International Justice Mission (IJM) Attorney Job Vacancy In Ghana

Job
Description

International
Justice Mission (IJM) is a fast growing international organization working to
protect some of the most vulnerable and oppressed people from violent forces of
injustice by securing rescue and restoration for victims and ensuring public
justice systems work for the poor. IJM is seeking a talented Lawyer who will
assist in

representing victims of forced labor trafficking investigations and
seeking criminal accountability for perpetrators of labor trafficking crimes
within the project area.

This
position is based in Accra, Ghana and reports to the Senior Attorney of IJM
Ghana.

Responsibilities

Advise
management on how to keep within the law and minimize legal risks;
Support
Police and Prosecutors in the investigation and prosecution of
child/forced labor trafficking perpetrators;
Conduct
research, brief writing and oral advocacy on behalf of IJM clients;
Track
case related data on paper and electronic case tracking management
systems;
Attend
and/or participate in all legal proceedings relevant to assigned cases;
Maintain
accurate and updated documentation of legal proceedings in assigned cases;
Perform
legal research and draft pleadings as necessary in assigned cases;
Ensure
legal custody of rescued children for partner shelter and compliance with
child protection laws and policies;
Monitor
legal policy information and developments which are or may be applicable
to IJM; and
Carry
out additional assignments as directed by the Senior Attorney.

Required Skills and Experience

Degree
in law, current Practicing Certificate;
3-5
years’ experience as a practicing attorney;
Strong
critical thinking, legal analysis and oral and written advocacy skills;
Computer
literate and proficient in Microsoft applications;
Experience
in criminal litigation preferred;
Excellent
knowledge of written and spoken English;
Driver’s
License preferred; and
Strong
legal research and writing skills.

Critical Qualities

Mature
orthodox Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed;
Willingness
to work under potentially hazardous conditions;
Meticulous
attention to detail;
Disciplined
with priorities;
Patient
and able to work well under stress;
Excellent
interpersonal skills, personable, with a heart for service and sustained
positive attitude;
Punctual;
manages time and resources effectively;
Diplomatic,
flexible, and mature in judgment;
Effective
team player and leader; and
Evident
passion to help people suffering injustice and oppression.