During this current situation with COVID-19, the ABA will
continue to accept and process applications for job opportunities.  We
will conduct our recruitment process via alternative means (virtual interviews)
for the time being.

The ABA recruits employees seeking opportunities for challenging and substantive work defending liberty and pursuing justice in the U.S. and around the world.  The ABA offers competitive employment benefits which include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k), commuter benefits, and more.

ABA ROLI seeks an expert Corrections Advisor to oversee an assessment and creation of functional, streamlined, and up to date case filesystem that results in clear, usable, and accurate data on correction facilities population and their status. The Corrections Advisor will provide technical corrections expertise on behalf of the ABA and mentor/advise the Bureau of Corrections and Rehabilitation and will create new programs based on the requirement of the donor. This position will play a key role in supporting
ABA ROLI’s overall goal of improving the operational capacity and efficiency of the Liberian Bureau of Corrections and
Rehabilitation (BCR) so that corrections institutions demonstrate improved adherence to standardized procedures, best practices, and human rights in the operation of corrections facilities.
 

The ideal candidate will possess a demonstrated ability to motivate and establish common goals with administrators and employees at all levels throughout the Corrections and Rehabilitation institutions and have a proven track record of conducting assessments and effecting reform in challenging operating environments. The Corrections Advisor may work in Monrovia or in other parts of Liberia.

The incumbent will be responsible for providing programmatic, technical advice, counsel, and support to the international field offices and the DC staff in one of ROLI’s substantive reform areas.

Responsible for the development, oversight, and management of special projects related to a particular substantive area.
Serves as a subject matter expert and advisor/resource for DC and field staff, particularly for program and proposal development. Develops and assists in the coordination and management of US and field-based special events and regional workshops.
Directs efforts to investigate and pursue program development/expansion opportunities and coordinates the development and maintenance of relationships with U.S.-based funders/partners.
Assists in the development and maintenance of funder/partner relationships in the field. Supports the regional divisions in the identification, recruitment, and orientation of individuals to be posted in DC or in the field to relevant
positions.
Provides subject matter expertise as a speaker/presenter at international conferences/symposia, authors academic articles, pursues
leadership roles in appropriate boards and committees, and participates in the international efforts to develop standards on rule of law reform.
Manages relevant substantive practice group. Prepares U.S. and field-based assessments of draft law, concept papers, and research.
Coordinates the implementation and management of relevant assessment tools and methodologies.
Performs other related duties as required.

Basic Qualifications & Interests
Possession of a Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school or recognized foreign law school, or possession of a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
At least ten years’ experience in one or more thematic areas.
At least eight years’ experience in international development.
 

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working on development or related programs in active insurgency/conflict/post-conflict environments;

Experience working in Liberia or elsewhere in West Africa;

Experience working with U.S. government agencies (e.g., Department of State, Justice, Defense, USAID) abroad;

Experience/expertise developing corrections reform programs, especially in an international environment. 

 

The American Bar Association is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with the American Bar Association please call 312-988-5188.

Flexible/hybrid work arrangements may be available for residents of CA, IL, IN, DC, MD, VA, and TX.  Residency requirements may apply. 

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