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NOW HIRING: FULL-TIME LAW FELLOW POSITIONS FOR RECENT LAW GRADUATES

The University Network for Human Rights seeks highly motivated candidates with a passion for social justice who are seeking to develop their skills in the fields of human rights documentation and advocacy, project development, and supervision of students to join a small, dynamic, and growing team dedicated to promoting social change through supervised engagement of university students in the United States and abroad.

Description:

The full-time law fellow position will be located at the headquarters of the University Network for Human Rights on the campus of Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut. The law fellow(s) will work closely with James (Jim) Cavallaro, Thomas Becker, and Tamar Hayrikyan, as well as other staff and students, on factual and legal research and writing on matters of human rights abuse. They will work under the direct supervision of senior human rights practitioners in the development of new and ongoing projects and management of small student teams. Projects generally involve close work with stakeholders to: define representational and advocacy goals; undertake research, fact-finding, and documentation (often in difficult circumstances and/or overseas); assess and apply relevant legal standards, and develop advocacy strategies and products. Projects often require representation before domestic and international legal and non-legal fora, as well as follow up advocacy, including the production of short videos and/or other materials. The fellows may work with supervisors to guide and edit student work while on campus and during field travel, which may take place for periods of several days or a week or two at a time. They should be available for such travel.

Responsibilities:

Fellows will be responsible for factual and legal research, as well as occasional field work on human rights projects.

Requirements:

A law degree and interest in human rights and/or social justice advocacy; ability to work on teams.

Preferred Skills:

· Fluency in English. Fluency in at least one other language highly desirable.

· Exceptional research and writing skills

· Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

· Flexibility and ability to respond to difficult situations and circumstances in the course of human rights fact-finding and advocacy

Compensation:

We expect that fellow applicants will receive substantial support from their law schools. Depending on the base amount provided by the law school, the University Network should be able to provide additional funding to reach an annual salary of $50,000. The University Network will provide fully paid health insurance for successful candidates who would not otherwise have excellent health insurance.

To Apply:

Please submit the materials described below to: applications@humanrightsnetwork.org, using the subject line: Law Graduate Fellow

Application materials:

· A statement/cover letter of up to two (2) pages describing the applicant’s:

(i) relevant background and experience;

(ii) interest in, and potential to supervise students in non-law disciplines; and

(iii) an updated c.v.

· A list of two professional references (with relevant contact numbers, email addresses, etc.)

· A brief writing sample, in English

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. The initial term of the appointment is expected to be one year from the start date. The position is subject to renewal, extension, or modification after the initial one-year period.

now hiring: Full-Time (In-Person) and Part-Time (Remote) Clinical Supervisors

The University Network for Human Rights seeks highly motivated candidates with experience in human rights practice and a passion for working with students to join a small, dynamic, and growing team dedicated to promoting social justice through supervised engagement of university students in the United States and abroad.

Description:

The full-time Clinical Supervisor position will be located at the headquarters of the University Network for Human Rights on the campus of Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut. The Clinical Supervisor will work closely with James (Jim) Cavallaro, Thomas Becker, and Tamar Hayrikyan, as well as with junior fellows, administrative staff, and students. They will develop human rights projects, assist in ongoing project work, and manage small student teams. Projects generally involve close work with stakeholders to: define representational and advocacy goals; undertake research, fact-finding, and documentation (often in difficult circumstances and/or overseas); and develop advocacy strategies and products. Projects often require representation and advocacy before domestic and international fora, as well as through the production of short videos and/or other advocacy materials. The Clinical Supervisor will oversee student work during field travel for periods of several days or a week or two at a time. They should be available for such travel.

The responsibilities of the part-time Clinical Supervisor will be substantially similar to those outlined above for the full-time position. However, the part-time Supervisor would not be required to reside near the University Network’s Middletown office. Instead, they would work from any location, spend one or more weeks (or several periods of two or more days) per semester in Middletown (expenses paid by the University Network), and be available for remote meetings (via video call) with University Network staff and students. Except for a few weeks each semester, the part-time Supervisor would be expected to work an average of 10 hours per week, supervising two or three students on a single human rights project. By contrast, the full-time Supervisor would be responsible for at least two to three projects per semester.

Responsibilities:

Clinical Supervisors will be professionals with significant experience in human rights practice. They will be responsible for the development and implementation of human rights advocacy projects that involve undergraduates and/or graduate students from non-law disciplines. These projects may involve travel within and outside the United States. Clinical Supervisors will oversee all phases of project development, design, implementation, and follow-up. They will work closely with students as well as communities affected by rights abuse and other stakeholders.

Requirements:

An advanced degree (M.A., Ph.D, J.D.); significant experience in human rights and/or social justice advocacy; and significant experience in training, capacity-building, or supervision in an academic or professional setting.

Preferred Skills:

Fluency in English. Fluency in at least one other language highly desirable.
Exceptional writing and advocacy skills
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Flexibility and ability to respond to difficult situations and circumstances in the course of human rights fact-finding and advocacy

Compensation:

Full-time Supervisor: salary commensurate with experience; minimum salary $55,000 per year, plus benefits (including healthcare coverage, as needed).

Part-time Supervisor: salary/stipend commensurate with experience.

To Apply:

Please submit the materials described below to: applications@humanrightsnetwork.org, using the subject line: Full-Time Clinical Supervisor OR Part-Time Clinical Supervisor

Application materials:

A statement/cover letter of up to five (5) pages describing the applicant’s:
- (i) relevant background and experience;
- (ii) interest and potential for supervision of students in non-law disciplines; and
- (iii) one to four potential project ideas/concept notes (one to three paragraphs per idea/concept, explaining the overall nature of the project and the role of students in all phases of its implementation).
An updated c.v.
A list of three professional references (with relevant contact numbers, email addresses, etc.)
A brief non-legal writing sample, in English

Undergraduate Opportunities

The University Network for Human Rights offers two summer opportunities for undergraduate students.

First, students may participate in our Summer Human Rights Intensive. This is one of our flagship training programs, and it provides students an unparalleled intensive experience in human rights practice. This program is highly recommended for students who wish to pursue future opportunities in human rights or social justice.

We also host a select number of undergraduate students as summer interns. Unlike our summer intensive, which focuses exclusively on human rights practice, our internship gives students experience in a wider range of nonprofit settings, including: program management, communications, development, research, and/or advocacy. An intern’s exact responsibilities vary according to organizational demands and an applicant’s skills. The University Network does not host unpaid interns. As such, applicants are expected to seek external funding from, for example, their university or a foundation. To learn more about applying, please click here.

About the University Network for Human Rights

The University Network for Human Rights facilitates supervised undergraduate and graduate student engagement in the practice of human rights at colleges and universities in the United States and across the globe. We partner with advocacy organizations and communities affected or threatened by abusive state, corporate, or private conduct to advance human rights at home and abroad; train undergraduate students in interdisciplinary human rights protection and advocacy; and collaborate with academics and human rights practitioners in other parts of the world to foster the creation of practical, interdisciplinary programs in human rights.