Asylum Access is a global nonprofit headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area that champions the fundamental rights of refugees in Malaysia, Mexico, and Thailand. Through a blend of legal services, strategic litigation, and policy advocacy, the organization works to dismantle barriers that prevent refugees from accessing safety, employment, education, and protection. By empowering communities with legal knowledge and pursuing systemic change, Asylum Access ensures that refugees can rebuild their lives and contribute to national prosperity. Its unique combination of on-the-ground advocacy and high-impact litigation sets it apart as a leading force in refugee rights worldwide.
Open Positions
Persona Voluntaria Proyectos y Recaudación de Fondos
Assist with funding calls, proposal writing, and fundraising campaigns, while developing key skills in fund management and international cooperation
Finance - Accounting Manager in Kuala Lumpur
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field, strong knowledge of Malaysia accounting regulations, and at least 6 years of experience in financial-accounting work
Persona Diseñadora (Voluntariado o Servicio Social)
Design experience, attention to detail, and collaborative work skills
Servicio Social Asesoría Legal
Law student, 20 hours/week, 3 months, legal research, writing, communication skills, and sensitivity towards vulnerable populations
Legal Protection Officer
University degree in Law, knowledge of domestic laws and procedures in Malaysia, and strong legal research and writing skills required
Persona Voluntaria Atención Psicológica con Perspectiva de Género
Graduate degree in Psychology or related field, active listening and empathy, and experience in psychosocial accompaniment
Volunteer Legal Advocates
Interest in international human rights and/or refugee rights, ability to work with diverse individuals and groups, and a basic working knowledge of Gmail, Google Drive, MS Office and related tools
Legal Services Coordinator
Advanced knowledge of refugee law and protection standards, experience in legal program management and team leadership, graduate degree in human rights law, public policy, public administration or other relevant degree
Protection Officer
The Protection Officer must have a qualified lawyer degree or a bachelor's degree in law, human rights, social work, development or another relevant subject, and significant work experience in international legal framework governing refugees, domestic refugee context in Thailand, Thai domestic law, protection concerns in Thailand, formal and community protection mechanisms in Thailand, social services and supports in Thailand