Executive Director, Institute for International Law & Justice (NYU Law School)
The Institute for International Law and Justice (IILJ) was created to consolidate the research and outreach activities of New York University School of Law’s acclaimed international law program. In addition to its academic work, the Institute brings NYU School of Law’s reputation for scholarly excellence to its extensive contacts with the United Nations, non-governmental organizations, major law firms, and industry through policy-focused research.
The Institute is proposing to hire an Executive Director in succession to Dr Simon Chesterman, who will be moving to Singapore at the end of 2006 to direct the New York University School of Law Singapore Program, while remaining involved in some of the IILJ’s projects.
The Executive Director works closely with the Director (Professor Benedict Kingsbury) and other faculty to manage the various activities of the IILJ and to develop, manage, and fund specific research projects. This full-time position is administrative, not a faculty position, although scholarship is much valued and encouraged where appropriate, and student mentoring is a significant part of the job.
Responsibilities would include:
• administration and initiation of IILJ activities (existing activities include the IILJ website, IILJ student scholars and visiting fellows programs, numerous evens with visiting speakers in the Law School, IILJ seminars at the UN, some student internship placement and oversight, and the financial reporting and budget process, close coordination among the IILJ’s constituent centers and with the Hauser Global Program and other Law School initiatives)
• fundraising/development, including reporting to current Foundation funders, development of new proposals to Foundations, and cooperation with the Law School’s Development Office
• managing several research programs (including conceptualizing and organizing meetings, drafting or overseeing reports, and ensuring publications of high quality result) - one program is likely to focus on accountability and participation in global governance (Global Administrative Law), others may involve involuntary resettlement, United Nations issues, or the regulation of private military firms, to be determined in light of the appointee’s interests and expertise
• research and publication of the Executive Director’s own scholarship (where appropriate), on international law issues, generally within the IILJ’s areas of focus
• outreach activities (policy discussions with UN and diplomatic communities and think tanks, exploring internship opportunities for NYU School of Law students, etc)
• mentoring current students interested in relevant international law activities and scholarship.
An ideal candidate would have a law degree, strong academic record, some experience with administration and fundraising, and be interested in the mix of academic and policy worlds. Excellent writing and people skills are essential. The candidate should be exceptionally organized. A record of scholarly publication is a major plus.
Length of appointment would be on a year-to-year basis, with a 2-3 year commitment initially envisaged. Starting date is flexible, with August 2006 ideal. NYU is an equal opportunity employer.
For further information about the Institute, please visit http://www.iilj.org . A detailed job description for this position is posted on the website at http://www.iilj.org/about/execdirector.htm .
Remuneration will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the appointee. The position is well-remunerated. NYU health insurance is readily arranged.
Additional Qualifications:
An ideal candidate would have a law degree, strong academic record, some experience with administration and fundraising, and be interested in the mix of academic and policy worlds. Excellent writing and people skills are essential. The candidate should be exceptionally organized. A record of scholarly publication is a major plus.
Length of appointment would be on a year-to-year basis, with a 2-3 year commitment initially envisaged. Starting date is flexible, with August 2006 ideal. NYU is an equal opportunity employer.
How to Apply:
Applications should be sent by email to Ms Angela Ebanks ( ebanksa@juris.law.nyu.edu ). These must comprise:
• a cover letter explaining your interest in the position
• a curriculum vitae, including a list of any publications
• a writing sample
• academic transcripts of law studies and any graduate studies (can be unofficial transcripts)
• at least three referees who may be contacted for a reference
• a statement of eligibility to work in the U.S.
The deadline for applications is June 5, 2006. Earlier applications are strongly encouraged, as applications will be reviewed as they are received. Please no telephone inquiries.