Attorney at International Justice Mission (IJM)

Job Description

• Advise management on how to operate 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;
• Identify, develop, and implement capacity building programs for the strengthening of the Public Justice System;
• Provide strategic and creative input to the development of programs aimed at system reform within the Public Justice System;
• Monitor legal policy information and developments which are or may be applicable to IJM; and
• Carry out additional assignments as directed by the Director of Casework.

Requirement/Skills

• Relevant degree in law;
• Professional Certificate in Law and a member of the Ghana Bar Association in good standing;
• 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 from injustice and oppression.