- Location: Port-au-Prince, Haiti
- Salary Range: Competitive. Based on experience.
- Sector: Non Profit
- Organization URL: http://www.ncscinternational.org
- Experience: Mid Career
- Last Date To Apply Feb-13-2012
- Date Posted Jan-19-2012
Description
The International Division of the National Center for State Courts (NCSC) is seeking expressions of interest for the position of Country Director in Port-au-Prince. The Country Director will manage an anticipated criminal justice training program to be funded by the U.S. Department of State. Qualified local candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Country Director will lead the implementation of a program that will equip justice sector actors with the necessary information, materials, and skills to process cases more efficiently, thereby reducing the number of persons in pre-trial detention. The applicant should be able to demonstrate a firm understanding of Haitian law (both current and pending), as well as the obstacles impeding the efficient process of persons in Haiti’s criminal justice system and in the administration of justice in Haiti generally.
About Us: Founded 40 years ago by the leadership of the U.S. courts to deliver on the promise of Equal Justice Under Law, NCSC is a unique non-profit organization providing technical assistance, training, and technology to advance justice in the 50 U.S. states and around the world. We partner with donor agencies, host-country governments, and non-governmental organizations to enhance systems, empower communities, and engage citizens to improve the quality and efficiency of justice services.
Qualifications
Competitive candidates will have:
- Demonstrated experience working on criminal justice reform/training programs in Haiti.
- Prior experience providing direct technical assistance and training to institutional counterparts, including the development of professional training and skills-building programs such as: oral advocacy seminars, mock investigations and trials, and orientation visits.
- In-depth understanding of needs assessment processes, work planning, implementation scheduling, monitoring and evaluation and reporting.
- Diplomatic demeanor; problem-solving skills; creativity; and flexibility needed to perform effectively in a fluid environment.
- An advanced degree in law or other relevant field.
- Fluency in French or Haitian Creole.
Contact Details
- Email: international@ncsc.org
Application Instructions
Apply Now: Applications should apply directly via the organizational website. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Due to the volume of applicants, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. For future opportunities with NCSC, applicants are encouraged to create consultant profiles in our online registry.
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