Outreach Officer

Position Overview
Justice 48 is seeking passionate and proactive Outreach Volunteers to help expand our network, strengthen partnerships, and support our mission of improving access to legal knowledge and justice-related initiatives. The Outreach Volunteer will serve as a bridge between Justice 48 and external organizations, legal professionals, researchers, and community partners.


Key Responsibilities
Partnership Development
- Identify and connect with organizations, nonprofits, universities, legal clinics, and institutions whose missions align with Justice 48.
- Build and maintain professional relationships with justice-focused organizations across different regions.
- Assist in establishing collaborations, partnerships, and joint initiatives.

Data Collection and Research
- Collect and organize information, reports, and resources from partner organizations and relevant government/non-government institutions.
- Conduct outreach research to identify potential collaborators, funding opportunities, and community needs.
- Maintain accurate records of organizational contacts and partnership activities.

Legal and Research Coordination
- Work closely with legal representatives, legal researchers, and subject matter experts within Justice 48.
- Facilitate communication between external organizations and Justice 48's legal and research teams.
- Support the exchange of knowledge, research findings, and legal resources.

Community Engagement and Representation
- Represent Justice 48 professionally in meetings, online events, and networking opportunities.
- Promote Justice 48's mission, projects, and initiatives to external stakeholders.
- Assist in organizing outreach campaigns, webinars, workshops, and collaborative events.

Strategic Outreach
- Develop strategies to expand Justice 48's network and visibility.
- Identify opportunities for partnerships with universities, law firms, NGOs, research institutes, and civic organizations.
- Provide recommendations on how Justice 48 can better engage with legal and justice communities.


Qualifications and Expectations
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Professional and respectful approach to relationship-building.
- Interest in law, justice, human rights, public policy, or social impact initiatives.
- Strong research and organizational abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a remote team.
- Comfortable communicating with professionals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
- Commitment to confidentiality and ethical handling of information.
- Ability to take initiative and proactively identify new opportunities.

Qualities of an Excellent Outreach Volunteer
- Is an excellent network builder and communicator.
- Is proactive and comfortable initiating conversations with organizations and professionals.
- Thinks strategically about partnerships and long-term collaborations.
- Demonstrates professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail.
- Is curious, adaptable, and eager to learn about legal and justice issues.
- Possesses diplomacy and cultural sensitivity when working with international partners.
- Can translate relationships into meaningful opportunities that advance Justice 48's mission.