Legal Mentor

We’re seeking a Legal Mentor who can live and volunteer in Timor-Leste for 12 months.

• This assignment seeks to support JSMP in expanding the scope and quality of its legal research
• To be considered for this role, you’ll need A degree in Law or Legal Studies, and demonstrated experience or formal training in legal research and analysis
• You will be working alongside the Legal Team at JSMP

About the Partner Organisation 

The Judicial System Monitoring Program (JSMP) is a non-governmental organization based in Timor-Leste. JSMP monitors judicial proceedings, promotes legal reform, and advocates for democracy, justice, and human rights across Timor-Leste. It collaborates with courts, government institutions, civil society, and international partners to strengthen transparency and the rule of law.

JSMP relies on volunteer support to enhance legal literacy among citizens, contribute to professional capacity-building within justice institutions, and expand outreach and advocacy efforts for inclusive legal reform. http://jsmp.tl/

About the Australian Volunteers Program  

The Australian Volunteers Program is an Australian government-funded initiative. We support partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to achieve locally led change.  

Volunteers are supported throughout their volunteer journey. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to volunteer and aim to make the program as accessible and inclusive as possible. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact us to discuss how we can support you to volunteer with us - inclusion@australianvolunteers.com. Learn more about our commitment to inclusion.