Rule of Law Index Intern (Paid)
The World Justice Project
http://www.worldjusticeproject.org
Washington, DC, USA
Mission:
The World Justice Project (WJP) is an independent, non-profit organization working to advance the rule of law for the development of communities of opportunity and equity. The WJP's multinational, multidisciplinary efforts are dedicated to developing practical programs in support of the rule of law around the world. Our work is based on two complementary premises: the rule of law is the foundation for communities of opportunity and equity, and multidisciplinary collaboration is the most effective way to advance the rule of law. Our work consists of three complementary and mutually reinforcing program areas: Mainstreaming; Scholarship; and the Rule of Law Index. Please see our website (www.worldjusticeproject.org) for detailed descriptions of our main programs.
The World Justice Project was launched in 2006 by the American Bar Association (ABA) and 21 other global sponsoring organizations. Initially housed within the ABA, the WJP recently concluded the process of transition into an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Its office is located at 740 15th Street, NW, Washington, DC.
Position:
The World Justice Project's Rule of Law Index is seeking a full-time paid intern for the Spring 2012, beginning in early January 2012.
Possible opportunity to earn college/graduate credit for current undergraduate/graduate students.
Responsibilities:
As part of a small team, the Rule of Law Index intern will provide crucial support to the Rule of Law Index staff in the overall development of the Rule of Law Index, including, but not limited to the following:
• Conduct research for identifying potential practitioner and academic legal experts to participate in the Qualified Respondent Questionnaire (QRQ);
• Perform data processing and developmental support in building new QRQ expert database;
• Monitor and summarize media coverage of the Rule of Law Index, as well as rule of law issues in countries around the globe;
• Track and respond to external communications, including data requests and requests for other information or questions;
• Assist Program Associate with preparing expense reports for Index expenditures;
• Facilitate external communications with Index contributors;
• Provide general administrative support, including organizational work in Microsoft Excel and Word; internet research; editing and proofreading documents; assisting with logistics for travel and meetings; and other office and logistical support duties.
Intern Qualifications:
This internship is open to undergraduates and graduate students with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA, as well as recent graduates. The ideal candidate will have completed coursework in international affairs, social sciences, economics, policy studies, regional studies, or pre-law. Applicants with international experience and foreign language skills, particularly French, are preferred. Successful applicants will be bright, highly motivated individuals with a strong academic track record and an enthusiastic interest in the rule of law. Candidates should also be committed to the WJP's mission and principles (www.worldjusticeproject.org).
The successful candidate will have a strong research background and ability to manage large databases, excellent oral and written communication skills, sound analytical skills, strong attention to detail, ability to communicate in a professional manner with senior level professionals both in writing and over the phone, and strong skills in Microsoft Word and Excel. In addition, the candidate will require the ability to work independently as well as in group settings, manage his or her own workload, and be able to prioritize multiple tasks and work under deadline pressure.
How to Apply:
The World Justice Project is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.
Please email a cover letter, resume, a writing sample not exceeding 5 pages, and reference information (1-3 reference contact information, past supervisors and employers preferred) to ruleoflawindex@wjpnet.org with subject line "ROL INDEX SPRING 2012 INTERNSHIP". Please send all application documents at once. Application deadline is rolling. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.
Website and CRM Redesign
The World Justice Project (WJP) seeks to redevelop, retool and redesign its website to meet industry standards, capture a larger audience group, and serve the WJP’s internal organizational purposes.
The WJP’s current, Drupal based website is not easily updatable, does not accommodate a lot of modern web technologies, and is not adaptable. We desire a new site with a completely new architecture, design, and Drupal theme.
We are also seeking to set up a database system that will interact with the website and serve our external communications and our internal work processes we currently have a basic framework for a CiviCRM. We are looking to expand this or relocate to another platform.
