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Vacancy Announcement: Digital Legal Research Assistant (2 Positions)

Posted by MikoziBuzz July 10, 2025

đź“Ť Location: Remote (with occasional sessions in Blantyre)

📅 Contract Duration: 1st August 2025 – 28th February 2026

đź“© Apply by: 25th July 2025, 17:00 CAT

📧 Email: [email protected]

đź“ž Phone: +265 991 388 986

Are you a recent law graduate with strong digital skills and a passion for legal research?

PLOG is looking for two Digital Legal Research Assistants to join our dynamic, research-driven team on a fixed-term engagement. This is a unique opportunity to work on a project aimed at digitizing and enhancing access to Malawian legal resources.

About PLOG

PLOG is a Blantyre-based research entity dedicated to building accessible digital tools for Malawian law. Our goal is to structure and share primary legal materials with the public in a user-friendly digital format.

Key Responsibilities

As a Digital Legal Research Assistant, your role will include:

  • Uploading and tagging legal documents (Acts, judgments, tribunal decisions).
  • Archiving outdated or superseded materials.
  • Assisting in refining digital data structures with developers.
  • Carrying out regular content management and digital housekeeping tasks.

This is a full-time, remote-first position, with necessary tools provided.

Contract Details

  • Duration: 6 months (with possible extension based on funding and performance).
  • Monthly stipend available to support living and internet expenses (please note: this is a project-based stipend, not a salary).
  • Engagement is through a services agreement (no employee benefits).

Eligibility Criteria

We encourage applications from individuals who:

  • Hold a Diploma in Law from a recognized Malawian institution.
  • Possess a certified MSCE certificate.
  • Are not currently in full-time employment.
  • Are proficient in digital file management and computer software.
  • Can work independently and meet weekly targets with minimal supervision.

Recent graduates are especially encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Send your application via email to [email protected] with the subject line:

“Digital Legal Research Assistant”

Your application must include:

  1. A short cover email (max 200 words) explaining why you’re a good fit.
  2. Your CV (max 2 pages).
  3. Certified copies of:
    • MSCE certificate
    • Diploma in Law
    • National photo ID

đź•” Deadline: 25th July 2025, 17:00 CAT

⚠️ Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

PLOG is an equal opportunity organization and welcomes applications from all eligible candidates.