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Monday, July 15, 2013

Program Coordinator Position at Washington College of Law

  Overview:


The Center for Human Rights & Humanitarian Law: “the Center” began in 1990 to work with students, faculty and the international legal community to provide scholarship and support for human rights initiatives around the world. The Center has a robust program of activity, sponsoring approximately 50 programs, conferences, workshops and trainings per year in addition to an array of grant-funded projects and various initiatives on human rights in the United States. More information is available at www.wclcenterforhr.org.

The Position: 


 The Program Coordinator is a key member of our team who helps to hold all of the pieces together and to get the word out about our many programs and activities. The Program Coordinator will help to manage Center volunteers and research assistants, and will work with a variety of people on a range of projects. S/he will also provide important administrative support. The position will grow with the right person. Flexibility, attention to detail, sense of humor and dedication to the Center’s vision are all crucial attributes for the right candidate!

Requirements:


The position is perfect for a recent university graduate with marketing, communications and event planning experience and a commitment to international human rights. The ideal candidate is someone who works well in a team but will step up, move projects ahead, ask questions and “take the next step.” S/he has excellent English writing skills and is comfortable focusing and transmitting information through a variety of platforms (e.g., website, listserv, social media, grant report writing, newsletters, internal administrative reports, etc.) 

 To Apply:


More information about the position and information about how to apply can be found at: https://jobs.american.edu/JobPosting.aspx?JPID=3079 (Program Coordinator job #6341). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Staff Attorney Position at Metro West Legal Services in Framingham, MA

Metro West Legal Services in Framingham seeks a full time attorney to represent clients in government benefits cases including SSI/DI, unemployment, cash assistance, MassHealth, and food stamps. Responsibilities include direct client representation as well as community education and outreach.

1-3 years of experience required. Prior experience working with people with disabilities preferred. Ability to speak Spanish or Portuguese helpful. Salary depends on experience. Excellent benefits.

Send resume by July 22, 2013 to: Benefits Attorney Search MetroWest Legal Services, Inc 63 Fountain Street, Suite 304 Framingham, MA 01702 An Equal Opportunity Employer Email contact: bsoule@mwlegal.org