American Bar Association Rule of Law Initiative Moldova (ABA ROLI Moldova) is seeking a full-time, fixed-term Staff Attorney.



SCOPE OF WORK AND DURATION

ABA ROLI Moldova is seeking a full-time, fixed-term Staff Attorney. The position will
commence on September 1, 2024.


BACKGROUND
American Bar Association Rule of Law Initiative Moldova (ABA ROLI Moldova) is the
representation of an international organization, with a presence in Moldova since 1993,
implementing technical assistance programs on justice sector reform, legal education and gender
equality. ABA ROLI is working with public institutions and civil society organizations on
promoting justice, economic opportunity and human dignity through the rule of law.


RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Working with ABA ROLI team to develop and implement technical assistance programs
related, but not limited to prosecutorial reform, criminal justice and anti-corruption
reforms as well as strengthening legal professions;
2. Contribute to monthly, quarterly reports and work plans;
3. Collect and compile monitoring and evaluation data in accordance with project and donor
requirements;
4. Prepare legal trainings, train-the-trainer workshops and informational/practice guides for
representatives of the legal community;
5. Monitor Moldovan legal developments, including significant newsworthy items affecting
the judiciary, legislature, criminal justice, legal profession and human rights;
6. Represent ABA/ROLI at meetings with local partners or members of the international
community;
7. Manage communication with program partners, civil society organizations and other
stakeholders;
8. Prepare legal analyses and legal research.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. Fluent in English and Romanian;
2. Primary law degree from a fully accredited law school, Master's Degree and/or LLM
degree desirable;
3. Three years of experience working in the justice sector, criminal justice or human rights
or similar areas;
4. Prior experience with technical assistance programs is desired;
5. Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and Romanian;
6. Strong organizational, analytical and IT skills;
7. Team player and ability to tolerate stress.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit the following to in the Jazz HR platform link provided: https://americanbarassociationruleoflawinitiative.applytojob.com/apply/vSdPjb16Hq/Staff-Attorney

  • Cover Letter;
  • Curriculum Vitae.

Deadline for applications: August 1, 2024. Only candidates selected for the interview will be
contacted.