Institutional Integrity Program Advisor
NYC Bar Association
Full-time
On-site
New York, New York, United States
Position: Institutional Integrity Program Advisor
Reports to: Associate Executive Director/Vance Center
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: New York City
The Vance Center advances global justice by engaging lawyers across borders to support civil society and an ethically active legal profession. The Vance Center is a unique collaboration of international lawyers catalyzing public interest innovation. A non-profit program of the New York City Bar Association, we bring together leading law firms and other partners worldwide to pioneer international justice initiatives and provide pro bono legal representation to social justice NGOs.
With a staff of 21, the Vance Center operates various programs (1) providing pro bono representation, in partnership with more than 170 law firms worldwide, to civil society and international organizations in the areas of the environment, human rights and access to justice, institutional integrity and public interest reporting, and (2) promoting diversity, pro bono practice, ethics, and public interest law education, particularly in the Latin American and sub-Saharan African legal professions.
The Institutional Integrity Program pursues transparency and integrity in government, supporting civil society, judicial independence, and intersecting efforts to hold officials and institutions accountable. Through this program, we collaborate with civil society organizations, promoting openness, transparency, and accountability.
For more information: https://www.vancecenter.org/
The Position
The Institutional Integrity Program Advisor, reporting to the Vance Center Associate Executive Director, will work on initiatives to support judicial independence and integrity, and address corruption.
The main responsibilities of the Institutional Integrity Program Advisor will include, but not be limited to:
- Conduct research and analysis on international public law and domestic laws;
- Draft, review, and edit reports and background papers for publication;
- Establish, develop, and maintain professional relationships with pro bono clients;
- Coordinate and manage pro bono and grant-based projects;
- Draft narrative programmatic reports to grantmakers;
- Plan, organize, and participate in virtual and in-person events (roundtables, trainings, workshops, etc.), in the United States and abroad;
- Travel in the U.S. and internationally to implement project activities;
- Draft materials for publication on program activities, cases, or current events;
- Participate in Vance Center team meetings and initiatives;
- Undertake specific administrative duties related to programs.
- J.D. or LLM from U.S. law school. Specialization in International or Comparative Law is highly desirable. A degree from a non-U.S. law school may substitute for a U.S. J.D. Admission to practice law in a US state or in another jurisdiction.
- Previous employment (minimum 4 years) in civil society organization, law firm, pro bono legal clearinghouse, or similar organization in the U.S. or abroad.
- Written and oral fluency in English and Spanish.
- Strong external relationship-building with persuasive communication skills.
- Well-developed understanding of political and socio-economic conditions and current issues internationally, with particular expertise in Latin America. Knowledge of judicial independence and corruption issues is strongly preferred.
- Ability to gather, synthesize, analyze, and present qualitative and quantitative data in various formats and genres, with excellent writing skills.
- Careful attention to detail, accuracy, and schedule.
- Facility with formal and informal collaboration in internal and external teams
- Strong organizational skills and ability to work quickly and well under pressure, manage multiple tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong digital technology knowledge and skills.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
Starting salary will be $70,000- $80,000 (based on experience).
We provide a competitive benefits package including generous paid time off (vacation, personal, sick time, holidays including closing between Christmas and New Year’s day this year, day off each year for volunteer work, extra time off in the summer if start date is no later than June), choice of medical plans (some offered at almost no charge to employee), dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, commuter benefits program, Employee Assistance Program, short-term/long-term disability insurance, employee discounts, and more!
It is suggested that qualified applicants include a cover letter, to explain why you are interested in the position, but it is not required to apply. Applications will be considered when received, until a qualified candidate is hired. References will be required and checked before an offer will be provided.
No phone calls please.
the Americans with Disabilities Act and other related laws, the organization will endeavor to make reasonable accommodations for persons due to their religious beliefs, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition or because the individual was a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking.