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Attorney in New York City, NY

Human Rights First Feb 14,2022 Oct 24,2021 Location USA New York City NY
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Public Interest

Attorney

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2022-2023 Human Rights Accountability Fellowship Responsibilities: Assist to promote and facilitate the use of targeted human rights and anti-corruption sanctions under the Global Magnitsky Act and other similar authorities, including working with other civil society groups, the Department of State, and the Department of the Treasury to expand and increase the effectiveness of the administration’s use of its targeted sanctions and visa restrictions programs. In coordination with the accountability team and other NGOs, prepare recommendations identifying Global Magnitsky sanctions targets to the United States government to quickly respond to emerging human rights crises and identify advocacy opportunities to support the issuance of sanctions. Assist in advising other governments or legislatures (e.g., in the European Union, Australia, Japan, New Zealand, etc.) on how to design legislation to establish a targeted human rights and anti-corruption sanctions program. Work with the accountability team to address time-sensitive issues related to emerging U.S. foreign policy and human rights issues, and conduct fact-finding and research on human rights and rule of law trends in the United States and relevant regions, as assigned. Participate in meetings and other advocacy with executive branch officials and members of Congress and their staff on Capitol Hill. Research and draft reports, blogs, op-eds, and other materials relating to the use of U.S. and other government sanctions tools and other accountability mechanisms, and the human rights implications of U.S. foreign policy and democratic backsliding. Assist in organizing public events related to the use and adoption of targeted human rights and anti-corruption sanctions. Assist in updating and developing resources related to targeted human rights and anti-corruption sanctions, such as case submission templates, sanctions explainers, spreadsheets tracking sanctions designations, frequently asked questions, etc. Other duties as requested based on department and/or organizational need.

Qualification and Experience

Qualifications: A JD Degree, J.D. equivalent, or Master of Laws (L.L.M.) degree in a relevant field from an accredited U.S. law school, or enrollment at a program working toward completion of one of these degrees by August 2022. Strong legal and policy research and writing skills, including the ability to monitor and analyze relevant national and international policy and legal developments. Written and oral advocacy skills and a demonstrated ability to translate highly technical material for a variety of audiences. Prior experience in human rights or anti-corruption-related law and/or advocacy, with a preferred focus on international human rights law, domestic human rights legislation, and policy. Project management experience and ability to coordinate efforts internally with colleagues and with outside partners. Demonstrated capacity to take initiative, to finish assignments under pressure, and to work collegially with others on diverse, inclusive teams. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain relationships with civil society, government agencies, Congressional offices, etc. Foreign language skills are preferred. Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion in handling sensitive information.

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