Resident Legal Advisor, Niger

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Resident Legal Advisor, Niger

04/30/2020 01:19 PM EDT

Criminal Division (CRM)
Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development Assistance and Training
Niamey
Announcement #: 20-CRM-DET-028
Application Deadline: June 1, 2020

The Resident Legal Advisor (RLA) will work under the auspices of the United States Embassy in Niamey, Niger, representing the Department of Justice and OPDAT in the implementation of the OPDAT-Niger justice sector assistance program.  The RLA will develop capacity building programs and mentor justice sector personnel, with a focus on strengthening Niger's criminal justice sector capacity to combat terrorism.  The RLA will work closely with law enforcement and the judiciary, as well as government institutions, such as the Ministry of Justice.  The RLA will work on promoting interagency coordination and communication among those institutions participating in rule of law development efforts.  The RLA will be expected to provide analysis of and advice on legislation relating to countering terrorism, including the criminal code, criminal procedure code, and other laws and regulations, with the goal of strengthening compliance with international standards and norms.  The position will also involve coordination with other OPDAT assistance programs in the region.

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