Local Law Specialist (Project Management Support - Specialist)
Quick answer
UNOPS is hiring a mid-level Local Law Specialist (Project Management Support - Specialist) for a retainer assignment in Albania, focusing on legal analysis and advisory support for land governance reform and EU accession, with a compensation not specified.
- Role
- Local Law Specialist (Project Management Support - Specialist)
- Organization
- UNOPS
- Location
- Home based, Tirana
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Legal
The role
The Local Law Specialist (Project Management Support - Specialist) role involves providing legal analysis and advisory support to ensure project activities align with national laws and EU regulations, contributing to Albania's land governance reform and EU accession efforts.
What you'll do
- Provide legal analysis and advisory support to the project team.
- Ensure project activities align with national laws and EU regulations.
- Contribute to the design and development of proposed solutions.
- Support the project manager in conducting preliminary risk assessments.
- Prepare due diligence checklists and document legal advice and compliance activities.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in law or a closely related area with 7 years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree in any of the above or related fields with 5 years of relevant experience.
- At least 5 years of experience in legal analysis and advising on national laws, with specific emphasis on property rights and land administration.
- Familiarity with Albania's legal system and national regulations.
- Technical understanding and ability to bridge the gap between technical cadastral operations and legal requirements.
- Fluency in English and Albanian.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is home-based, with a duty station in Tirana, Albania.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Master’s degree in law or a related field with 5 years of relevant experience, at least 5 years of experience in legal analysis, and fluency in English and Albanian.
How do I apply?
Applications must be received before midnight CET on 21-Sep-2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNOPS's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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