Doctors Without Borders - USA is hiring a Legal Advisors

About the Role

We are seeking qualified legal professionals to serve as advisors within a large international humanitarian organization. The role involves delivering practical legal guidance across a range of areas including corporate compliance, regulatory requirements, and operational risk.

Responsibilities

  • Provide legal analysis and support on contracts, governance, and regulatory matters
  • Advise on compliance with U.S. and international laws affecting humanitarian operations
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess legal risks in program implementation
  • Assist in the development and delivery of legal training for non-legal staff
  • Review and negotiate agreements with vendors, partners, and institutions

Qualifications

Candidates must hold a Juris Doctor degree and be admitted to a U.S. state bar. Significant experience in corporate law, nonprofit regulation, or public international law is required. Demonstrated ability to work in high-pressure, fast-evolving environments is essential. Fluency in English is mandatory; additional language skills are an asset.

Required Skills
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Doctors Without Borders - USA
Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an independent international organization that provides medical care to the people who need it most. The organization cares for people affected by conflict, disease outbreaks, disasters, and social exclusion in more than 70 countries. MSF offers medical humanitarian assistance solely based on need, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, or politics. Our international project teams include medical, logistical, and administrative staff, most of them hired locally and working with their own communities. Our actions are guided by medical ethics and the principles of independence, impartiality, and neutrality. We also bear witness and speak out about the experiences of our colleagues and patients. MSF USA is one of 24 sections supporting the global movement, primarily through staff recruitment, fundraising, advocacy, and communications. We welcome candidates who bring a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences to join us in working toward MSF’s social mission.
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Department Legal
Category other
Posted 3 hours ago