OSCE MISSION HEAD OFFICE, SARAJEVO/ RULE OF LAW MONITORING ASSISTANT

Tasks and Responsibilities:       
       
- Follows cases before specified courts, prosecutor’s offices as well as the human rights situation within other justice sector institutions   according to the policy and guidelines established by the Head Office;
- Drafts reports on proceedings and institutions monitored as well spot reports on priority issues as they arise;
- Maintains regular contacts with local officials within the justice system and local bar associations and reports on relevant developments and   trends;
- Follows legislative, institutional and policy developments related to the human rights and the rule of law;
- Provides feedback and advice to local justice sector actors as to OSCE findings and reports, international human rights standards, etc.
- Coordinates the workload and case selection with Legal Advisers within the Judicial and Legal Refor Section, and other trial monitors as   necessary;
- Drafts spot reports as deemed necessary by the monitor or upon request from their supervisor or Head Office;
- Performs other duties as required.

        
Necessary Qualifications:       
       
- Completed secondary education. Additional coursework in law desirable;
- Minimum four years of legal and/or human rights related comparable experience;
- Working knowledge of European and/or international human rights conventions;
- Professionally fluent in both spoken and written English;
- Valid vehicle driver licence and willingness to drive oneself;
- Willingness and experience working in a challenging environment;
- Flexibility, patience and ability to work under pressure and time constraints.


Deadline: 6 November 2012


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