Tenders are invited for Lawyer Legal Consultations and General Advisory for the Year 2025 Closing Date: Monday, 30. Dec 2024 Intervention Sector(s): Health, Mental Health Remuneration range: > 6000 (USD) Duration of Contract: 1 Year Purpose of the service: The purpose of this service is to outline the roles and responsibilities of both parties in the provision of legal consultations and general advisory services to Médecins du Monde Lebanon Mission. This agreement ensures that the mission complies with applicable laws and regulations while mitigating legal risks and addressing legal needs efficiently. Objective: General Advisory and Consultations The service provider will: Provide verbal or written legal consultations and general advisory services as required. Offer guidance on day-to-day operations, including interactions with third parties. Drafting and Reviewing Legal Documents Draft and review various agreements and legal documents related to organizational activities, including, Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs), Rent Agreements, Purchase Agreements, Consultancy Agreements, Supplier Agreements, Service Agreements, Employment Agreements, Lease Agreements. Employment Law and HR Support Provide guidance on employment-related matters, including_ Employment contracts (daily workers, interns, volunteers, service contracts, etc.). Working hours, salary payments, holidays, trial periods, leaves, allowances, and benefits. Drafting, reviewing, and legalizing internal regulations, including registration with the Ministry of Labor. Updating internal regulations as needed. Submitting and finalizing files for employment termination (economic reasons), warnings, and notification letters. *All services will be provided in Arabic and English. NGO Registration and Compliance Assist with follow-up and updates to the NGOs registration with Lebanese authorities, including: Replacing the representative of Médecins du Monde. Submitting the annual budget. Managing amendments and updating the ministerial decree. International Staff Entry Visa Process, Work Permits, and Residency. New and Renewals Entry Visa Applications Prepare, submit, and follow up on entry visa applications for international staff. Ensure all required documentation is complete and complies with Lebanese regulations. Work Permits Facilitate the application process for work permits, including submission and follow-up with relevant authorities. Address any queries or additional requirements during the processing period. Manage the cancellation of work permits when necessary Residency Permits Manage the application and renewal processes for residency permits for international staff. Manage the cancellation of residency permits when necessary Monitor expiration dates to ensure timely renewal, avoiding any lapses. Research and Analysis Conduct research and analysis on legal matters related to operations, including: Providing legal opinions. Drafting briefs, reports, and correspondence. Representation and Administrative Support Represent Médecins du Monde before Lebanese government authorities. Assist with government relations and administrative follow-ups as needed. Administrative Procedures Introduce and follow up on administrative procedures with various public administrations, such as_ Municipalities, Ministry of Labor, Ministry of Social Affairs, Customs and General Security Support for Miscellaneous Legal Issues Address any additional legal issues by answering queries or providing advice via emails, messages, or phone calls. Respond to inquiries within a 24-hour window when feasible, barring exceptional cases requiring extended time. Legislative Updates Inform Médecins du Monde of new decrees and regulations relevant to the NGOs activities. Notify the NGO of significant legislative changes affecting operations or employees. Court Representation Represent Médecins du Monde in all Lebanese courts or tribunals. Communication and Reporting Ensure clear and consistent communication via email for legal advice and interpretations. Financial offer: Business Name, Address, Email and phone number Date of the offer Validity of the offer Payment modality, payment terms and conditions. Detailed price list per service or a global package including all above services The offer could also include extra services not mentioned above with the details fees All contractual conditions should be also clearly explained in the offer. All relevant information or deemed of value to MdM. Technical offer: Company Profile Registration of the company. Work experience with NGOs. All relevant information or deemed of value to MdM. A draft contract between the legal service provider and MdM Technical offer: Company Profile Registration of the company. Work experience with NGOs. All relevant information or deemed of value to MdM. A draft contract between the legal service provider and MdM How to apply All above documents are mandatory in order to be considered for the assignment. Any other document, which might support the offer, is encouraged to be submitted as well. Deadline to apply: 30/12/2024, 05:00 PM Expected starting date: 01/01/2024 (duration: one year contract renewable for additional two years, depends on funds and performance efficiency). The offer must be sent by email to: logmanag.lebanon@medecinsdumonde.net, and mention in the subject of the email MR 003 BEY LB 25 - Legal Service, before December 30th at 05:00 PM. [Disclaimer: The above text is machine translated. For accurate information kindly refer the original document.] Tender Link : https://daleel-madani.org/civil-society-directory/medecins-du-monde-france/calls/lawyer-legal-consultations-and-general-advisory-year-2025
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