About the Role

We are supporting one of our key clients which is a global, mission-driven organization dedicated to protecting people from violence, exploitation, and injustice, working alongside communities, government institutions, and civil society partners.

As their work in Indonesia continues to grow and give impacts, they are seeking an active Advocate Licensed professional as the Legal Services Lead to guide their holistic legal caseworks and strengthen justice systems for long-term change.

Responsibilities

Leadership & Legal Stewardship

Provide ethical, strategic leadership for all legal intervention activities, ensuring alignment with organizational standards and best practices.
Oversee the legal docket and guide the legal team to deliver high-quality, survivor-centered case outcomes.
Monitor progress against legal strategies and work plans, identifying challenges and proposing solutions.
Prepare thoughtful and timely reports that reflect learning, impact, and areas for improvement.
Support implementation of legal components within broader program strategies and donor-funded initiatives.

Casework & Legal Advocacy

Apply strong knowledge of Indonesian criminal law, labor law, and laws related to forced labor and human trafficking.
Support and collaborate with public prosecutors in criminal cases involving trafficking and exploitation.
Build trusted relationships with prosecutors, judges, law enforcement, lawyers, paralegals, and NGO partners.
Lead the preparation of legal briefs, memoranda, and court submissions.
Develop litigation strategies that prioritize survivor safety, dignity, and access to justice.
Represent survivors in criminal and civil proceedings, including trials and appeals.
Pursue accountability for perpetrators while advocating for survivor remedies such as compensation and unpaid wages.
Provide legal guidance to internal teams and partners supporting law enforcement engagement and survivor care.

Partnership & Capacity Building

Develop and coordinate networks of lawyers and paralegals to ensure survivors receive legal support throughout the justice process.
Work closely with partner organizations to strengthen referrals, legal strategies, and collaboration.
Design and facilitate legal trainings for government institutions and civil society partners on trafficking, forced labor, and related legal procedures.

Resource & Compliance Management

Contribute to planning and management of budgets related to legal casework and capacity-building activities.
Ensure responsible stewardship of resources in line with organizational values and policies.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Law required; Master of Law preferred.
Licensed member of the Indonesian Advocates Association (PERADI).
At least 5-7 years of legal experience, ideally in criminal litigation, human rights, NGO legal work, or private practice.
Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills.
Fluency in both English and Bahasa Indonesia, written and spoken.
Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with diverse stakeholders.

What We're Looking For

A values-driven legal professional committed to justice, accountability, and survivor-centered approaches.
A calm and resilient leader who can navigate emotionally demanding and high-pressure situations.
Strong people leadership and mentoring skills, with cultural sensitivity and emotional intelligence.
Collaborative, humble, and relationship-oriented, with the ability to work effectively across institutions.
Someone who believes that sustainable justice requires both legal excellence and deep compassion.