Supervisor Legal
Quick answer
ACNUR is hiring an in-office Legal Supervisor in Quito, Ecuador, to support refugee status determination processes and provide legal technical guidance to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Role
- Supervisor Legal
- Organization
- ACNUR (UNHCR)
- Location
- Quito, Ecuador
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Legal
- Apply by
- 2026-07-09
The role
ACNUR (UNHCR) is seeking a Legal Supervisor to support the International Protection Directorate of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Human Mobility in Ecuador. The role focuses on strengthening refugee status determination processes, preparing legal responses for asylum appeals, and providing technical legal guidance. The successful candidate will work directly from the Ministry offices in Quito to ensure efficient and compliant asylum procedures.
What you'll do
- Draft responses to legal appeals regarding asylum and statelessness.
- Provide legal criteria and guidance on protocols and directives.
- Review and support the drafting of commission resolutions.
- Conduct training sessions for government eligibility and admissibility officials.
- Manage and maintain data within the relevant computer systems.
What it takes
- University degree in Law (Título universitario o egresado en Derecho).
- Minimum of one year of experience in human rights or human mobility.
- Proficiency in legal analysis and technical drafting.
- Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
- Valid residency status in Ecuador for foreign applicants.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
No, this is an in-office position based at the International Protection Directorate offices in Quito, Ecuador.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting; however, salary payments are made in net terms.
When is the deadline to apply?
Applications must be submitted by July 9, 2026.
What are the core qualifications required?
Candidates must have a degree in Law and at least one year of professional experience in human rights or human mobility, along with strong legal writing skills.
How to apply
Apply directly on ACNUR (UNHCR)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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