International Justice Mission Job Position in Uganda

International Justice Mission Advocate (Independent Consultant) - Fort Portal, Vacancies in Uganda

The Need

International Justice Mission Uganda (IJM) is seeking a talented advocate to work as an independent consultant with IJM to bring relief to child victims of sexual violence in the Kamwenge and Kabarole Districts of Uganda.

Responsibilities

Litigation, case management and leadership

Represent child victims of sexual violence in court to secure their legal interests, and provide legal counseling and accompaniment to victims and those at risk of sexual violence;

Liaise with police and prosecutors to ensure the effective investigation and prosecution of child sexual offence cases;

Draft, file and pursue petitions, well-researched submissions and other legal documents;
Identify, evaluate and select the most appropriate redress method for each case;

Work with internal team and other stakeholders to evaluate cases referred through the referral system to be activated by the Pilot Project and other sources;

Requirements

Required Skills and Experience

Law degree from an accredited University;
Admitted Advocate of the High Court of Uganda with a current practicing certificate;

Minimum five (5) years legal experience;

Experience in criminal prosecution, human rights or legal aid required; experience with violence against children or other forms of gender-based violence strongly preferred;

Prior leadership and/or management experience preferred;

Valid certificate of good conduct;

Fluent in written and oral communication in

English, with working knowledge

of Runyakitara required; and Computer literate with proficiency in MS Word, Outlook and Excel.

Critical Qualities

Mature orthodox Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed;

High levels of self-motivation and personal initiative;

Interest in project development and innovation, and ability to thrive as part of a small, flexible, start-up-oriented team;

Creative and energetic problem solver;

Extremely high levels of honesty and integrity;

Ability to work well under stress and deadline pressures;

Excellent advocacy, critical thinking and legal analysis skills; and Applicant must be registered with the Uganda Revenue Authority and possess a Tax Identification Number.

Strong preference for Ugandan nationals. Consulting fees to be paid in Ugandan Shillings at a rate reflective of Ugandan standard rates.

Send Job Application Form, Resume, Cover Letter & Statement of Faith to:

By E-mail (preferred method):

ugandarecruiting@ijm.org

By Mail:

International Justice Mission

Attn: Human Resources

P.O. Box 502

Ntinda, Kampala, UGANDA


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