Country: Jordan
Closing date: 06 Mar 2020
ABA ROLI seeks a dedicated Legal Consultant (LC) to work on a trafficking-in-persons program in Jordan. This program’s aim is to increase the number of systematized, victim-centered human trafficking investigations and prosecutions in Jordan and develop new and/or strengthen existing, enforceable policies, laws, agreements, or mechanisms related to human trafficking in Jordan. The LC will be based in Amman.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Works with Deputy Director and consultants to develop, implement, and conduct programs including:
Assisting with the day-to day-implementation of the project, taking responsibility for timely implementation of activities, and coordinating with local and international partners;
Planning and conducting seminars, workshops and other training events (to include logistical arrangements, preparation of substantive materials, and oversight of other local services providers);
Preparing legal reports, analyses, and background assessments on substantive programmatic issues, including trafficking-in-persons and other relevant topics.
Monitors legal and other relevant political and policy developments related to trafficking-in-persons and other relevant topics and reports on them to Deputy Director and other ABA personnel as necessary.
Takes an active role in the collection of quantitative and qualitative data for monitoring and evaluation purposes and contributes to quarterly and annual reporting.
Communicates with local and regional partners on behalf of the ABA as directed by the Deputy Director.
Other responsibilities include representing the ABA at external events, assisting with grant compliance, and supervising support staff, as well as other related duties as requested.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Degree in Law and at least four (4) years of relevant experience.
Fluency in Arabic and English.
Experience working on trafficking-in-persons projects and issues.
Experience working with justice sector and/or civil society groups.
Experience working on US government awards.
Working knowledge of MENA region and/or experience working in politically sensitive contexts is highly desirable.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Availability to begin in March or April 2020.
Please submit a CV and cover letter to: mena-info@abaroli.org
How to apply:
Please submit a CV and cover letter to: mena-info@abaroli.org