ProBono seeks an intern to join their company. Legal qualification (LLB) is needed for this opportunity.
INTERNSHIP POSITION, Commencing 1 January 2016
Remuneration: Commensurate with qualification and experience
Key responsibilities:
- Consult with persons seeking legal assistance
- Assess matters in terms of the ProBono.Org Criteria
- Work in conjunction with ProBonono.Org staff Attorneys on the best strategy to deal with matters, such as direct assistance, litigation, mediation or another form of legal intervention
- Prepare detailed briefs or memos for legal practitioners in matters that require pro bono legal assistance
- Manage all matters from time of consultation until such a matter is closed or referred to an Attorney or Advocate
- Maintain, build and enhance strong relationships with Attorneys, NGOs, CBOs, law clinics and other pro bono public interest law initiatives
- Write reports on matters to be used as part of ProBono.Org’s reporting and communication functions, including Facebook and website
- Attend workshops and seminars on behalf of ProBono.Org
- Facilitate community and attorney workshops on behalf of ProBono.Org
- Conduct research
- Willingness to travel in and around Pretoria to legal clinics and for outreach and awareness programmes
Key Competencies:
- Demonstrate interest in human rights work
- Proactive attitude, with enthusiasm for ProBono.Org’s mission and vision
- Advanced communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent writing and editing skills
- Good interpersonal skills
Qualifications required:
- An appropriate legal qualification (LLB)
Please note that the closing date is 17 December and no late applications will be accepted.
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