Promote the Rule of LawThe American Bar Association is expanding its public service projects designed to advance the rule of law in the world by supporting the legal reform process in Central and Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Asia, Africa, Latin America, the Middle East and Iraq. The following volunteer opportunities are now available with the American Bar Association.
For volunteer positions ABA only considers attorneys with a minimum of five years relevant experience, high level of energy and initiative, strong interpersonal skills, and demonstrated legal expertise in the substantive area of the position. International experience and foreign language skills are preferred, but not required. All participants over 2 months receive a generous support package that covers travel, housing, general living, and business expenses. In-country foreign language training, medical evacuation insurance and reimbursement for medical insurance premiums are also included.
To apply, or for more information, please visit our website at
http://www.abanet.org/intlegalreform/.
LONG-TERM VOLUNTEER POSITIONS (around 12 months, in alphabetical order)
CRIMINAL LAW LEGAL SPECIALIST (descriptions listed below)
Georgia (August 2006)
-Georgia (Tbilisi, August 2006)
The ABA seeks a Criminal Law legal specialist to oversee the implementation of legal reform programs focusing on defense bar training (advocacy skills), anti-corruption (strengthening IG agencies), gender, and criminal procedure reform. The position involves extensive work and coordination with local and international partners. Public defender experience preferred. International, gender, and/or legislative drafting experience also a plus.
RULE OF LAW LEGAL SPECIALISTS (descriptions listed below)
Georgia (July 2006)
Georgia (July 2006)
-Georgia (July 2006, 6 months to 1 year)
Provide guidance and supervision to Georgia judicial reform team and local partners in connection with: Reorganization of Georgian Courts, Enforcement of Judgments, Judicial Training
Judicial Outreach—public awareness/public relations campaign Local Partners—High Council of Justice, the Supreme Court, Ministry of Justice; Judges of Georgia Assn. Prepare reports; organize workshops; participate in conferences, etc.
-Georgia (July 2006)
Georgia is in the process of a comprehensive reform of its education system, including legal education. CEELI has been requested to offer assistance with the following: curriculum development and teaching methodologies. The legal specialist would be expected to work with teams of administrators and professors from 2-3 law schools providing ongoing training on the process of curriculum development and then mentoring the process. The legal specialist would also work with 2-3 small groups of teachers to provide intensive training on basic skills (interactive and alternative teaching methodologies, defining course goals and objectives, developing a syllabus, preparing course materials, incorporating practical skills training, evaluation methods). Additional programs would include: technical assistance for drafting/revising existing higher education legislation, development of legal clinics and oversight of CEELI's ongoing Street Law Program. Must have teaching experience, including skills training and preferably clinical teaching as well. Experience leading a curriculum development project and/or providing training on teaching methodologies desired. Experience on international legal education reform projects would be helpful.
SHORT-TERM VOLUNTEER POSITIONS (less than 1 year, in alphabetical order)
Accreditation Legal SpecialistGeorgia (Jun../Jul. 2006 for 1 to 2 months)
Georgia is in the process of a comprehensive reform of its education system, including legal education. CEELI has been requested to offer assistance with developing a law school accreditation process.
Specialist would work with team of law school administrators, professors and attorneys to develop accreditation standards and process. Serve as consultant for initial round of accreditations as well as developing US study tour for the assessment team. Must have experience with law school accreditation.
Legal Education Legal Specialist (2 positions)
Georgia (Jun. 2006-Sep. 2006, 2-6 months, depending on project)
Georgia is in the process of a comprehensive reform of its education system, including legal education. CEELI has been requested to offer assistance with the following: curriculum development and teaching methodologies. Curriculum development specialist would be expected to work with teams of administrators and professors from 2-3 law schools providing training on the process of curriculum development and then mentoring the process. Teaching methodologies would work with 2-3 small groups of teachers that are teaching courses in the same area of law(e.g. criminal law) providing intensive training on basic skills (interactive and alternative teaching methodologies, defining course goals and objectives, developing a syllabus, preparing course materials, incorporating practical skills training, evaluation methods). Must have teaching experience, including skills training and preferably clinical teaching as well. Also, the applicant should have experience leading a curriculum development project and/or providing training on teaching methodologies. Experience on international legal education reform project would be helpful.
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Staff & Consultant OpportunitiesThe American Bar Association along with the Central European and Eurasian and Africa Law Initiative are expanding its public service projects designed to advance the rule of law in the world by supporting the legal reform process. The following career opportunities are now available with the American Bar Association.
For more information about legal reform projects please visit our website at
http://www.abanet.org/intlegalreform WASHINGTON, DC STAFF POSITIONSAmerican Bar Association Center for Rule of Law Initiatives
Director, American Bar Association Center for Rule of Law InitiativesThe American Bar Association seeks to fill a newly created Director position to lead, manage and oversee its international rule of law programs. Within the ABA, the Center for Rule of Law Initiatives is responsible for the Association’s work in advancing the rule of law throughout the world, including the work of the Central European and Eurasian Law Initiative (ABA/CEELI), the Asia Law Initiative, the Africa Law Initiative, and the Latin America and Caribbean Law Initiative (ABA/LALIC). The Center’s programs operate in over 30 countries and represent one of the fastest growing components of the ABA’s work.
Responsibilities: The Director will work closely with the Center staff in the U.S. and abroad, as well as ABA leadership, to establish programmatic goals and priorities and position the ABA as the leading provider of technical legal assistance, advocacy, and scholarship on the rule of law. The Director will oversee program development and implementation in more than 30 countries, supervise a domestic staff of over 70 and international staff of more than 300, and manage a grant portfolio in excess of $30 million a year. He or she will interact frequently with, among others, high level foreign and U.S. government officials based in the U.S. and abroad, existing and potential funders, and leading reformers in host countries, many of whom are in the non-governmental sector. The Director will also work to formally consolidate ABA rule of law initiatives that have heretofore been distinct but collaborative units.
Qualifications: Applicant should have at least ten years of experience in international development, preferably in the rule of law or democracy promotion. This should include significant experience as a high level manager in the government or private or non-profit international development sector. An advanced degree in law, international affairs, public policy, or business is required. The applicant must possess strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, and come with a proven track record of leadership in their respective field. Significant publications in the rule of law or related fields are preferred.
Salary: Salary is based on experience and is very competitive within the NGO international development community.
Organization: The American Bar Association is the largest voluntary professional membership association in the world. With more than 400,000 members, the ABA provides law school accreditation, continuing legal education, information about the law, programs to assist lawyers and judges in their work, and initiatives to improve the legal system for the public. One of the ABA’s 11 stated goals is to advance the rule of law worldwide.
Application and Closing Date: Applications will be accepted through July 28, 2006. To apply, please send a cover letter that describes how your qualifications match the needs of the organization as described above, a resume, and a list of three professional references to:
Attn: HR- P1244, by e-mail to abajobsdc@abanet.org or to the American Bar Association, 740 15th Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20005 or fax to 202-662-1032. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.
CEELI Initiative
Director, CEELI International HR SupportABA/ CEELI is seeking a Director of CEELI International HR Support that will be responsible for designing, planning, and implementing human resources programs, policies, and procedures for CEELI's offices and personnel, and for serving as CEELI's liaison to the ABA's Human Resources Department. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field, and 5 years of progressive international HR generalist experience or equivalent education and experience. Also requires: general knowledge of the principles and practices of HR management; knowledge of state, federal, USAID regulations and international employment laws; knowledge of issues/trends in international human resources; demonstrated understanding and sensitivity to cultural differences; excellent verbal and written communication skills; high level of judgment, decision-making and common sense to effectively resolve problems or issues consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulation or government law; ability to handle sensitive and confidential personnel matters effectively; and supervisory, administrative and interpersonal skills. To apply, please send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to jobs@abaceeli.org. Please note that only complete applications will be taken into consideration.
Finance and Recruitment Administrative AssistantABA/CEELI seeks an administrative assistant for its Department of Administration and Finance to provide day to day assistance to the recruitment and finance staff. Specific responsibilities for finance include: processing, coding and filing invoices, entering information into the ABA’s internet based procurement system, maintain accounts payable files, processing expense reports, serve as a vendor contact person, and process payment requests for overseas consultants and volunteer attorneys. Specific responsibilities for recruitment include processing all incoming applications, keeping applicants appraised of their status, maintain digital and paper files for all positions, conduct international and domestic bar, background and reference checks, coordinate interview process, draft and circulate applicant biographical information to Washington DC and overseas program staff, update tracking information and manage databases. The Administrative Assistant will also be highly involved in the management of recruitment interns and will be requested to perform administrative duties such as providing oversight of fax and mailroom activities, copying, scanning, and ordering supplies. This is a good entry-level position for someone interested in international legal development work.
Requirements include: an undergraduate degree or equivalent, 3+ years of office experience, extensive computer skills, ability to courteously and professionally respond to telephone and email enquires, ability to prioritize tasks, highly developed organizational skills, cultural sensitivity and general international knowledge.
To apply please submit a cover letter, resume and 3 references to Paulina Rudnicka at prudnicka@abaceeli.org. Please put “Recruitment & Finance Assistant” in the subject line. Please note that only complete applications will be taken into consideration.
Program Manager, Middle EastThe ABA is currently seeking a Program Manager to work with the ABA In-Country Director(s) in all aspects of developing and implementing the ABA's Middle East programs. The Program Manager co-manages project consultants and specialists with the Program Directors in the field and DC in overseeing the implementation of regional and bilateral programs in the Middle East. Duties include report writing, assisting in developing work-plans, overseeing implementation of activities in the work-plans, and helping plan and implement program events such as workshops and training programs. Some travel to the region required. Requirements: JD or equivalent law degree and at least 3 years of international development experience preferred. Other post-graduate degrees considered if held in conjunction with significant previous experience working on Middle East and North Africa programs. Knowledge of region and applicable language skills strongly preferred. To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and 3 references to jobs@abaceeli.org. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until position is filled. Please note that only complete applications will be taken into consideration.
Program Associate, Caucasus / Russia - NEWCEELI is seeking a Program Associate to assist with the development and implementation of legal reform activities and grant management for Caucasus and Russia programs. Requirements include: B.A.; strong communication skills; organizational skills; writing skills; and the ability to multitask. Preferences include 1-2 years of experience, financial management and budget experience, familiarity with the region. To apply, please send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to jobs@abaceeli.org.
Program Officer, Caucasus / Russia - NEWCEELI seeks a Program Officer to work with the DC-based Director as well as with In-Country Directors across the region in implementing and managing CEELI's Rule of Law programs in Caucasus and Russia. The Program Officer works closely with overseas short and long-term volunteers, local staff members, partners and other DC-based staff. Duties include report writing, assisting in the development of funding proposals, assisting in implementing activities in the work-plans and helping plan program events such as workshops and training programs. POs may travel to the field 2-3 times per year. Requirements include a MA or BA plus 2 years relevant work experience in addition to strong communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of the region, experience with USAID program management and budget creation and oversight are preferred. Russian or a regional language preferred but not required. To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and 3 references to jobs@abaceeli.org.
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