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PRESIDENTIAL MANAGEMENT FELLOWS (PMF) PROGRAM [APPLICATION WINDOW: OCTOBER 1-15, 2014]
The PMF Program Office invites interested applicants to join them for two upcoming webcasts, conducted through Adobe Connect, to provide information for the Class of 2015 PMF application.
- Tuesday, September 30, 2014 from 3 P.M. – 4:30 P.M. (ET): A one-time Applicant Information Session that will focus on a general overview of the PMF Program, the 2015 PMF application, and a panel of current Fellows offering their advice and experiences. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions throughout the presentation.
- Wednesday, October 8 from 1:30 P.M. – 3:30 P.M. (ET): A Q&A session where applicants may submit questions regarding the 2015 PMF application cycle.
These webcasts will be conducted on-line through Adobe Connect and will have dedicated PMF Program Office staff to answer questions. Applicants can connect @ opm.adobeconnect.com/pmfapplicantchat/ and select “Enter as a Guest.” Please note, the audio from the webcasts will be provided through your computer/device audio output.
Adobe Connect computer capability can be tested beforehand by going to opm.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm. Adobe Connect is also supported on mobile devices. For more information, please visit adobe.com/products/adobeconnect/mobile-meetings.html.
*As a reminder, these webcasts are intended for applicants planning to apply to the 2015 PMF application.
Additional information: To learn more about eligibility and how to apply, please review the “Become a PMF” section on the PMF website @ pmf.gov (the 2015 PMF Assessment Preparation Guide has been published to the website)
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FALL 2015 NADINE STROSSEN FELLOWSHIP – AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION FOUNDATION (ACLUF) NATIONAL SECURITY PROJECT, NY [DEADLINE: OCTOBER 15, 2014]
Overview: The National Security Project is part of the ACLU’s Center for Democracy, which works to strengthen democratic institutions and values, and advocates for government transparency and accountability, and to reinforce the United States’ commitment to human rights and the rule of law. The Center for Democracy includes, in addition to the National Security Project, the Human Rights Program, and the Project on Speech, Privacy, and Technology.
The National Security Project is dedicated to ensuring that U.S. national security policies and practices are consistent with the Constitution, civil liberties, and human rights. We believe that our nation’s core democratic values are the foundation of its strength and security, and that our government’s response to national security concerns must comport with those values. Through our litigation and advocacy strategies, we not only respond to specific government measures, but strive also to educate the public and shape the law so that the courts, Congress, and citizenry can serve as an enduring check against abuse. The National Security Project’s litigation and advocacy focuses on issues including: targeted killing, detention, torture, discrimination, government surveillance, censorship, and secrecy.
The Nadine Strossen National Security Fellowship was established in recognition of Nadine Strossen’s outstanding leadership as ACLU President for over 18 years. As the first woman to lead the ACLU, Nadine Strossen has been an important trailblazer for the ACLU and civil liberties. The Fellowship was established through special gifts from longtime civil liberties activist and ACLU National and Affiliate Board leader H. Stewart Dunn, Jr. and other donors.
Roles & Responsibilities: The Nadine Strossen Fellow functions as an integral part of the ACLU’s National Security Project. The Fellow’s responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:
- Conduct legal research and analysis and develop theories to support new litigation projects
- Draft legal memoranda, pleadings, affidavits, motions, and briefs
- Interview witnesses and potential clients
- Participate in discovery and trial practice
- Draft and edit public education and non-litigation advocacy materials
- Provide support to ACLU affiliates
- Help manage summer legal internship program and supervise student interns
- Engage in public speaking and attend meetings and/or conferences as needed
Who: The Fellow is selected from 3L law students or recent graduates
Where: The ACLU National office in New York City
When: 2 years beginning in September 2015
Requirements:
Skills: Applicants must possess:
- J.D. degree or J.D. expected by the Spring of 2015
- A demonstrated commitment to public interest law
- Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills
- A demonstrated ability to conduct complex legal analysis and fact-finding
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work independently as well as within a team
- The initiative to see projects through to completion and to be a self-starter
- Knowledge of and interest in civil liberties issues related to national security is preferred, but not required
Submission components: (1) Cover letter, (2) resume, (3) 2 letters of recommendation, and (4) at least 1 legal writing sample (preferably unedited by anyone other than the applicant)
Send to: hrjobsNSP@aclu.org (reference [LGLF-61] in the subject line and please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this opportunity)
Complete details: Available @ aclu.org/job/fall-2015-nadine-strossen-fellowship-acluf-national-security-project-ny
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