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Message 1 - Software Development Operations
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Message 2 - GEII Economic Unit Director –
Message 3 - Assistant General Manager
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Message 4 - 14 Job Vacancies from AWID
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Software Development Operations Manager –
Posted by: HRREC@chfhq.org
Organization
name: CHF International
Place
of assignment:
Country
of assignment: US
Job description: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Provide
assistance to the general manager in terms of planning, recruitment, staff
development and overall organization of SDS unit. Active involvement in
communication with clients on a daily basis
§ Support the SDS General Manager to implement the methodology for software development, support and related operations.
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Establish
software development and support policies and procedures for SDS unit.
Responsible for producing supporting documentation
§ Research, analysis and selection of a software solution capable of integrating and reporting all SDS Unit software development and support related operations.
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Training new
Project Managers on the Project Management process, methods, tools, techniques
and templates to shorten their learning curve
§ Engage in the business analysis process with clients and help develop business analysis skills in the SDS unit as required.
The duties listed above are not inclusive of all your duties at CHF International. CHF reserves the right to change and update position descriptions at any time.
Qualifications
and skills required: QUALIFICATIONS
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Excellent written
and verbal communication skills
§ Knowledge of software development processes, methods and project management;
§ Experience in software development industry, including database design and programming, project supervisory and management experience in IT industry.
§ Familiarity with CHF activities around the world and knowledge of its organizational structure
§
Experience with
the development and management of.NET, relational databases, Internet and
multilingual systems
§ Experience working on international projects and environments.
§ Excellent working knowledge of hardware and software management related issues.
§ Exposure to USAID and NGO international development environment
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Able and willing
to travel as needed
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Degree
in Computer Science or related field
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Able to read and interpret documents, and communicate with others as necessary to perform job duties effectively. English fluency required; local language capabilities a plus.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Basic skills and able to perform job specific mathematics.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Able to sit at a computer and operate a keyboard, for extended periods of time.
education:
4
jobtype: 2
Deadline
for submission of applications: 01-30-2006
Submit
your applications to: Global Staffing
Applications must be emailed to: hrrec@chfhq.org
Instructions to applicants: Please submit cover letter and resume/CV to hrrec@chfhq.org.
Include the job title in the subject line of the email.
Follow
up: 1
IMPORTANT MESSAGE: Please mention clearly in your application letter that you learned about this job vacancy through DEVJOBS, and mention the URL of DEVJOBS, which is http://www.devjobsmail.com.
GEII Economic Unit Director – Georgia +b
Posted by: HRREC@chfhq.org
Organization
name: CHF International
Place of
assignment:
Country
of assignment: US
Job description:
CHF International, a well established and highly respected non profit global
organization, is seeking a dynamic self starter to lead its Economic Unit (EU)
for the USAID-funded Georgia Employment and Infrastructure Initiative
(GEII). CHF International’s Georgia
Employment and Infrastructure Initiative (GEII) is a five year project funded
by the United States Agency for International Development. Working throughout
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
§ Development and oversight of all economic opportunity interventions, including training, technical assistance, information dissemination, resource leveraging, and grant-making;
§ Integration and partnership with other programs, implementing partners, and micro-finance institutions to facilitate enhanced private sector
§ Build and oversee economic strategies that link communities and private entities to sources of capital and business development resources;
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Catalyze business activity through the
provision of information, training, networking opportunities
§ Facilitation of credit to beneficiaries for the purpose of increasing productivity and sales, creating jobs and generating income.
§ Manage a staff of five in five field offices.
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Travel on an almost daily basis to rural
and urban areas throughout
The duties listed above are not inclusive of all your duties at CHF International. CHF reserves the right to change and update position descriptions at any time.
Qualifications
and skills required: QUALIFICATIONS
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Five to seven years of rural economic
development and/or small business development experience; at least three
field-based
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Proven ability to work with multi-sector
stakeholders and leverage capital contributions from public and private sources
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Creative program design experience
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Supervisory experience
§
Georgian, Russian and/or former work
experience in the
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Advanced degree in related field or significant prior experience in lieu of.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Able to read and interpret documents, and communicate with others as necessary to perform job duties effectively. English fluency required; local language capabilities a plus.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Basic skills and able to perform job specific mathematics.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Able to sit at a computer and operate a keyboard, for extended periods of time.
education: 5
jobtype: 2
Deadline
for submission of applications: 01-30-2006
Submit your
applications to: Global Staffing
Applications must be emailed to: hrrec@chfhq.org
Instructions to applicants: Please submit cover letter and resume/CV to hrrec@chfhq.org.
Include the job title in the subject line of the email.
Follow up:
1
IMPORTANT MESSAGE: Please mention clearly in your application letter that you learned about this job vacancy through DEVJOBS, and mention the URL of DEVJOBS, which is http://www.devjobsmail.com.
Assistant General
Manager -
Posted by: Global Staffing <hrrec2@hotmail.com>
Organization name: IMMDF
Place of assignment:
Country of assignment: US
Job description: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Manage the credit operations team and all Iraq-based staff
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Report activities and communicate issues on a daily basis with the
General Manager
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Assist in developing and implementing strategies for promotion and
expansion of operations
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Lead Credit Committee meetings
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Market loan products in Tranche A and B
§ Manage due diligence, approval, disbursement, monitoring and collection processes;
§ Coordinate conditions precedent and compliance reporting;
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Maintain familiarity with the evolving legal system in
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Manage Security of Iraq facilities and personnel
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Serve as primary liaison with bank managers, credit applicants and
existing clients
§ Other tasks as assigned.
The duties listed above are not inclusive of all your duties at CHF International. CHF reserves the right to change and update position descriptions at any time.
Qualifications and skills required: QUALIFICATIONS
§ 8-10 years of experience in finance and/or banking, preferably in the area of lending, credit analysis, and middle market financing.
§
International experience, preferably in the
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Degree in Business, Accounting.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
English and Arabic fluency required. Able to read and interpret documents, and communicate with others as necessary to perform job duties effectively.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Basic skills and able to perform job specific mathematics – particularly utilizing computer spreadsheets.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Willingness and ability to travel into insecure areas.
education: 4
jobtype: 2
Deadline for submission of applications:
01-30-2006
Submit your applications to: Global Staffing
Applications must be emailed to: hrrec2@hotmail.com
Instructions to applicants: Please submit cover letter and resume/CV to hrrec2@hotmail.com
Follow up: 1
IMPORTANT MESSAGE: Please mention clearly in your application letter that you learned about this job vacancy through DEVJOBS, and mention the URL of DEVJOBS, which is http://www.devjobsmail.com.
14 Job Vacancies from AWID Resource Net
1) Consultant to Evaluate Building Safer Organizations Project /
The Women's Commission for Refugee Women and Children
/
SCOPE OF WORK:
Under the leadership and supervision of the Women's Commission, the consultant will conduct an evaluation of the Building Safer Organizations Project (which was established by the NGOs under the coordination of the International Council of Voluntary Agencies (ICVA) to operationalize the recommendations of the Model Complaints and Investigation Procedures and Guidance Related to Sexual Abuse and Exploitation). The evaluation will assess the impact that the project has had on the participants' knowledge, skills and attitudes; how this has lead to organizational change vis-à-vis the effectiveness of investigations into allegations of misconduct for participating organizations, as well as the methodology and approach used to build the requisite skills.
ICVA intends to use the evaluation conducted by the Women's Commission to assess the effectiveness of the project measured by its influence on participants in the Building Safer Organizations Learning Programmes and its impact on how NGOs conduct investigations into misconduct - specifically allegations of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries by staff. In addition, the study will indicate what the next steps for the project should be.
Timeframe: Six (6) Months (January 1 - May 31, 2006)
Fees: $3,500.00/ month (Final monthly salary withheld until delivery of final product; Not to exceed $21,000.00)
CONSULTANT OUTPUT:
Specific outputs will be further developed in consultation with the evaluation team (Dale Buscher, Women's Commission and Katharina Samara, ICVA) and will include:
- Participation in at least one ''follow-up'' workshop and one ''management'' workshop.
- Production of reports on those workshops.
- Reports on interviews and discussions with participants at the workshops; managers of staff that have conducted investigations after participating in the program; workshop facilitators and evaluators thus far.
- Final report including observations on how to improve the materials and workshop presentation, as well as next steps for the project.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Advanced degree in social sciences or related
field
- Excellent research and writing skills
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Experience in both qualitative and quantitative evaluation methodologies in
several evaluations for international and non-governmental organizations
- Understanding of sexual and gender-based
violence
- Solid organizational skills
- Understanding of NGO humanitarian work
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Understanding of protection of persons of concern to humanitarian organizations
- Relevant language skills, where possible
TO APPLY:
Please submit a résumé and salary requirements to:
Mary
Jane Escobar -Collins, Officer of Board Relations and Operations
E-mail: (Marye@womenscommission.org)
DEADLINE TO APPLY: DECEMBER 5, 2005.
Website: http://www.womenscommission.org/about/employment/ICVAEval.shtml
2) Women's Participation Expert /
National Democratic Institute for
International
Affairs (NDI) /
SUMMARY:
NDI
seeks a Woman's Participation Expert to travel to
PROGRAMMATIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct training seminars and workshops for women elected representatives; topics to be addressed would include: the function and organization of a parliamentary women's caucus, developing a legislative agenda and improving leadership skills.
- Build and maintain relationships with women representatives in the National Assembly, political parties and NGO partners.
- Consult with political party representatives to develop mechanisms for increasing support for women within party structures.
- Assist in developing networks for information and skills exchange among political party members, emerging women leaders, and international trainers.
- Develop and maintain relationships with the
U.S. Embassy, U.S. Agency for International Development, the donor community,
and other international and domestic organizations active in
SEE FULL DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES AT:
http://www.ndi.org/employment/current/asia/afghanistan_110305.asp
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A minimum of eight (8) years of experience working in legislatures or working to increase women's political participation through activities with political parties, civic groups, or community outreach and organizing.
- Proven political training experience.
- Proven ability to communicate skills and experience to others as a trainer, advisor, or consultant, including conference/seminar organizing and facilitation.
- Strong written and oral English communications skills. Computer literacy is required.
- High degree of organization and initiative.
- Experience in financial management and reporting.
- Excellent staff and office management and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of program evaluation techniques helpful.
- Experience working or living in the region is desirable or a proven ability to adapt quickly to new cultures, both professionally and personally.
- Knowledge of Dari, Pashto or another applicable language is desirable but not required.
TO APPLY:
Interested applicants can apply now using our ONLINE resume tool. Please cite the exact position title in the cover letter.
Website: http://www.ndi.org/employment/current/asia/afghanistan_110305.asp
3) Program Assistant, MENA / National
Democratic Institute for
International
Affairs (NDI) / Washington, DC,
SUMMARY:
NDI
seeks a Temporary Program Assistant to help in the planning, design and
implementation of political party, parliamentary and women's political
participation programs in the Gulf region. The Gulf is comprised of the
following countries:
SEE DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES AT:
http://www.ndi.org/employment/current/mena/programasst_gulf.asp
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors Degree, preferably in International Relations or related subject. Masters preferred.
- Demonstrated interest in, and knowledge of, regional political environment and people.
- Experience in international development, community organizing, political campaign, organizational development or legislative affairs preferable.
- Experience living in the Middle East or
- Experience writing/editing training materials, conducting participatory training and program evaluation desirable.
- Fluency in written and oral English required. Fluency in Arabic strongly preferred.
- High level of oral and written communication skills to effectively present information and respond to questions. Detail oriented.
- Working knowledge of basic budget and
accounting procedures
- Good interpersonal skills to effectively interact with all levels of staff, US and foreign government personnel, and NGO community.
- Capacity to work both independently and as a member of a team.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
- Working knowledge of PC-based word processing and spreadsheet applications. HTML, database and graphic design skills a plus.
TO APPLY:
Interested applicants can apply now using our ONLINE resume tool. Please cite the exact position title in the cover letter.
Website: http://www.ndi.org/employment/current/mena/programasst_gulf.asp
4) Counsellor for International Federation of Women Lawyers / CUSO /
Ghana / Closing date: December 09, 2005.
DESCRIPTION:
FIDA
Ghana is affiliated to the International Federation of Women Lawyers (Federacion Internacional de Abogadas) which was founded in
FIDA
Ghana plans to increase its awareness and educational campaigns programs as
well as women and children empowerment programs in
This
placement is intended to strengthen the capacity of FIDA to continue to promote
its human rights programs in
The cooperant, in collaboration with the staffs and management of FIDA will provide support to people who suffer domestic violence and report their cases to FIDA for assistance.
SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTION AT: http://www.cuso.org; ''Overseas Volunteers''
REQUIREMENTS:
The candidate for this position should possess a 1st degree in a social science (sociology, psychology) or in Social Work or Community Studies.
He/she should have:
- Clinical, community or counselling psychology backgrounds;
- expertise in counselling;
- a good people skill,
- an interest in women's and children's issues;
- ability to solve problems and an inquisitive mind;
- good organization, planning and oral/written communication skills;
The candidate should have experience working with children, youth and women, particularly those who have suffered domestic violence;
- prior experience in developing countries is an asset.
The ideal candidate should have a good interpersonal relation and must have a lot of patience to be able to work under difficult conditions. The candidate must have the ability to adjust easily to new environment, people and situations. Most importantly, the individual should be able to work effectively across different functions and be able to meet multiple tasks and time lines. He/she must be prepared to learn and share skills and experiences. He/she must be an individual who is willing to work with people and not over people.
Note: This is a CUSO overseas cooperation position. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and Canadian permanent residents.
TO APPLY:
Reference
Number: WGHA/NFG/8921
Interested applicants should apply ONLINE (preferred), using the application form and attaching a detailed resume and 1-2 page statement of motivation (see Application Guidelines).
For more, please see: http://www.cuso.org; ''Overseas Volunteers''
If
you are unable to do this, please email your resume and statement to: (CPR-Specialprogram@cuso.ca). This information can also be faxed or mailed to:
Marie-Josée Laflamme, CUSO
Ottawa,
APPLICATION DEADLINE: DECEMBER 9, 2005.
5) Reproductive Health Manager / The International Rescue Committee
(IRC) / El Fasher,
DESCRIPTION:
The
International Rescue Committee currently seeks a Reproductive Health Manager
for its
The Reproductive Health Manager will be the focal point for reproductive health (RH) services within the IRC North Darfur Primary and Reproductive Health program. The RH Manager will identify gaps in RH services and take the necessary steps to address those gaps. He/she will ensure that the MISP is implemented and a comprehensive range of RH services are available to the target population and are provided in accordance with accepted national and international standards. He/She will provide technical oversight to field-based health staff in the area of reproductive health, with an emphasis on coaching national staff/midwives to build their capacity.
The position is based in El Fasher with daily trips to IRC's primary and reproductive health programs in Abu Shouk and As Salaam internally displaced persons (IDPs) camps.
SEE DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES AT: http://ircjobs.org
REQUIREMENTS:
- Relevant health qualification with a Masters in Public Health or similar.
- At least 3 years experience in designing, implementing and managing reproductive health projects, preferably among conflict-affected populations.
- Previous experience implementing RH programs in refugee/IDP settings, specifically complex emergencies. Specific experience in implementing gender-based violence interventions, an advantage.
- Full understanding of and experience in implementing reproductive health MISP.
- Demonstrated management and program start-up skills.
- Strong organizational skills and able to coordinate and manage a diverse array of responsibilities.
- Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive situations diplomatically and possess strong communication skills.
- Demonstrated training/capacity building experience.
- Strong report writing skills.
- Excellent computer skills: MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook and Outlook Express.
- Fluency in English, Arabic a plus.
- Ability to live and work in harsh isolated and insecure environments.
- Additional qualities: ability to multitask, ability to handle pressure well, ability to improvise, flexibility.
TO APPLY:
Requisition
Number: 0000001317
Please apply ONLINE at: http://ircjobs.org.
6)
Gender-Based Violence Manager / The International
Rescue Committee
(IRC)
/ Zalengei,
DESCRIPTION:
The
International Rescue Committee currently seeks a Gender Based Violence Manager
for its
The
GBV Manager will be the focal point for IRC's Women's Health program in Zalingei,
Main areas of responsibility will include:
- Program Development
- Staff and
- Inter-Agency Coordination
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Administrative Duties
SEE DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES AT: http://ircjobs.org
REQUIREMENTS:
- MA/S or equivalent in health (MPH), social
science, humanities or other related degree preferred
- 2 years program management experience,
including at least 1-2 years in a developing country with GBV practice
- Good interpersonal and team building skills
- Community education/training experience
desirable
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Experience supervising a multi-national staff in a complex, insecure emergency
setting
- Excellent oral and written communication
skills
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Ability to live and work under pressure in an unstable security environment
- Experience in grant management and proposal
writing is preferred
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Excellent computer skills: MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint,
Outlook and Outlook Express
- Fluency in English, Arabic a plus
- Ability to multitask, handle
pressure well, and improvise
- Flexibility.
TO APPLY:
Requisition
Number: 0000001411
Please apply ONLINE at: http://ircjobs.org.
7) Several academic positions / Centre
for Gender and Social Policy
Studies,
Closing date: December 30, 2005.
BACKGROUND:
This is a second announcement. Please note the changes made in the new announcement, as these supersede the earlier announcement.
Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following tenure track academic positions in the Centre for Gender and Social Policy Studies (CGSPS). CGSPS is a Centre of Excellence for interdisciplinary study of Gender and Development.
CGSPS seeks innovative scholars to strengthen its activities in the following areas: Gender and Human Rights Issues; Gender, Sexuality, and Health including HIV/AIDS; Gender and Environment; Gender and Livelihood issues; Gender/Feminist Theories and Methodologies; Gender, Conflicts, and Peace Keeping; Gender, Science, and Technology.
Candidates must be able to teach at the post-graduate level, and with a demonstrable skills in Gender Analysis, Gender Mainstreaming, and Policy Analysis.
The positions to be filled include:
i. Research Fellow II
ii. Research Fellow I
iii. Senior Research Fellow
QUALIFICATIONS:
- All the candidates for the 3 posts must have a very good university degree in related specialization;
- All candidates for the 3 positions must have a Masters Degree in women/Gender Studies and/or be ready to retrain in Gender Studies if Present assignments show evidence of exposure to Women/Gender Research/on the job training;
- Candidates for RF I and SRF must have Ph.D degrees in Women/Gender Studies
JOB DESCRIPTION:
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Teaching, Research, Short term Training, and supervision of students' theses
- Ability to initiate research and teaching in Gender Studies;
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Ability to engage in policy analysis
MINIMUM COGNATE EXPERIENCE:
i. All candidates must have at least 2 years post-graduation experience at relevant levels;
ii. All candidates must have experience working on gender issues for at least 2 years;
iii. For candidates applying for SRF, they must have at least 5 years of teaching and research experience (most of which should be in the field of Gender/Women Studies), and must have required number of publications in reputable international journals.
* Senior academics who may want to spend one or two year(s) sabbatical leave and/or under exchange arrangements are in particular encouraged to apply.
METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Applications must be accompanied with up-to-date Curriculum Vitae, and 3 Referee names. One of the referees must be the Head of Department and/or Academic Adviser in one of the Academic Institutions attended; and another, a reference from the present employer (if currently employed), and any other referee who could vouch for the candidate's character and personality. An academic transcript is also required.
DEADLINE: 30TH OF DECEMBER, 2005.
Send your applications to:
i. By Post to: The Registrar,
OR
ii. By E-mail: (centgend@oauife.edu.ng), (ifegender@yahoo.co.uk),
OR
Contact directly -
The Director,
Centre for Gender and Social Policy Studies,
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(cross-posted from development-gender@yahoogroups.com)
8) Staff Attorney / Gay &
Lesbian Advocates & Defenders (GLAD) /
DESCRIPTION:
Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders (GLAD), New England's lgbt and HIV public interest legal organization, seeks a full-time Attorney for litigation and appellate advocacy in the state and federal courts of the six New England states. GLAD is particularly interested in expanding its ability to address the needs of the racial, ethnic and economic diversity of the lgbt community.
For more than 27 years, GLAD has been engaged in cutting-edge state and federal constitutional cases in the highest courts of the New England states and the U.S. Supreme Court as well as the application of statutory and common law to the needs of the lgbt and HIV communities. With a seasoned current team of 6 attorneys - most of whom each have more than a decade of experience doing lgbt and HIV-related legal work with much of it at the appellate level – GLAD offers a supportive and creative environment for professional growth.
Headquartered in Boston, a dynamic and exciting political environment in which the movement for equality can be tangibly observed on a daily basis, GLAD has a gay and non-gay staff and offers a family-friendly workplace.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- GLAD prefers 3 or more years of legal experience and requires a commitment to equal justice under law.
- Familiarity w/lgbt and HIV issues or a willingness to learn;
- strong research, writing and analytical skills;
- public speaking.
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