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Job Code Title: INVESTIGATOR
Department/Office: International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals
Duty Station: ARUSHA
Posting Period: 16 August 2018 - 14 September 2018
Job Opening Number: 18-Investigation-RMT-102408-R-Arusha (R)
Staffing Exercise N/A
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Org. Setting and Reporting
The post is located in the Office of the Prosecutor
(OTP) of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals
(IRMCT), Arusha Branch. The incumbent will work under the supervision of
the Prosecutor, Senior Legal Officer, Head of Tracking and/or Legal
Officers.
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Responsibilities
The incumbent will perform the following duties:
•Conducts investigations as required in all cases falling within the Mechanism’s mandate.
•Is responsible for the professional planning and conduct of investigations assigned to him or her.
•Provides investigative support (including giving evidence as required) to trials and appeals and any other case-related matters arising before the Mechanism, Arusha Branch, such as preparation of investigative and prosecutorial files for outstanding fugitives, applications for review, applications for referral of cases to national jurisdictions, contempt of court and arrests of fugitives.
•Undertakes travel to support the work outlined above, which may include witness interviews, recording statements from witnesses, opening new lines of investigation, arresting fugitives and investigating new evidence submitted or identifying rebuttal evidence as part of appeal or review processes.
•Collects information and data that would contribute to locating and arresting fugitives. In this regard, maintains confidential sources and contacts according to standard operating procedures in force and ensures that the actions taken do not compromise the safety of witnesses, informants or sources.
•Reviews intelligence and analytical work product to determine further investigative actions.
•Coordinates, as necessary, with governments, local and international non-governmental organizations and other agencies in the conduct of investigations, to solicit information, including for the purposes of locating and arresting fugitives.
•Is responsible for operating within the scope of Standard Operating Procedures of the Office of the Prosecutor and the applicable law(s).
•Records victims and witness statements and collates evidence or other materials obtained during investigations, ensures the proper chain of custody of evidence or other materials and takes responsibility for entering statements, evidence or other materials in the OTP’s evidence collection as well as generally ensuring the safe-keeping of all evidence, statements and other relevant materials.
•Prepares mission orders/requests and reports after each field mission.
•Effectively coordinates activities of an investigations team during field missions, including during the arrest of fugitives.
•Reviews incoming material for disclosure.
•Maintains cordial and cooperative relations with national, regional and international investigative/prosecuting authorities and assists their relevant officers, pursuant to official requests by them, in their search for relevant materials for national prosecution(s).
•Proposes and/or implements systems and procedures to ensure that investigations are conducted professionally, efficiently and effectively.
•Performs other functions as directed by the Prosecutor, Senior Legal Officer, Head of Tracking and/or senior lawyer in charge of the case.
•Assists and supports the work of the OTP as required.
•Conducts investigations as required in all cases falling within the Mechanism’s mandate.
•Is responsible for the professional planning and conduct of investigations assigned to him or her.
•Provides investigative support (including giving evidence as required) to trials and appeals and any other case-related matters arising before the Mechanism, Arusha Branch, such as preparation of investigative and prosecutorial files for outstanding fugitives, applications for review, applications for referral of cases to national jurisdictions, contempt of court and arrests of fugitives.
•Undertakes travel to support the work outlined above, which may include witness interviews, recording statements from witnesses, opening new lines of investigation, arresting fugitives and investigating new evidence submitted or identifying rebuttal evidence as part of appeal or review processes.
•Collects information and data that would contribute to locating and arresting fugitives. In this regard, maintains confidential sources and contacts according to standard operating procedures in force and ensures that the actions taken do not compromise the safety of witnesses, informants or sources.
•Reviews intelligence and analytical work product to determine further investigative actions.
•Coordinates, as necessary, with governments, local and international non-governmental organizations and other agencies in the conduct of investigations, to solicit information, including for the purposes of locating and arresting fugitives.
•Is responsible for operating within the scope of Standard Operating Procedures of the Office of the Prosecutor and the applicable law(s).
•Records victims and witness statements and collates evidence or other materials obtained during investigations, ensures the proper chain of custody of evidence or other materials and takes responsibility for entering statements, evidence or other materials in the OTP’s evidence collection as well as generally ensuring the safe-keeping of all evidence, statements and other relevant materials.
•Prepares mission orders/requests and reports after each field mission.
•Effectively coordinates activities of an investigations team during field missions, including during the arrest of fugitives.
•Reviews incoming material for disclosure.
•Maintains cordial and cooperative relations with national, regional and international investigative/prosecuting authorities and assists their relevant officers, pursuant to official requests by them, in their search for relevant materials for national prosecution(s).
•Proposes and/or implements systems and procedures to ensure that investigations are conducted professionally, efficiently and effectively.
•Performs other functions as directed by the Prosecutor, Senior Legal Officer, Head of Tracking and/or senior lawyer in charge of the case.
•Assists and supports the work of the OTP as required.
Competencies
•Professionalism:
Knowledge of techniques for contacting, recruiting and managing
sources. Knowledge of carrying out a criminal investigation for the
purpose of locating outstanding fugitives. Knowledge of criminal
investigation techniques, and particularly use of analysis in complex
investigations. Knowledge of procedures and experience in preparing
witnesses and evidence for judicial proceedings, particularly in the
context of the former ICTR. Ability to adapt to changing circumstances
and conditions during the course of an investigation and ability to
modify procedures and methodologies accordingly. Ability to think
clearly and logically and analyze complex and obscure data from a myriad
of sources. Sound knowledge of and practical experience in the use of
internal guidelines on the management, and protection of confidential
sources. Good computer skills and ability to use software applications
relevant to criminal investigations. Shows pride in work and in
achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of
subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments,
observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional
rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with
difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring
the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
•Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
•Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
Read Also: •Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
•Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
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Education
Advanced
university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Criminology,
Criminal Investigations, Criminal Justice or related field. A
first-level university degree or equivalent training/diploma in criminal
investigations techniques from a recognized public police academy
combined with (2) two years qualifying experience in criminal
investigation techniques may be accepted in lieu of the advanced
university degree.
Work Experience
At
least five years of progressively responsible experience in criminal
investigations or law enforcement, including substantial experience at
the international level. Substantive participation in complex, long-term
criminal investigations, especially of violent crimes is required.
Experience in recruiting and managing sources and in tracking of
fugitives as well as in preparing witnesses and evidence for judicial
proceedings is also required. Relevant experience at the ICTY and/or
ICTR and a good understanding of the Rwandan genocide are highly
desirable. Languages
Fluency in one of the working languages of the Mechanism, English or French, (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of the other would be an asset.
Assessment
There may be a technical test followed by a competency-based interview.
Special Notice
The
appointment is limited to the International Residual Mechanism for
Criminal Tribunals. Appointment of the successful candidate on this
position will be limited to the initial funding of the post. Extension
of the appointment is subject to the extension of the mandate and/or the
availability of funds. As the international tribunals are not
integrated in the Secretariat, UN Staff Members serve on assignment or
secondment from their parent department/office if selected.
Appointments of staff members in the United Nations are subject to the
authority of the Secretary-General. Staff Members are expected to move
periodically to new functions in accordance with established rules and
procedures, and may in this context be reassigned by the
Secretary-General throughout the Organization based on the changing
needs and mandates.NOTE FOR PREVIOUSLY ROSTERED CANDIDATES
Roster candidates must express their interest and availability for published job openings by submitting an updated PHP and cover letter.
The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
United Nations Considerations
According
to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the
paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity
of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and
integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the
United Nations if they have committed violations of international human
rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual
exploitation or sexual abuse, or crimes other than minor traffic
offences, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have
been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual
exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of
vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes,
including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or
politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual
abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual
nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions.
Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines.
Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines.
Applicants must provide
complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile
and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to
be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition,
deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that
have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for
selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information
provided in the application.
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