Job opening: Project Manager, ABA Asia Law Initiative

I have been asked to post the following job announcement. Please note the very short deadline for applications: January 19th.

American Bar Association
Asia Law Initiative
Project Manager Position Opening

The Asia Law Initiative of the American Bar Association (ABA-Asia) is a public service project that provides technical assistance in support of law reform in Asia.  ABA-Asia seeks candidates to fill a Project Manager position based in ABA-Asia’s Washington, D.C. office.  The Project Manager develops, obtains outside funding for, and implements projects and activities in various Asian countries, including China.  Some travel to the region is required.  Qualified candidates will possess: (1) a Juris Doctor Degree; (2) at least five years of practical legal experience, including a minimum of one year working on donor-funded international legal reform programs; (3) excellent writing and editing skills; (4) proficiency in the Chinese language; and (5) knowledge of Asian (particularly, Chinese) history, geography, and politics.  Salary is in the high $60’s, excellent benefits are provided.

Interested individuals should send resume, cover letter and references to Ms. Allison Fayle, at: faylea@staff.abanet.org no later than Friday, January 19, 2007.  ABA-Asia will contact only those candidates whom it selects for interviews.