Legal Advisor, Latin America and the Caribbean
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Equality Now
Remote (local)- Location: Mexico,
- Career category: Legal
- Job type: Job
- Experience level: 5-10 years
- Organisation type: Civil Society
- Remote option: Remote (local)
- Right to work requirements: Right to work required in advance
- Remuneration: $25,259 USD-$40,926 USD / yearly
- Work schedule: Full-time
- Length of contract: Temporary/ Fixed-term
- Deadline: 09/01/2026
- Location: Mexico,
ABOUT EQUALITY NOW:
At Equality Now, we aspire to create a world in which women and men have equal rights under the law and full enjoyment of their human rights. Our mission is gender equality. And how we get there matters. Here are the values behind everything we do.
MISSION OBJECTIVE:
The Legal Advisor, Latin America and the Caribbean, supports Equality Now’s regional work by applying legal expertise and advocacy skills to advance gender equality in law and strengthen access to justice for survivors of and gender-based violence and discrimination. The Advisor contributes to the design and delivery of campaigns across the region, conducting legal research and analysis, drafting advocacy tools, and supporting litigation strategies before national, regional, and international mechanisms. By engaging directly with civil society partners, coalitions, and government stakeholders, the Advisor helps identify advocacy opportunities, builds collaborative strategies, and ensures regional perspectives inform Equality Now’s global priorities. The role strengthens movement-building in the LAC region by amplifying survivors’ voices, supporting capacity development of partners, and advancing coherent, evidence-based advocacy for legal and policy reform.
The Legal Advisor, Latin America and the Caribbean, supports Equality Now’s regional work by applying legal expertise and advocacy skills to advance gender equality in law and strengthen access to justice for survivors of and gender-based violence and discrimination. The Advisor contributes to the design and delivery of campaigns across the region, conducting legal research and analysis, drafting advocacy tools, and supporting litigation strategies before national, regional, and international mechanisms. By engaging directly with civil society partners, coalitions, and government stakeholders, the Advisor helps identify advocacy opportunities, builds collaborative strategies, and ensures regional perspectives inform Equality Now’s global priorities. The role strengthens movement-building in the LAC region by amplifying survivors’ voices, supporting capacity development of partners, and advancing coherent, evidence-based advocacy for legal and policy reform.
PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW:
The Legal Advisor contributes to the design and delivery of all LAC campaigns aimed at advancing access to justice in cases of sexual and digital violence, prohibiting harmful practices, and eliminating discriminatory family laws and procedures.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following is a general outline of duties and responsibilities for this role. It is not an exhaustive list, and additional duties may be assigned or removed at the discretion of the Regional Representative, LAC to meet organizational needs and priorities:
Purpose: Apply Foundational Knowledge
- Leads the development of legal and advocacy strategies on violence against women, in alignment with international and regional human rights standards.
- Identifies opportunities to drive systemic change through regional and international legal frameworks, including the Inter-American System and UN mechanisms.
- Maps clear legal and advocacy strategies for campaigns, including the coordination of legal research, regional consultations, and the production of advocacy materials and thought leadership products.
Engagement: Knowledge Building & Collaboration
- Supports the LAC team in strategy development, planning, budgeting, and monitoring campaign efforts across LAC.
- Advises internal teams on context and campaign developments in LAC through internal meetings and program dialogues.
Delivery: Operational Awareness & Action
- Supports the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of LAC campaigns.
- Tracks deliverables and work plans for partners and consultants in the region.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS & TARGET SKILLS PROFILE:
- Bachelor’s degree in law required; advanced degree (Master’s or equivalent certification) required strongly preferred.
- 6+ years of progressively responsible experience in gender justice, GBV, human rights, or legal advocacy; demonstrated experience engaging with Mexico’s legal, policy, or advocacy landscape preferred.
- Professional experience in national or international law, international human rights, gender studies, or a closely related discipline, or equivalent academic background.
- Demonstrated experience supervising staff or consultants, with a track record of mentoring, coaching, and delegating effectively to support team development and accountability.
- Native-level fluency in Spanish; professional fluency in English required; Portuguese desirable.
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