Vacancy: Criminal Defence Solicitor (Belfast), McCann & McCann Solicitors

Applicants are required to have strong advocacy skills and experience in criminal defence, to attend prisons and parole hearings, have at least 1-year PQE and experience in this field and remuneration commensurate with experience but also in line with current pay structures in commercial firms. Deadline: 10 June at 23.59. Click here for more information in Irish Legal News. 

Vacancy: State Solicitor Higher-Litigation (CSSO)

The Chief State Solicitor’s Office (CSSO) currently has vacancies for State Solicitors Higher-Litigation. The State Solicitor Higher-Litigation will be an integral part of the senior management structure of the CSSO and be responsible for guiding, assisting and overseeing work in their Section. They will also have responsibility for the carriage of senior file work such as complex or high-profile legal case files. Deadline: Thursday 19 June at 3pm. Click here for more details.

Vacancy: Seconded National Expert in the CBRN & Explosives Team (European Counter Terrorism Centre)

The SNE will contribute to the work of the team by providing expertise related to explosives, explosive precursors, improvised explosives devices, military ordnance and Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) materials. Deadline 23 June at 23:59. Click here for more information.

Vacancy: Traineeship of Legal Service (The European Public Prosecutor’s Office)

The European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) is seeking applications for the position of traineeship for the Legal Service. Reporting directly to the Head of the Legal Service Sector, you will be responsible for: Contributing to the drafting of legal advice related to the EPPO legal framework and governance structure; Providing assistance in the preparation of legal advice related to all the aspects of the operations and management of the EPPO; Providing input for the preparation of legal acts and opinions related to the functioning of the EPPO, including on matters related to human resources, administration, contract and procurement; Providing tailored responses to ad-hoc research requests received from lawyers in the Legal Service. Deadline: 23 June at 23:59. Click here for details. 

Vacancy: Head of Unit Administration (European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights)

The European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Head of Administration to lead and continuously modernise its core administrative services. Reporting directly to the Director, this key middle management role is vital to ensuring high standards of good administration across the agency — defined by transparency, efficiency, service orientation, and responsiveness. The post covers a broad portfolio of responsibilities, including human resources, finance, procurement, legal affairs, unit’s planning, digital services, security, facilities and quality management, and involves close cooperation with the Director, and the middle management team. Deadline: 30 June at 13:00. Click here for more information.

Vacancy: Seconded National Expert in the EU Internet Referral Unit (Europol)

The Seconded National Expert (SNE) will be assigned to the Terrorist Propaganda Analysis & Referrals in the EU Internet Referral Unit (EU IRU) of the European Counter Terrorism Centre, Operations Directorate. The SNE will be responsible for supporting the prevention of violent extremist and terrorist abuse of online service providers. Deadline: 2 July, 23:59 Amsterdam Time Zone. For more information click here.

Study: Human Rights Education for Legal Professionals (HELP)

HELP is the main educational Programme of the Council of Europe for legal professionals. Its aim is to train judges, prosecutors and lawyers, but also other professionals, where relevant, on European human rights standards. As well as the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) and the case-law of the European Court of Human Rights, HELP covers other Council of Europe instruments such as the European Social Charter or CoE Conventions in key areas like data protection, violence against women or bioethics. A wide array of courses including: Access to Justice for Women; Alternative Measures to Detention and Community Sanctions; Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights; Child–friendly Justice; Cybercrime and Electronic Evidence; Ethics for Judges, Prosecutors and Lawyers; International Cooperation in Criminal Matters; Judges Upholding the Rule of Law; Judicial reasoning and Human Rights; Managing Foreign Prisoners (EuroPris); Personal Data Protection in Publication of Judicial Decisions; Transitional Justice and Human Rights; Violence Against Women and Domestic Violence for Law Enforcement. In order to access them, you will need to log in to your HELP account (click here to create/login to your HELP account). To view the catalogue of courses click here. 

Vacancy: International Protection Panel and Repatriation Panel 

The International Protection Office is seeking Expressions of Interest for assignment to the International Protection Panel and Repatriation Panel. There is currently no closing date for submitting an application however the IPO/ ISD may introduce a closing date at a later stage, if necessary. Click here for more information on Gov.ie website.    

Volunteer: Victim Support at Court 

Victim Support at Court, or V-SAC, is the only voluntary service in Ireland dedicated solely to court accompaniment for victims of crime, their families and witnesses. V-SAC's volunteers are extremely important to the support that given to victims and witnesses. Volunteers are provided with training and support to carry out the work effectively. Find out about being a volunteer here, and fill out a volunteer application form here.

ACJRD Newsletter and notice submissions

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