This position is located in the Office of the Registrar, of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (IRCMT), Arusha Branch. The incumbent will work under the supervision of the Deputy Officer-in-Charge.
*Appointment of the successful candidate to this position will be subject to budgetary approval.
- Provides legal and administrative support to the Registrar, Officer-in-Charge and staff of the Office of the Registrar in support of the operations of the Mechanism
- Conduct legal research on a diverse range of assigned issues in constitutional, international, public, private, administrative and criminal law (substantive, procedural and comparative) using multiple r
research sources; select relevant material, analyse information and present findings for internal review.
- Assist in the review of legal documents, instruments or other material; identify important issues, similarities and inconsistencies, etc.
- Assist in the preparation of draft submissions, background papers, studies, reports, legal opinions/advice, official correspondence, briefing notes, talking points, speeches, etc. pertaining to the mandate of
the Mechanism.
- Assist in providing drafting support in relation to, and legal advice on, a wide range of issues, including but not limited to judicial support, requests for assistance from national jurisdictions, enforcement of
sentences, witness protection, detention matters, human resources matters and administrative decisions, records and archives matters, agreements and contracts, claims and disputes, and Mechanism
policies.
- Assist in servicing conferences, committees, commissions, tasks forces and other bodies, including by preparing background material, summaries and reports.
- Provide briefings before meetings; provide written reports of such meetings; ensure follow-up of decisions taken.
- Perform other duties as required.
- Professionalism: Excellent drafting skills and ability to draft well under pressure and tight deadlines. Ability to apply sound legal judgement in the context of assignments given. Ability to plan and manage conflicting priorities. Experience in use of research tools. 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. 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.
- Teamwork – Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organisational 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 and Organising – 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.
Advanced university degree in law, preferably with an emphasis in international or criminal law. A first level university degree in law in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.
Minimum of 2 years progressively responsible experience in law, preferably with an emphasis in international law.
Previous working experience with international organizations, government, academia, or NGOs is desirable.
Proven experience in international criminal courts is an asset.
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 desirable.
There may be a technical test followed by a competency-based interview.