Staff Attorney needed in Uganda

Staff Attorney

Job ID: 50232

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Location: Gulu, Gulu,  Uganda

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Job Category: Legal

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Position Type: Full time

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Relocation Assistance Available: No

Telecommute: No

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Posted: 10.14.2013

Job Description

This position is based in Gulu, Uganda and reports to IJM’s Director of Gulu Operations.

Responsibilities

Interventions Strategy and Management

Evaluate, develop, and implement intervention strategies for IJM cases;
Encourage and support State Attorneys in the prosecution of property grabbing perpetrators;
Coordinate and lead mediations, negotiations, and other forms of alternative dispute resolution in IJM cases;
Ensure that government offices (Lands Registry, Administrator General, etc.) take necessary action;
Represent IJM clients in civil litigation and in the administration of estates;
Conduct legal research and draft correspondence, memorandums, and legal briefs; and
Track case related data in paper and electronic case tracking management systems.
Legal Team Leadership

Supervise, mentor, and manage the efforts of Associate Attorneys, Law Clerks and/or Volunteer Attorneys.
Team Support

Coordinate with IJM Investigators to investigate allegations of property grabbing and ensure all evidence is collected in an admissible form;
Cooperate with IJM Aftercare Specialists in identifying psychosocial needs of victims;
Conduct case intake and client screening based on established criteria;
Educate audiences on the causes, costs and consequences of property grabbing;
Assist in hosting guests, visitors, and volunteers; and
Perform other tasks as assigned.
Professional Development

Participate in IJM programs in professionalism and Christian spiritual formation; and
Maintain Practicing Certificate and participate in CLEs relevant to IJM’s casework.

Job Requirements

Travel Requirements

This position requires frequent travel to and from areas within Amuru and Gulu, and occasional travel to Kampala.

Required Skills and Experience

Degree in law, successful completion of LDC, and current Practicing Certificate;
Five or more years of experience as a practicing attorney;
Excellent critical thinking, legal analysis, and oral and written advocacy skills;
Fluency in English and Acholi, with excellent writing and speaking in both;
Computer literate with proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, and Excel;
Experience in civil and/or criminal litigation preferred; and
Driver’s License preferred.
Critical Qualities

Mature Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed;
Passionate commitment to IJM’s mission and values;
Professional in demeanor, appearance, writing and oral communication;
Works well under stress with a sustained positive attitude;
Exceptionally high level of honesty and integrity;
Intelligent, organized, creative and proactive problem solver; and
Ability to cooperate effectively in a multi-cultural environment.

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