The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.
International Rescue Committee, Inc.'s General Counsel is responsible for all legal matters of the organization, including litigation management, and regulatory and government donor compliance. In addition, the General Counsel establishes legal policies of the organization and provides reports to the Legal Committee, as well as the full Board of Directors. The IRC is looking to host a deferred associate or an attorney who would like to work pro bono with the IRC. The IRC will not be able to provide any compensation for this position and the ideal candidate would be able to work full time at IRC's New York office.
Responsibilities:
The Staff Attorney will work with the General Counsel and Associate General Counsel regarding all legal matters pertaining to the organization's international field programs and domestic refugee resettlement offices. They will assist with inter-organizational legal issues, including visa applications, state and country registrations, regulatory and government donor compliance, contract drafting and review, and establishment of legal policies for the organization. The Staff Attorney should be able to provide legal advice on a variety of matters related to working for an international U.S. based non-profit including, employment law, tax law, economic sanctions and export compliance laws and regulations and will conduct legal research and develop policies and procedures to comply with applicable laws and regulations.
Requirements:
- J.D. or equivalent law degree;
- At least incoming 1st year associate with strong academic record;
- Ability to think creatively and understand complex legal matters in a relatively short time frame;
- Excellent writing and research skills;
- Good organizational and communication skills a must;
- Must speak fluent English; additional language a plus;
- Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively is a must;
- Must be a self-starter;
- Able to work as a part of a team;
- Demonstrated interest and/or experience with humanitarian affairs a plus.
