Fellowship Program at the PCA Mauritius Office
The Fellowship Program at the office of the Permanent Court of Arbitration (“PCA”) in Mauritius offers recent law graduates and young legal professionals the opportunity to work at an international arbitration institution for one year. Over the course of the year, the Fellow will gain experience in all of the operations of the PCA’s International Bureau and the PCA Mauritius Office, with an emphasis on both the practical and legal aspects of international arbitration. The Fellow will hold the title of Assistant Legal Counsel.
Qualifications
- A law degree that qualifies the applicant to apply for bar admission in Mauritius (through examination, traineeship, or otherwise) is a minimum requirement. The program is open to applicants whose qualifications exceed this minimum requirement (e.g., advanced law degree candidates and holders, practicing lawyers, and other legal professionals).
- Fluency in English and French are required. Additional language skills are a strong advantage, especially Arabic, Chinese, Russian and Spanish.
- Knowledge of the Mauritius International Arbitration Act 2008 and Mauritian arbitration jurisprudence is an important asset.
- Specialization in international dispute resolution or public international law is an asset.
Dates
Applications must be submitted by Monday, 7 October 2024.
The Fellowship will start on 9 December 2024.
How to Apply
Send an email to [email protected] attaching a single PDF comprising an application package with the following documents in English:
1. A carefully written cover letter that indicates (a) how you expect to benefit from the program; (b) how you can contribute to the PCA’s Mauritius Office; and (c) a brief description of areas of interest and knowledge of law.
2. A curriculum vitae;
3. A letter of recommendation from a professor or senior professional;
4. Copies of academic transcripts (scans or photos are sufficient).
Further Information
Fellowships are awarded to individuals with outstanding academic and/or professional records who meet the qualifications outlined above, and who seek work experience in the field of international arbitration.
The Fellow will receive a monthly stipend. No other remuneration of any kind shall be paid.
The Fellow must have adequate health insurance for the period to be eligible.
If you are selected and you require a travel visa to take up the Fellowship, the PCA will provide documentation in support of your application.
Only applicants invited for an interview will be contacted.
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Background on the Permanent Court of Arbitration
The Permanent Court of Arbitration is an intergovernmental organization established by the 1899 Hague Convention on the Pacific Settlement of International Disputes. The PCA has 123 Contracting Parties. Headquartered at the Peace Palace in The Hague, the Netherlands, the PCA facilitates arbitration, conciliation, fact-finding, and other dispute resolution proceedings among various combinations of States, State entities, intergovernmental organizations, and private parties.
The PCA’s Mauritius Office was established in September 2010 in order to assist with the discharge of the Secretary-General’s functions under the Mauritian International Arbitration Act 2008, and with the promotion of Mauritius as a venue for international arbitration and PCA services throughout the African region. It is established since January 2020 on the Port Louis Waterfront.
More information about the PCA can be found at www.pca-cpa.org.