Local Law Specialist (Moldova)

United Nations Office for Project Services - UNOPS | Consultant |
Closing: 02 Mar 2026 5 days remaining
Location: REMOTE

Overview

Provide legal advice on Moldovan law concerning project implementation, public works contracts, and engagement with local authorities to ensure legal compliance and operational continuity.

Tasks Summary
  • Provide legal advice under Moldovan law during project implementation and on local law issues raised by local authorities.
  • Assist the project office in engaging with local authorities, homeowners, homeowner associations, and public building leadership.
  • Provide legal advice on obstacles and risks under Moldovan law affecting contract implementation and suggest remedial measures.
  • Assist in drafting and reviewing contracts for construction works and annexes.
  • Deliver detailed reports on legal research and analysis.
  • Provide a legal opinion on options for project continuation.
  • Review legal agreements and provide templates for agreements with homeowners and homeowner associations.
Experience Requirements
  • Practising law in Moldova.
  • Solid experience in providing legal and regulatory advisory services related to public works and public works contracts in Moldova.
  • Experience of working in multicultural environments or UN system organizations in a developing country is desired.
  • Experience in development or humanitarian contexts is desired.
Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Law or related fields with 7 years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any of the above or related fields with 5 years of relevant experience.

Other Details

Languages Required: • English Fluent Required • Romanian Fluent Required

Languages Preferred:

Contract Duration: 1 year contract

Work Modality: Home based, REMOTE

Remuneration:

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