DEADLINE: 06/07/2024
Title: Casework Administrator
Company: Redeem International
About Redeem International: Redeem International, founded in 2020, is committed to protecting widows and orphans from violent abuse and exploitation in the developing world.
Description: Redeem International is seeking a Casework Administrator to support attorneys in representing victims and enhancing law enforcement capacity. This role involves data management, paralegal support, and fostering a positive work environment.
Responsibilities:
- Data Management & Reporting:
- Collaborate on monitoring & reporting strategies.
- Manage the case management system.
- Analyze and report on casework data.
- Maintain physical and electronic case files.
- Prepare internal and external reports.
- Support leadership in tracking key indicators.
- Paralegal Support:
- Manage casework workflow.
- Assist in developing intervention strategies.
- Research and draft legal documents.
- File and track legal documents with courts.
- Assist clients in obtaining legal documents (e.g., land titles).
- Interview potential clients and screen cases.
- Prepare attorneys for legal proceedings.
- Maintain a law library with updated resources.
- Optional: Serve as a bailiff or process server.
- Miscellaneous:
- Communicate with donors, supporters, and media.
- Contribute to organizational systems and policies.
- Participate in professional development and spiritual formation.
- Support other Redeem teams.
- Identify areas for casework improvement.
- Perform clerical duties as needed.
Recruiting Profile: We seek a highly skilled and responsible individual with a Christian faith who embodies our core values: love, efficiency, results, and joy.
Qualifications:
- Experience:
- Required: Ugandan Law Council recognized law diploma (not a degree).
- Required: 2+ years supporting criminal/civil litigation practice.
- Required: Data entry and management experience.
- Preferred: Criminal justice, M&E, or development degree/experience.
- Preferred: Experience with cloud-based data collection tools.
- Preferred: Experience in start-up, international, or faith-based organizations.
- Preferred: Experience working with Ugandan law enforcement (JLOS).
- Skills:
- Required: Fluency in English and Lusoga (written & oral).
- Required: Computer literacy (word processing, email, etc.).
- Preferred: Proficiency in Google Business Suite and project management tools.
- Preferred: Legal reading, writing, and analysis skills.
- Preferred: Public speaking or teaching skills.
- Attributes:
- Required: Mature Christian faith.
- Required: High integrity and trustworthiness.
- Required: Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
- Required: Excellent judgment and ethical decision-making.
- Required: Problem-solving skills in complex situations.
- Required: Persistence, tenacity, and commitment to deadlines.
- Required: Service-oriented with a love-motivated work ethic.
Location: The Casework Administrator will be based in Iganga (Iganga, Namutamba, Luuka), Uganda, with occasional travel throughout the country.
How to Apply: Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume via the application link.
