Posting Title: PROTECTION OFFICER, P3
Job Code Title: PROTECTION OF CIVILIANS OFFICER
Department/ Office: International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals
Duty Station: ARUSHA
Posting Period: 1 October 2014-31 October 2014
Job Opening number: 14-HRA-RMT-37772-R-ARUSHA (R)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Special Notice
The appointment is limited to the Mechanism for International 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.
Org. Setting and Reporting
This position is located in the Witness Support and Protection (WISP) Unit, Office of the Registrar, Arusha Branch, Registry and will report to the WISP Chief of Operations.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the WISP Chief of Operations, the incumbent is responsible for assisting in the design, development and overall implementation of policies, programmes and operations for the protection and support of victims and witnesses under the competence of the MICT. The incumbent assists with oversight of the operations of the WISP Sub-Office in Kigali Rwanda in all matters pertaining to the protection and support of witnesses residing in Rwanda.
The incumbent is responsible for the following specific activities:
Protection and Support Activities:
Make recommendations and assist in planning adequate protective and support measures necessary for the protection, safety and well-being of victims and witnesses;
Plan and provide adequate protective operations which aim to ensure the security, safety and well-being of all witnesses, bring relief to witnesses in difficulty and facilitate their movement and availability prior to, during and following their testimony;
Plan and ensure the implementation of protective measures ordered by the Chambers for witnesses who appeared before the ICTR and/or the MICT;
Assist in designing and implementing specific protection programmes; review and advice on requests for extrajudicial protective measures, including adoption of best security approaches related to the protection of witnesses;
Assess witness security situations and make regular threat assessments in collaboration with other staff, local and international bodies;
Represent the Chief of Operations, when and if necessary, in discussions and review of witness protection matters raised by Trial Chambers;
Obtain, organize, check and preserve highly confidential information and documents from various sources in order to develop an information data base system on issues related to the victims and witnesses; Ensure maintenance of up-to-date detailed computerized records and safekeeping of individual cases; Maintain at all times, strict confidentiality about all matters pertaining to victims and witnesses ;
Prepare information materials for victims and witnesses, organize briefings, and conduct Court familiarization sessions in order to prepare witnesses for court appearance;
Provide victims and witnesses with information about the ICTR and the MICT and promote a better understanding of their aims and activities, the court proceedings, and the role of the witnesses before the Chambers;
Prepare analytical reports on the protection and support services provided to victims and witnesses, including specific reports of particular facts, incidents and events relevant to witness support and protection programmes and measures;
Assist in coordinating and supervising the protection activities in Rwanda and Tanzania by supervising the daily work of the Security Officers assigned to WISP.
Coordination and Liaison Duties
Assist the Chief of Operations in establishing and maintaining contacts: between WISP, the Kigali sub-office and other units of MICT, ICTR and ICTY; between WISP and other UN agencies, NGOs, humanitarian agencies, and relevant national political, administrative, judicial and security agencies;
Liaise with parties, witnesses, relevant national law enforcement agencies, and governmental and non-governmental organizations (local and International) to obtain assistance and cooperation in the establishment of appropriate protective measures in countries where witnesses reside as well as during their presence at the seat of the Mechanism;
Advise the Chief of Operations on administrative, financial/budgetary and operational matters including drafting budgetary requirements for direct witness expenses, reports on accounts relating to spending on staff and witness travel, accommodation, loss of wages, witness relocation expenses; Liaise with Administration on financial and administrative matters pertaining to WISP activities while adhering to UN policies and internal controls;
Provide regular reports of operations to the Chief of Operations, and perform any other duties as required.
Competencies
Core Competencies:
• Professionalism – Thorough and demonstrated knowledge in the area of victim and witness protection matters, threat assessment and implementation of witness protection programmes, combined with solid operational police or military experience. Knowledge of the Rwandan environment, culture and historical background. Ability to deal with witnesses in stressful circumstances and conditions. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. 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.
• Planning and Organization – Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed policy and operational 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.
• Accountability – Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organisational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
• Judgement/Decision-making – Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers relevant information before making a decision; considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organisation; proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; checks assumptions against facts; determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions when necessary.
• Building Trust – Provides an environment in which others can talk and act without fear of repercussion; manages in a deliberate and predictable way; operates with transparency; has no hidden agenda; places confidence in colleagues, staff members and clients; gives proper credit to others; follows through on agreed upon actions; treats sensitive or confidential information appropriately.
Education
Advanced university degree in Criminology, Social Sciences, Law or any other relevant degree. A police or military academy degree equivalent to a first level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree. Relevant law enforcement or formal government qualification, training and experience in lieu of a university degree with additional qualifying experience may be accepted.
Work Experience
Minimum of five years of relevant experience in witness support and protection programmes related to judicial institutions. Operational experience at the international level working with refugees or other victims or witnesses to human rights or criminal abuses is required. Experience in dealing with law enforcement agencies on the African continent, particularly in the Great Lakes Region is desirable. Experience with International Courts or Tribunals is an asset..
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the Mechanism. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Working knowledge of French is highly desirable. Working knowledge of Kinyarwanda and/or Swahili is also desirable.
Assessment Method
There may be a technical test followed by a competency-based interview.
United Nations Considerations
Job openings posted on the Careers Portal are taken off at midnight (New York time) on the deadline date.
Applications are automatically pre-screened according to the published evaluation criteria of the job opening on the basis of the information provided by applicants. Applications cannot be amended following submission and incomplete applications shall not be considered. The selected candidate will be subject to a reference checking process to verify the information provided in the application.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” on the upper right side of the browser on Inspira.
The United Nations shall place 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. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
Job Code Title: PROTECTION OF CIVILIANS OFFICER
Department/ Office: International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals
Duty Station: ARUSHA
Posting Period: 1 October 2014-31 October 2014
Job Opening number: 14-HRA-RMT-37772-R-ARUSHA (R)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Special Notice
The appointment is limited to the Mechanism for International 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.
Org. Setting and Reporting
This position is located in the Witness Support and Protection (WISP) Unit, Office of the Registrar, Arusha Branch, Registry and will report to the WISP Chief of Operations.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the WISP Chief of Operations, the incumbent is responsible for assisting in the design, development and overall implementation of policies, programmes and operations for the protection and support of victims and witnesses under the competence of the MICT. The incumbent assists with oversight of the operations of the WISP Sub-Office in Kigali Rwanda in all matters pertaining to the protection and support of witnesses residing in Rwanda.
The incumbent is responsible for the following specific activities:
Protection and Support Activities:
Make recommendations and assist in planning adequate protective and support measures necessary for the protection, safety and well-being of victims and witnesses;
Plan and provide adequate protective operations which aim to ensure the security, safety and well-being of all witnesses, bring relief to witnesses in difficulty and facilitate their movement and availability prior to, during and following their testimony;
Plan and ensure the implementation of protective measures ordered by the Chambers for witnesses who appeared before the ICTR and/or the MICT;
Assist in designing and implementing specific protection programmes; review and advice on requests for extrajudicial protective measures, including adoption of best security approaches related to the protection of witnesses;
Assess witness security situations and make regular threat assessments in collaboration with other staff, local and international bodies;
Represent the Chief of Operations, when and if necessary, in discussions and review of witness protection matters raised by Trial Chambers;
Obtain, organize, check and preserve highly confidential information and documents from various sources in order to develop an information data base system on issues related to the victims and witnesses; Ensure maintenance of up-to-date detailed computerized records and safekeeping of individual cases; Maintain at all times, strict confidentiality about all matters pertaining to victims and witnesses ;
Prepare information materials for victims and witnesses, organize briefings, and conduct Court familiarization sessions in order to prepare witnesses for court appearance;
Provide victims and witnesses with information about the ICTR and the MICT and promote a better understanding of their aims and activities, the court proceedings, and the role of the witnesses before the Chambers;
Prepare analytical reports on the protection and support services provided to victims and witnesses, including specific reports of particular facts, incidents and events relevant to witness support and protection programmes and measures;
Assist in coordinating and supervising the protection activities in Rwanda and Tanzania by supervising the daily work of the Security Officers assigned to WISP.
Coordination and Liaison Duties
Assist the Chief of Operations in establishing and maintaining contacts: between WISP, the Kigali sub-office and other units of MICT, ICTR and ICTY; between WISP and other UN agencies, NGOs, humanitarian agencies, and relevant national political, administrative, judicial and security agencies;
Liaise with parties, witnesses, relevant national law enforcement agencies, and governmental and non-governmental organizations (local and International) to obtain assistance and cooperation in the establishment of appropriate protective measures in countries where witnesses reside as well as during their presence at the seat of the Mechanism;
Advise the Chief of Operations on administrative, financial/budgetary and operational matters including drafting budgetary requirements for direct witness expenses, reports on accounts relating to spending on staff and witness travel, accommodation, loss of wages, witness relocation expenses; Liaise with Administration on financial and administrative matters pertaining to WISP activities while adhering to UN policies and internal controls;
Provide regular reports of operations to the Chief of Operations, and perform any other duties as required.
Competencies
Core Competencies:
• Professionalism – Thorough and demonstrated knowledge in the area of victim and witness protection matters, threat assessment and implementation of witness protection programmes, combined with solid operational police or military experience. Knowledge of the Rwandan environment, culture and historical background. Ability to deal with witnesses in stressful circumstances and conditions. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. 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.
• Planning and Organization – Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed policy and operational 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.
• Accountability – Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organisational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
• Judgement/Decision-making – Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers relevant information before making a decision; considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organisation; proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; checks assumptions against facts; determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions when necessary.
• Building Trust – Provides an environment in which others can talk and act without fear of repercussion; manages in a deliberate and predictable way; operates with transparency; has no hidden agenda; places confidence in colleagues, staff members and clients; gives proper credit to others; follows through on agreed upon actions; treats sensitive or confidential information appropriately.
Education
Advanced university degree in Criminology, Social Sciences, Law or any other relevant degree. A police or military academy degree equivalent to a first level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree. Relevant law enforcement or formal government qualification, training and experience in lieu of a university degree with additional qualifying experience may be accepted.
Work Experience
Minimum of five years of relevant experience in witness support and protection programmes related to judicial institutions. Operational experience at the international level working with refugees or other victims or witnesses to human rights or criminal abuses is required. Experience in dealing with law enforcement agencies on the African continent, particularly in the Great Lakes Region is desirable. Experience with International Courts or Tribunals is an asset..
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the Mechanism. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Working knowledge of French is highly desirable. Working knowledge of Kinyarwanda and/or Swahili is also desirable.
Assessment Method
There may be a technical test followed by a competency-based interview.
United Nations Considerations
Job openings posted on the Careers Portal are taken off at midnight (New York time) on the deadline date.
Applications are automatically pre-screened according to the published evaluation criteria of the job opening on the basis of the information provided by applicants. Applications cannot be amended following submission and incomplete applications shall not be considered. The selected candidate will be subject to a reference checking process to verify the information provided in the application.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” on the upper right side of the browser on Inspira.
The United Nations shall place 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. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
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