Counsel, International Justice Programme

Job Profile: Counsel, International Justice Programme at Human Rights Watch

Multiple Locations Considered

Application Deadline: November 6, 2022

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Contribute to HRW’s work to champion victims’ access to justice for serious international crimes, including pushing forward specific justice goals as well as the broader development of international legal institutions;

2. Conduct legal research and write news releases, opinion pieces, policy papers and reports. Areas of focus may include building partnerships within the international justice movement; national prosecutions of serious international crimes, victims’ rights; defense rights; and reparations proceedings;

3. Conduct advocacy in line with identified goals, including the preparation of written advocacy materials;

4. Assist in the development and implementation of research, advocacy, and communications strategies; and

5. Carry out other tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A law degree or an advanced degree in international justice is preferred; an equivalent level of experience and/or training is required.

Experience: A minimum of three (3) years of practical experience relevant to international criminal law is required.

How to Apply:

Please apply immediately or by November 6, 2022 by visiting our online job portal at careers.hrw.org and attaching a letter of interest and a CV or resume. No calls or email inquiries, please. Only complete applications will be reviewed and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application submission or if you require accommodations during the application process, please email recruitment@hrw.org.

Due to the large response, application submissions via email will not be accepted and inquiries regarding the status of applications will go unanswered.

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