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SENIOR ASSOCIATE, GENDER JUSTICE PROGRAM NEW YORK CITY, NY
ICTJ is seeking a Senior Associate, Gender Justice Program in New York. The
International Center for Transitional Justice (ICTJ) is an international non-profit
organization specializing in the field of transitional justice. ICTJ works to help
societies in transition address legacies of massive human rights violations and build
civic trust in state institutions as protectors of human rights. Provide technical
assistance to civil society groups and policymakers to ensure that transitional justice
measures seek to reveal patterns of abuse and build momentum for reform. The main
functions are to devise strategies and guide and coordinate in-country work. Position
involves producing analysis, policy proposals, and critical feedback; conducting
research to provide comparative information; assisting in the development of grant
proposals; and providing technical and policy assistance to partners, civil society
organizations, including women's and feminist groups, justice sector authorities,
governments, and other policymakers. Incumbent will coordinate the program's work
on matters related to criminal accountability in conjunction with the Criminal Justice
Program. Incumbent will also be responsible for researching and writing on gender-
related transitional justice issues. Position is located in New York City. Primary
Responsibilities: Program: Monitor and analyze legal developments in the field of
gender justice related to transitional justice. Provide technical assistance on how
transitional justice measures can effectively address sexual and gender-based violations
and crimes. Where there is particular added value, produce reports or briefing papers
that help to develop significant thinking or technical advice on particular challenges.
Conceive, coordinate, and supervise or conduct research that deepens ICTJ's approach
to gender justice issues related to transitional justice, with a view to ensuring practical
solutions to identified problems. Develop strategic resources and materials accessible
to a range of audiences, including international and domestic justice systems, women's
rights activists, and local/ national women's movements. Convene workshops,
trainings, and other meetings to provide comparative knowledge and capacity building
for relevant actors on gender issues in transitional justice contexts. Assist director in
advising and liaising with ICTJ's country and thematic programs, ensuring that a
gendered approach to transitional justice is developed and "mainstreamed" within
ICTJ's work. Recruit and manage short-term consultants. Assist in ICTJ's fundraising
efforts, including developing proposals and reporting on grants. Outreach: Duties
involve a wide variety of complex, changing situations, requiring a high degree of
conceptual ingenuity and initiative. Incumbent is required to have extensive and
authoritative knowledge of the techniques, practices, and theories relevant to the
position. Substantial international travel is to be expected. Executes a program and
oversees components performed by others within ICTJ or by outside consultants,
agencies. Develops and administers budgets for specific programs under her/his charge.
Regularly interacts with senior management staff to present and discuss work plans and
priorities, and to report work status to ensure ICTJ achieves its organizational goals.
Incumbent also has significant and important contact with funders, outside agencies,
consultants, vendors, and other business-related outside parties, all of which have a
major impact on the image, reputation, and operational well-being of ICTJ.
QUALIFICATIONS: Education: A degree in law is required. A post-graduate degree
in law is highly desirable. Experience: Seven years or more of relevant experience,
with at least 3 years of experience in law at a national or international level. Experience
working in partnership with civil society networks and with justice sector authorities.
Demonstrated research or field experience in international human rights law and gender
justice issues. Experience working at national and international levels, including
experience with women's rights movements, particularly those in the Global South.
Related Skills or Knowledge: A strong knowledge of transitional justice, international
human rights law, feminist studies, and related fields. Ability to liaise effectively with
civil society and victim organizations. Must be familiar with relevant legal issues,
public policy, and international affairs and have a demonstrated commitment to the
field. Project and program management experience is highly desirable, along with
strong analytical and research skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills in
English is required. Fluency in French or Arabic is desirable. TO APPLY: Applicants
should send a CV and cover letter detailing their interest and qualifications to
jobs@ictj.org. Deadline to apply is May 31, 2013.
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