BPSOS is a community based organization with 10 offices in the U.S. and 3 overseas operational locations in Malaysia, Taiwan and Thailand. Our international initiatives include: refugee protection work, civil society development and anti-human trafficking projects.

We are looking for a legal/advocacy fellow to serve at least 1-year term in Bangkok, Thailand. If you are ready for a unique opportunity to serve as an ardent advocate for refugee rights while honing your legal skills in international law, then this position is for you!

The fellowship offers a living stipend plus 23 vacation days.

Primary Responsibilities:

- Counsel Vietnamese asylum seekers on UNHCR Refugee Status Determination process, standards and guidelines.

- Prepare and draft written applications, appeals and motions to re-open to UNHCR.

- Provide general legal counseling and assistance to Vietnamese asylum seekers, including educating them of Thailand legal framework. Refer them to social services, whenever possible.

- Advocate with UNHCR for the rights of Vietnamese asylum seekers to due process.

- Create public awareness within region and outside region of the plight of Vietnamese asylum seekers.

- Develop and foster professional relationships with other NGOs and human rights organizations in Thailand. Assist in fundraising efforts.

- Compile Vietnam country conditions information and assist in preparation of relevant reports.

- Visit asylum-seekers and refugees detained in Immigration Detention Center.

- Maintain partnership and build alliance with other legal aid and refugee protection organizations operating in Thailand.

- Reports to the International Initiatives Manager.

Qualifications:

- JD preferred. Other graduate degrees in Sociology or social work related fields will be considered.

- Fluency in English, both written and oral.

- Fluency in Vietnamese, oral required and some written desired.

- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to relate to people from a wide range of backgrounds.

- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

- Sensitivity to issues of asylum seekers, refugees and displaced people.

- Demonstrated ability to work in a team as well as individually.

To apply, please send your resume, a cover letter and three references to An Phong Vo at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. We will interview candidates on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

    BPSOS is an equal opportunity employer!

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