The Center for Justice and International Law (CEJIL) seeks a bilingual (Spanish/English) Attorney to litigate human rights cases before the Inter-American System for the Protection of Human Rights. This position will be based in Washington, DC. Established in 1991 by a group of prominent Latin American human rights defenders, CEJIL is a regional organization that works to promote human rights throughout the Hemisphere through the effective use of the Inter-American System. For more information about our organization, please visit our website at www.cejil.org.
RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Support the litigation of cases before the Inter-American Commission and Court;
2. Maintain relationships with local NGOs, government representatives, and international organizations in Latin America;
3. Design and support training sessions, workshops, and materials about the Inter-American System or international human rights law;
4. Participate in and support activities designed to strengthen the Inter-American System, such as writing position papers, participating in advocacy initiatives, etc.;
5. Complete institutional responsibilities, such as writing Trip Reports and Work Plans, among others;
6. Assist with general administrative tasks;
7. Other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Additional Qualifications:
1. Law Degree (Masters preferred but not required);
2. Two years of litigation experience, preferably at the international level;
3. Strong analytical skills and the ability to develop convincing legal arguments;
4. Ability to write, edit, and communicate in Spanish;
5. Mastery of English;
6. Willingness to work in a multicultural environment and as a team;
7. Ability to work under pressure and on various projects at once;
8. Willingness to travel.
How to Apply:
Applicants will be interviewed in Washington, DC or by phone. Those short-listed will eventually be asked to submit a writing sample in Spanish and write a legal brief on a topic relevant to the Inter-American System.
CEJIL offers an excellent benefits package that includes generous paid vacation, as well as employer-paid health, dental, major medical and life insurance. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume no later than December 31, 2007 either by email to washington@cejil.org or to:
Center for Justice and International Law (CEJIL)
Attn: Attorney Search
1630 Connecticut Avenue, NW; Suite #401
Washington, DC 200009-1053
Email submissions are preferred. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. CEJIL assures equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, or sexual orientation.