Overall responsibilities of the role
FLAC is seeking a dynamic individual to lead the development of FLAC’s pro bono work including the fostering of a culture of pro bono among the legal professions in Ireland, to build and maintain stakeholder relationships to ensure the sustainability and development of the PILA Alliance and the pro bono referral scheme, to facilitate manage and develop the pro bono pledge and to identify and advocate in relation to barriers to public interest law work in Ireland.

Specific Duties:
Identifying and securing funding to secure the work of FLAC’s Public Interest Law work including the Pro-bono Referral Scheme into the future;
Addressing the sustainability of the Alliance through working closely with the professional bodies, law firms, lawyers, clearing houses and other stakeholders;
Building and developing a strong Alliance committed to using and further developing public interest law in Ireland;
Explore and develop mechanisms to develop a referral scheme for individuals;
Managing and developing the pro bono pledge;
Identify strategic litigation for FLAC;
Implementing the relevant objectives in FLAC’s strategic plans;
Development of communications including PILA Bulletin and work with the FLAC communications team to promote FLAC’s pro bono work;
Complying with FLAC’s Health and Safety Policies and Procedures;
Any other duties as may be required from time to time in connection with this position.

Person Specification
The successful candidate will have:
A degree in law or a related field.
Experience as a solicitor or barrister is desirable.
Knowledge of the legal professions and NGO sectors
Relevant work experience, preferably in a legal or NGO environment.
A self-starter with a strong work ethic and a passion for social justice.
Experience and knowledge of pro bono work/clearing house models.
Proven ability to form and maintain diverse strategic relationships and work in a collaboratve way
Excellent people skills, including organising and networking.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including research and writing.
Strong knowledge of access to justice issues, public interest law and human rights.
Salary is commensurate with experience.

Closing dates for receipt of applications is 6th June 2023. A CV and covering letter should be sent to recruitment@flac.ie. FLAC is an equal opportunities employer.