International Justice Mission (IJM) is a fast growing international organization working to protect some of the most vulnerable and oppressed people from violent forces of injustice by securing rescue and restoration for victims and ensuring public justice systems work for the poor. IJM is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Attorney who will be responsible representing victims of forced labor trafficking investigations and assisting in seeking criminal accountability for perpetrators of labor trafficking crimes within the project area.  This position is based in Accra, Ghana and reports to the Field Office Director of IJM Ghana.

Responsibilities

•   Collaborate effectively with IJM’s multi-disciplinary team and government counter-parts to ensure that victims of forced labor trafficking are protected and restored from violent abuse and that perpetrators of such abuse are held accountable under law;
•   Build relationships of mutual trust and benefit with key government and non-government actors to ensure holistic care and protection of IJM clients consistent with the law and best practices;
•   Assist in the design and implementation of rigorous systems for effective monitoring, evaluation and reporting of IJM Ghana’s collaborative casework and intervention activities and programming;
•   Conduct case intake and client screening based on established criteria;
•   Evaluate and develop representation strategies for IJM cases;
•   Conduct research, brief writing and oral advocacy on behalf of IJM clients;
•   Support Police and Prosecutors in the investigation and prosecution of forced labor trafficking perpetrators;
•   Represent IJM clients in meetings, negotiations and civil litigations;
•   Track case related data on paper and electronic case tracking management systems; and
•   Perform other tasks as assigned.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Degree in law, current Practicing Certificate;
•   Five or more years’ experience as a practicing attorney;
•   Excellent critical thinking, legal analysis and oral and written advocacy skills;
•   Computer literate with proficiency in MS Word, Outlook and Excel;
•   Experience in criminal litigation preferred;
•   Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English; and
•   Driver’s License preferred.

Critical Qualities

•   Mature orthodox Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed;
•   Willingness to work under potentially hazardous conditions;
•   Meticulous attention to detail;
•   Disciplined with priorities;
•   Patient and able to work well under stress;
•   Excellent interpersonal skills, personable, with a heart for service and sustained positive attitude;
•   Punctual; manages time and resources effectively;
•   Diplomatic, flexible, and mature in judgment;
•   Effective team player and leader; and
•   Evident passion to help people suffering injustice and oppression.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

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Closing Date: 08 February, 2015