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- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines at once
- Excellent computer and online research skills, including familiarity with word processing and spreadsheet applications
- Dedicated interest and passion for immigration advocacy and protecting the rights of migrants
- Data management experience is an asset
- Experience working with vulnerable populations and survivors of trauma
- Ability to work collaboratively with staff, clients, and community organizations
- Motivated to work independently/remotely
- Initiative and enthusiasm
- Dari/ Pashto reputed company (reading and writing) is a plus, but not mandatory.
- Previous immigration legal experience is an asset.
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