Department/ Office
OTP - APPEALS AND LEGAL ADVISORY DIVISION, ARUSHA
Duty Station
ARUSHA
Posting Period
28 July 2011-27 August 2011
Job Opening number
11-ROL-ICTR ARUSHA OP APLD-20407-R-ARUSHA
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Org. Setting and Reporting
The post is located in the Office of the Prosecutor (OTP), Appeals and Legal Advisory
Division (ALAD). The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of a Senior Appeals Counsel and the general supervision of the Chief of ALAD.
Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of a Senior Appeals Counsel and the general supervision of the Chief ALAD the incumbent shall perform the following duties:
- Review and analyze final judgments and interlocutory decisions of Trial Chambers and provide advice on the advisability of appeal and identify grounds of appeal;
- Draft notices of appeal or requests for certification to appeal;
- In relation to the preparation of appeal briefs and the handling of pre-appeal motions, review trial records, conduct database searches and undertake legal research and writing;
- Provide legal advice to members of trial teams of the Office of the Prosecutor;
-Assist the Senior Appeals Counsel or the Appeals Counsel in preparing for oral argument in appeals, attend court before the Appeals Chamber and make oral submissions at appeal hearings or related proceedings;
- Ensure compliance with orders or directives of the Appeals Chamber;
- Assist in the preparation and delivery of in-house legal training within the Office of the Prosecutor; and
- Discharge promptly and competently any other task assigned by his/her supervisors.
Competencies
Professionalism - Ability to demonstrate professional competence and mastery of subject matter; be conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines, and achieving results; be motivated by professional, rather than personal concerns; and control oneself in stressful situations
Communication: Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing and to demonstrate openness in sharing information with, and keeping others informed.
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others to achieve team and organizational goals while maintaining respect for, and sensitivity to, diversity.
Planning and organization: Ability to identify priorities and to monitor and adjust plans and actions, as necessary to achieve work objectives.
Accountability: Ability to operate in compliance with organizational regulations and rules and to take responsibility for his/her own performance.
Creativity: Ability to seek to improve programmes or services and to find innovative solutions to problems.
Technological awareness: Ability to apply technology effectively to tasks and to keep abreast of developments in technology
Education
Advanced Law Degree from a university of recognized standing. Advanced studies in International Criminal Law or International Humanitarian Law with relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced Law Degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of 5 years of relevant practical legal experience is required. Of that period, at least 2 years must have been spent doing advocacy at the international criminal justice level. The ability to conduct legal research and high quality writing are required. The candidate must be of good professional background, with no disciplinary record relating to unprofessional or unethical conduct.
Other skills: The candidate should have excellent legal research and writing skills, strong analytical skills, and excellent oral and written advocacy skills. The candidate should demonstrate the ability to deal with a range of complex legal issues and the capacity to handle a number of complex tasks within tight deadlines.
Computer literacy: Knowledge in the use of computer applications is essential.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (UNICTR). For the post advertised, fluency in English or French is required and a good working knowledge of the other language is desirable.
Assessment Method
Candidates will be assessed based on eligibility criteria and competency-based interview
Special Notice
Extension of the appointment is subject to Extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.
United Nations Considerations
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.
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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