International Law and Policy Fellow

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Recruiting Organization: Peace Economy Project

Primary Responsibilities:

• Research and Analysis:
  • Conduct legal and policy research on topics such as disarmament, international treaties, and human rights frameworks.
  • Analyze case studies related to international legal precedents and their applications to peacebuilding and demilitarization.

Collaborative Research Projects:

• Coordinate with consortium members to design and execute joint research initiatives.
• Draft white papers, policy briefs, and reports supporting advocacy campaigns

Policy Development and Advocacy:

• Develop recommendations based on international law to influence domestic and global policies.
• Support Peace Economy Project’s legislative advocacy efforts through international legal frameworks.

Workshops and Training Materials:

• Assist in creating educational programs and resources that integrate international law concepts with advocacy strategies.
• Organize events or webinars to present research findings and train community members and activists.

Networking and Partnerships:

• Facilitate communication and collaboration between PEP and the Consortium.
• Build relationships with legal experts, policymakers, and organizations aligned with peace and justice goals.

Ideal Qualifications:

Educational Background:

• Law degree (JD or LLM), Master’s in International Relations, Human Rights, or Policy Studies.

Research Skills:

• Experience in legal writing, policy analysis, and working with international frameworks.

Advocacy Experience:

• Familiarity with lobbying strategies, coalition building, and grassroots organizing.

Communication Skills:

• Strong writing, speaking, and facilitation abilities to produce reports and lead presentations.

Key Focus Areas for Projects:

• Legal frameworks for disarmament and nuclear nonproliferation.
• Implementation of international treaties related to peacebuilding and human rights.
• Mechanisms for holding governments accountable to international agreements.
• Economic policies tied to military spending and their legal implications.

Stipend ProvidedFalse

Training ProvidedFalse

Housing AvailableFalse

Language/Cultral Support AvailableFalse

Wheelchair AccessibleFalse

Fee RequiredFalse

Fee Amount: None

This opportunity is recurring