Legal Communications Assistant

About this opportunity

The Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre is advertising this role on behalf of Multicultural Association of Russian-speaking Women 'Ogonyok'.

We are looking for a Legal Communications Assistant to assist members with knowledge and understanding of various legal issues.

Tasks and Responsibilites:

• Assist clients in various legal matters and explain their rights in a day-to-day language
• Provide constructive commentary on the work of others

Skills and Experience:

• Good communication and writing skills
• knowledge and understanding of legal terminology
• knowledge of legalities regarding guardianship, care for the elderly, care for people with disabilities, housing issues, homelessness, women’s rights, family law, and copyright law
• ability to explain legal issues to our members, ensuring their understanding

Benefits:

• Operate in a team environment
• Enhance your current skills capability and learn new one
• Satisfaction of community participation

Location: Ashburton/Remote-friendly (some tasks can be delivered remotely and by student mentors)

Additional requirements

- Application Form
- Interview
Time required:
- Commitment is negotiable/flexible. At least 5 to 8 hours a week.
Commitment:
- Regular-more than 6 months preferably

Time Required

The role can be completed from home or any location. You will need to be a resident of Melbourne to express interest in this volunteer opportunity.

Suitable for

• Online & Remote Volunteers
• Skilled Volunteers
• Work Experience

Type of work

• Counselling & Help Line
• Research, Policy & Analysis
• Writing & Editing

Training

Will train by manager.