Special Counsel for Intervention - Manila, Philippines
The Need
International Justice Mission (IJM) is seeking an experienced Filipino attorney to serve as Special Counsel for Intervention in Manila, Philippines. The qualified candidate will assist the Director of Legal Intervention in developing, coordinating and implementing IJM’s legal strategy.
Responsibilities
- Obtain tangible accountability for perpetrators and/or relief for victims in cases; concerning sexual abuse and/or exploitation of children and trafficking in persons;
- Act as private prosecutor in cases where it is necessary to assure the zealous prosecution of the accused in assigned cases;
- Attend and/or participate in all legal proceedings relevant to assigned cases;
- Perform legal research and draft pleadings as necessary in assigned cases;
- Preparation of reports in the case management system;
- Assist the Director of Legal Intervention in designing appropriate intervention strategies to achieve justice in the assigned cases;
- Conduct paralegal trainings and advocacy campaigns;
- Perform other related duties as required and necessary.
Required Skills and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law or beyond;
- Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English and Filipino;
- Member of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines;
- Two or more years of litigation experience;
- Strong leadership skills;
- Knowledge and expertise in Microsoft Word and Excel; and
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
Critical Qualities
- Mature orthodox Christian faith;
- Organized meticulous attention to detail and disciplined with priorities;
- Sustained positive attitude;
- Personable and mature judgment;
- Professional in demeanor, written and oral communication;
- Genuinely reliable and consistently punctual;
- Works well under stress and sustained positive attitude;
- Strong ethic of service and a passion for IJM’s goals;
- Flexible and diplomatic; and
- Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Organization Information
- Competitive salary, with medical and relocation benefits;
- Position reports directly to the Director of Legal Intervention; and
- Applications are being received for immediate hire.
The Mission
International Justice Mission is a human rights agency that secures justice for victims of slavery, sexual exploitation and other forms of violent oppression. IJM lawyers, investigators and aftercare professionals work with local officials to ensure immediate victim rescue and aftercare, to prosecute perpetrators and to promote functioning public justice systems.
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