External Relations Officer, Arusha , Tanzania

Closing date: Tuesday, 5 April 2016

Posting Title: EXTERNAL RELATIONS OFFICER

Job Code Title: EXTERNAL RELATIONS OFFICER

Department/Office: INTERNATIONAL RESIDUAL MECHANISM

Duty Station: ARUSHA

Posting Period: 07 March 2016 - 05 April 2016

Job Opening Number: 56984

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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.

All applications must be submitted through the UN Inspira portal. The Mechanism for International Criminal Tribunals is not able to accept applications for this vacancy via email.Internal applicants may go to https://inspira.un.orgExternal applicants may go to http://careers.un.org

Organizational Setting and Reporting

Organizational setting and Reporting:This position is located in the Registry of the Arusha Branch, Mechanism for International Criminal Tribunals ('Mechanism'). The incumbent will report to the Registry Officer-in-Charge.

Responsibilities

Under the authority of the President and the supervision of the Registrar, the incumbent will implement the Mechanism's public information and external relations activities, including, in particular explaining its legal framework, procedures and decisions at the Arusha Branch. The incumbent will be the focal point for key external stakeholders, advise the President and Registrar on policy and strategy, monitor external communications of the Mechanism's Arusha Branch, disseminate information about the Mechanism to the public, and safeguard the integrity of the Mechanism's institutional communication policy at the Arusha Branch. More specifically, the incumbent will:

• Under the authority of the President, act as the focal point for the Arusha Branch relations with external actors, including UN Member States, in all matters pertaining to the Mechanism (Chambers and Registry). Draft or review correspondence addressed to government officials, UN agencies, NGOs, civil society and the private sector.
• Create, foster and maintain a wide network of contacts and partnerships in the Host State, Rwanda and the Great Lakes region. Key contacts include State authorities and other government bodies, judicial institutions, civil society and non-governmental institutions, professional associations, universities and other educational establishments, victims' associations and citizens at grass roots level.
• Advise the Registrar on the external relations aspects of a wide variety of issues, including enforcement of sentences, witness protection, archives and Host Country related matters, including the construction of facilities, and participate in missions and meetings related to these issues.
• Provide strategic advice to senior Mechanism officials and staff on external relations, public affairs, communication and public relations of the Arusha Branch operations.
• Under the authority of the President, represent the Arusha Branch and/or Mechanism in meetings and conferences; undertake speaking engagements and make presentations to groups on the Mechanism's legal work and activities; organise seminars, lectures, conferences and public events on major issues and events concerning the Mechanism's legal activities.
• In consultation with the President, formulate, develop and advance the Mechanism's communication strategy by identifying key messages to be promoted, as well as target audiences. Develop and implement the Arusha Branch's communications and outreach strategy in the Great Lakes region.
• Under the authority of the President, act as Spokesperson for the President and Registrar of the Mechanism at the Arusha Branch. Subject to the President's authorization, give on-the-record interviews to all media outlets, provide background information, and issue press releases regarding the Arusha Branch. Act as the focal point for journalists seeking information or assistance from the Arusha Branch; provide pertinent information to the media on the legal and other activities through press briefings and other means. Organize and moderate press conferences for senior Mechanism officials including the President, Prosecutor, the Registrar and/or their deputies. Screen interview requests and schedules as required. Supervise media access to the Arusha Branch, both on a day-to-day basis and for high interest events. Monitor all media sources and in consultation with the President respond to any incorrect reporting on the legal and other activities of the Mechanism.
• Develop capacity-building activities in consultation with the President and in conjunction with relevant offices and secure funding for these activities.
• Supervise, guide and train the relevant staff at the Arusha Branch.
• Cooperate and provide support as required to The Hague Branch of the Mechanism to ensure synergic and complementary communication.
• Perform any other duties as required.