Vacancy Announcement

Galawezh Saeed Legal Fellowship

Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq · Full-time · 12 Months · Fully Paid

Join SEED’s Legal Team — Empower Survivors, Defend Rights, and Make a Difference!

Are you a law graduate who is passionate to advance your career in human rights? Apply for a fully paid, one-year legal fellowship today!

Put your passion for human rights and legal knowledge into practice, gain new lawyering skills, and directly support clients with SEED’s experienced lawyers. Applicants will compete with other graduates across Kurdistan for one position.

At a Glance

Type of Position Fellowship, Full-time (37.5 hours/week)
Length of Fellowship One Year
Monthly Salary $800
Application Deadline August 20, 2026
Location Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq (KRI)
Benefits Professional training and development, annual leave, and health insurance.

About SEED

SEED is a women-led, local NGO in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, dedicated to creating a thriving society by advancing social protection and human development. We support individuals, empower communities, and strengthen systems to drive lasting change and equal opportunity. With a focus on collaboration, we promote gender equality, protect children, combat human trafficking, and improve mental health and well-being. SEED’s holistic, locally-driven approach integrates transformational services, community development, training and education, and advocacy to create sustainable impact. SEED is committed to creating a just, equitable society where everyone’s rights are protected, with healthy families and strong communities, and a future where everyone can thrive.

Minimum Requirements

  • Completed application demonstrating commitment to human rights, analytical, writing, and communication skills, as well as knowledge of the law.
  • Law graduate from a school in Kurdistan (Class of 2023, 2024, or 2025).
  • Member of the Kurdistan Bar Association.
  • Proficiency in Kurdish and English, and working knowledge of Arabic.

Benefits and Location

  • One year, full-time (37.5 hours a week) position.
  • Monthly salary of $800.
  • Professional training and development.
  • Annual leave.
  • Health insurance.
  • Location: Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq (KRI).

To Apply

  • Interested candidates are invited to submit their application no later than August 20, 2026.
  • Only complete applications will be reviewed. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Safeguarding Statement

SEED staff are expected to perform job duties and responsibilities professionally, respecting SEED’s Code of Conduct and Policies. SEED is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants, or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members as part of our commitment to a safe and harmonious work environment.

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