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Refugee Law Project

Non- governmental Organization
Kampala, Uganda

Refugee Law Project (RLP) is a non-governmental organization dedicated to providing legal support and advocacy for refugees and internally displaced persons in Uganda. With a mission to protect and promote the rights of refugees, RLP has built a strong reputation for its commitment to justice, human rights, and dignity, receiving recognition both locally and internationally for its impactful work. The organization fosters a supportive and inclusive work culture that emphasizes collaboration, respect for diversity, and the professional growth of its employees.

It offers opportunities for career advancement in a flexible work environment, allowing employees to thrive while contributing to the organization's mission. Established in 1999, RLP has evolved from a small legal aid provider into a leading force in refugee rights, offering services that range from legal representation to policy advocacy. The organization’s innovative approach combines legal support with awareness-raising campaigns and capacity-building initiatives for refugees and host communities.

RLP operates across Uganda, with a reach extending to various refugee settlements and urban areas, serving thousands of individuals each year. At the core of its values are human dignity, justice, and equality, guiding its actions and decisions. RLP is also committed to corporate social responsibility, particularly in enhancing the livelihoods and protection of marginalized populations. More information can be found on their website at www.refugeelawproject.org.

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The Research Officer is a dynamic and innovative professional responsible for working independently and as part of a team to generate research insights, initiate research topics, and support the overall research agenda of RLP.

Refugee Law Project (RLP)

The Research Officer is a dynamic and innovative professional responsible for working independently and as part of a team to generate research insights, initiate research topics, and support the overall research agenda of RLP.

Category:

Research jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Closing:

Friday, 12 December 2025

Views:

183

A Digital Youth Innovation Assistant plays a key role in driving digital transformation and innovation, particularly in supporting youth development, imagination, and creativity. He/She will support the design, implementation, and management of digital initiatives aimed at empowering urban refugee and host-community youths.

Refugee Law Project (RLP)

A Digital Youth Innovation Assistant plays a key role in driving digital transformation and innovation, particularly in supporting youth development, imagination, and creativity. He/She will support the design, implementation, and management of digital initiatives aimed at empowering urban refugee and host-community youths.

Category:

Information Technology Jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Closing:

Friday, 12 December 2025

Views:

113

The Programme Manager, Gender and Sexuality (G&S) will provide strategic leadership and oversight to Refugee Law Project’s (RLP) initiatives addressing the complex intersections of gender and sexuality in conflict and post-conflict settings, leveraging current and emerging thinking, policy, and practice to inform the program’s strategic direction.

Refugee Law Project (RLP)

The Programme Manager, Gender and Sexuality (G&S) will provide strategic leadership and oversight to Refugee Law Project’s (RLP) initiatives addressing the complex intersections of gender and sexuality in conflict and post-conflict settings, leveraging current and emerging thinking, policy, and practice to inform the program’s strategic direction.

Category:

Public Health Jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Closing:

Friday, 12 December 2025

Views:

115

The Transitional Justice Officer and Field Office Coordinator will play a pivotal role in advancing the Refugee Law Project’s (RLP) transitional justice agenda in northern Uganda and West Nile, specifically in Gulu district, which has been the epicenter of transitional justice engagements in post-conflict northern Uganda.

Refugee Law Project (RLP)

The Transitional Justice Officer and Field Office Coordinator will play a pivotal role in advancing the Refugee Law Project’s (RLP) transitional justice agenda in northern Uganda and West Nile, specifically in Gulu district, which has been the epicenter of transitional justice engagements in post-conflict northern Uganda.

Category:

Legal Jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Closing:

Friday, 12 December 2025

Views:

100

To assist in facilitating the learning of English language to non-English speaking refugees and other victims of forced migration, and organisation of community-related events that engages refugee and hosts adult learners.

Refugee Law Project (RLP)

To assist in facilitating the learning of English language to non-English speaking refugees and other victims of forced migration, and organisation of community-related events that engages refugee and hosts adult learners.

Category:

Teaching Jobs

Vacancies:

3

Location:

Closing:

Friday, 12 December 2025

Views:

247

The Research Assistant is a vital member of the research team, providing administrative and logistical support to the Research Officer and contributing to the successful implementation of research projects focused on RLP’s thematic areas of intervention

Refugee Law Project (RLP)

The Research Assistant is a vital member of the research team, providing administrative and logistical support to the Research Officer and contributing to the successful implementation of research projects focused on RLP’s thematic areas of intervention

Category:

Research jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Closing:

Friday, 12 December 2025

Views:

419

A personal assistant will work closely with the Director to provide administrative and organisational support through ensuring that the Director makes the best use of his time by dealing with secretarial, administrative and private tasks with a high level of reliability and utmost confidentiality

Refugee Law Project (RLP)

A personal assistant will work closely with the Director to provide administrative and organisational support through ensuring that the Director makes the best use of his time by dealing with secretarial, administrative and private tasks with a high level of reliability and utmost confidentiality

Category:

Administrative jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Closing:

Friday, 12 December 2025

Views:

215

Supervise and train RLP staff in research methods and protocols involved in organising and effectively participating in research.

Refugee Law Project

Supervise and train RLP staff in research methods and protocols involved in organising and effectively participating in research.

Category:

Legal Jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Kampala, Uganda

Closing:

Wednesday, 15 May 2024

Views:

38

 Collaborating with senior management to develop and refine the organization's strategic direction and long-term goals

Refugee Law Project

Collaborating with senior management to develop and refine the organization's strategic direction and long-term goals

Category:

Information Technology Jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Kampala, Uganda

Closing:

Wednesday, 15 May 2024

Views:

15

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