[International Legal Jobs] Donald M. & Susan N. Wilson Fellow in International Advocacy and Litigation

International Advocacy and Litigation Program

Full-Time; 2-year position

Location: Washington, D.C.

Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights seeks a Donald M. and Susan N. Wilson Fellow to work with its International Advocacy and Litigation program. The 2-year position begins in September 2023.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree (or foreign equivalent) is required;
• Authorization to work in the United States;
• Experience with regional and international human rights law and norms; working knowledge of the United Nations system and/or the regional human rights mechanisms (e.g. Inter-American Commission on Human Rights, African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights, etc.);
• Ability to maintain active contacts with civil society as well as key stakeholders in the aforementioned systems; an ability to master complex human rights issues under tight deadlines;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Innovative thinking, willingness to voice opinions, and a strong work ethic are essential;
• Teamwork, you are able to build positive relationships with your colleagues and are willing to help others;
• Inclusive, you’re excited to work with colleagues with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives from your own;
• Fluency in Spanish, French, and/or Arabic is helpful but not required

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION:

• Annual salary of $62,100 (gross);
• 37.5 hour workweek (7.5 hour days);
• Flexibility and independence to help manage your work and home life: As a hybrid workplace, staffers have access to a $500 remote supplies fund to help create a more functional and comfortable workspace at home as needed.
• RFKHR values your health: RFK Human Rights covers 100% of individual-only costs of our platinum medical, dental, vision benefits, and subsidizes the cost for dependent coverage.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please email a cover letter, resume, brief writing sample (preferably related to international human rights law), and a list of 3 professional references by October 31, 2022 to fellowships@rfkhumanrights.org.

Subject line: [Your Name + Wilson Fellowship]

Addressed to Hiring Manager

No phone calls please. Please note that due to the high volume of applications received, RFK Human Rights will only contact the top list of qualified candidates directly.

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