Sr. Technical Advisor is 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, e.g., criminal law reform, access to justice, women’s rights,
etc. Responsible for the development, oversight, and management of special
projects related to a particular substantive area. S/he 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

Availability to relocate to Bogotá
Colombia full-time.

Professional fluency in Spanish.

Experience as a practicing judge,
judicial clerk, or management-level employee of the judicial branch would be an
asset.

10+ years of experience designing
judicial education courses.

Proven track record in adult
education, advanced academic degree (M.A. or Ph.D.) in adult education or a
related discipline a plus.

Demonstrated understanding of
complex criminal law issues such as anti-money laundering, environmental crimes,
and organized crime, among others.

Experience managing and/or
advising US government grant-funded initiatives overseas.

Established understanding of
international standards and best practices in judicial education and judicial
ethics.