Paralegal Officer

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT@

YOUTH WATCH SOCIETY (YOWSO)

POSITION: PARALEGAL OFFICERS 

Location: Chitipa District

Youth Watch Society (YOWSO), in partnership with the Paralegal Advisory Service Institute (PASI), is inviting applications from qualified and passionate individuals to fill the position of Paralegal Officer under the EU–UNICEF–PASI Programme.

About the Role

The successful candidates will support access to justice by providing paralegal services, promoting village mediation, and delivering legal awareness initiatives within communities.

Key Responsibilities

Provide legal aid, information, and advisory services to vulnerable groups.

Conduct legal clinics in prisons, police stations, and courts.

Facilitate support screening and diversion opportunities.

Deliver community legal awareness and civic education sessions.

Supervise and mentor Village Mediators.

Work closely with justice sector institutions, traditional leaders, and local authorities.

Key Competencies

Basic knowledge of criminal and civil law.

Experience in community justice and mediation.

Understanding of Malawi's justice system and human rights.

Commitment to rights-based and inclusive justice.

Good digital literacy, including Microsoft Office and data management.

Strong communication and facilitation skills.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

Application letter

Updated CV

Copies of academic certificates

Three (3) traceable referees

Applications should be addressed to:

The Executive Director

Youth Watch Society (YOWSO)

P.O. Box 324, Mzuzu, Malawi

📧 Email:

youthwatchsociety@gmail.com

📅 Application Deadline: Friday, 17th July 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.