Legislative Mentor

We’re looking for a Legislative Mentor who can live and volunteer for 12 months in the Federated States of Micronesia. 

• This assignment seeks to ensure the Legislative Framework is reviewed and strengthened and that the new laws are clear, enforceable, and aligned with contemporary governance and development needs.
• To be considered for this role, you’ll need Tertiary Qualifications in Law or Legislative/Policy drafting reform as well as demonstrated experience in legislative review, statutory drafting, or law reform within a government or public-sector context.
• As a volunteer, you will support the team with the modernization of the legal framework of Yap State to ensure it is resilient and responsive to both present and future needs.

About the Partner Organisation 

The Office of the Attorney General is the principal legal office of the Yap State Government, Federated States of Micronesia working primarily from Colonia in Yap State. It provides legal advice and representation to the Governor, the Legislature, executive departments, and statutory agencies of Yap State.

The office works closely with the Yap State Legislature, executive agencies, traditional leaders, and community stakeholders to ensure reforms are legally sound, culturally appropriate, and respectful of Yapese customs and traditions.

A legislative specialist volunteer will be able to provide technical expertise in statutory review, legislative drafting, and legal organization that is currently limited within Yap State. The volunteer would assist with reviewing existing laws, establishing a structured filing and tracking system, supporting code commission contractors, as well as helping to draft proposed amendments for transmission to the Legislature.

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.