UNIVERSITY OF THE WITWATERSRAND, JOHANNESBURG FACULTY OF COMMERCE, LAW AND MANAGEMENT    LAW & TREATMENT ACCESS UNIT, AIDS LAW PROJECT CENTRE FOR APPLIED LEGAL STUDIES     The AIDS Law Project, a grant funded unit at the Centre for Applied Legal Studies, has contract posts for up to two years for a researcher (based in Johannesburg) and a researcher/associate researcher (based in Cape Town) in its Law & Treatment Access Unit (LTAU) from 1 April 2005 or as soon as possible thereafter.  These are challenging positions and the successful applicants must be able to work quickly, under pressure and as part of a team.                      RESEARCHER – HEALTH SYSTEMS PROGRAMME (BASED IN JOHANNESBURG)   Qualifications:  A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree.  Experience as an admitted attorney or an advocate of the High Court is recommended, as is a master’s degree in law, public health and/or the social sciences.   Duties:  The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting research to support the LTAU’s health systems programme, which aims to provide research, education, advice and litigation services to ensure a rights-based approach to public health issues and health sector transformation.    The incumbent will also be required to represent the LTAU at various seminars and public speaking engagements, and to participate in developing and implementing the LTAU’s strategic litigation plan, which includes conducting legal action on behalf of the Treatment Action Campaign (TAC).   Experience:  Prior experience in human rights work, HIV/AIDS and/or public health and legal research would be a strong recommendation.  A background in advocacy would also be a strong recommendation.   RESEARCHER/ASSOCIATE RESEARCHER – ANTIRETROVIRAL TREATMENT PLAN MONITORING PROGRAMME (BASED IN CAPE TOWN)   Qualifications:  A degree in law and/or the social sciences is recommended.  The suitable candidate should have a driver’s licence and be proficient in English and at least one other official South African language.  Fluency in at least two African languages is recommended.   Duties:  The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting research and outreach to support the LTAU’s antiretroviral treatment plan monitoring programme, working in consultation with the TAC and other relevant stakeholders.  This programme aims to provide research, education, advice and litigation services to ensure the successful implementation of the Operational Plan for Comprehensive HIV and AIDS Care, Management and Treatment for South Africa.    The incumbent will also be required to represent the LTAU at various seminars and public speaking engagements, and to participate in developing and implementing the LTAU’s strategic litigation plan, which includes conducting legal action on behalf of the TAC.   Experience:  Prior experience in human rights work, HIV/AIDS and/or research would be a strong recommendation.  A background in advocacy would be advantageous.   FOR BOTH POSTS:   Remuneration:  Dependent on experience and qualifications.  The package includes a provident fund, medical aid and bonus.   Enquiries:  Tahera Timol (011) 717-8621   To apply:  Submit a detailed CV with names, addresses and contact numbers of 3 referees (as well as e-mail addresses) and certified copies of degrees to: Mrs. Rosemary Cooper, Human Resources Officer, Faculty of Commerce, Law & Management, University of the Witwatersrand, Private Bag 3, WITS, 2050; e-mail: cooperr@hr.wits.ac.za; fax no: (011) 717-8170.    Please state clearly which post you are applying for.    CLOSING DATE:  28 FEBRUARY 2005 (REF: M/G589)