DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 9 December 2019

OFFICE : Registry/Witness Support and Protection Unit

LOCATION : Kigali

JOB OPENING NUMBER : 2019/TJO/IRMCT/REG/WISP/116-FS

United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

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Organizational setting and Reporting:

This position is located in the Kigali Office of the Witness Support and Protection Unit (WISP), Office of the Registrar, Arusha Branch, Registry. The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the WISP Security Coordinator and overall guidance of the Head of WISP.

Responsibilities:

The incumbent’s major duties and responsibilities are as follows:

• Conduct re-housing, arrangement and description for the conservation of WISP witness case files in accordance with Mechanism standards for long term preservation of records

• Verify the accuracy and completeness of WISP witness case files in accordance with best practice standards

• Retrieve and return WISP witness case file records from/to the Mechanism Archives Records Section (MARS)

• Undertake quality control checks of all re-housed WISP witness case files

• Ensure the accuracy of data in the WISP database by cross referencing with WISP physical witness case files and MARS EDRMS database to identify any inconsistencies

• Log errors and issues identified in the WISP database and WISP witness case files for correction and subsequent accuracy of data and documenting for record-keeping practices

• Update metadata in the WISP database to ensure accuracy and completeness of WISP witness case files

• Maintain strict confidentiality of all witness related data at all times

• Undertake any other assignments as required

• Performs other duties as required.

Core Competencies:

Professionalism – Ability to implement witness protection programmes and administrative functions. Demonstrated ability to use computer technology. 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.

 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.

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.

 Client Orientation – Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent with training in witness protection, social work, law, psychology or other related areas.

Experience:

A minimum of six (6) years of practical experience in witness support, social work, psychology, law or related areas, preferably in an international environment. Experience working within the United Nations common system or International Organizations is highly desirable.

Languages:

English and French are the working languages of the Mechanism. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English and/or French is required. Working knowledge of the other is required.

Assessment Method:

There may be a technical test followed by a competency-based interview.

HOW TO APPLY:

1) Staff at the FS-3 and FS-4 level are eligible to apply. Applications from GS staff will be considered as external.

2) Interested staff members must complete a UN Personal History Profile (PHP) form obtainable via Inspira personal accounts or the IRMCT website and submit together with a cover letter. Please submit all documents including the last two e-PAS/ePerformance appraisal to the recruitmentR@un.org in-box. Please indicate the job opening number in the subject line.

3) Once received, a list of candidates who meet the requirements of the post will be sent to the supervisor, who will prepare a written comparative analysis of the candidates and recommend a staff member for the position. Please note, only shortlisted candidate(s) will be informed of the outcome

NOTE FOR EXTERNAL CANDIDATES:

1) External applicants must complete the UN Personal History Profile (PHP) form obtainable from the Mechanism website (www.unmict.org) or from your personal Inspira account and forward electronically to the recruitmentR@un.org in-box.
Please indicate the job opening number in the subject line.

2) Once received, a list of candidates who meet the requirements of the post will be sent to the supervisor, who will prepare a written comparative analysis of the candidates and recommend a staff member for the position. Please note, only short listed candidate(s) will be informed of the outcome

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.

SPECIAL NOTICE: The appointment is limited to the IRMCT. Extension of the appointment is subject to the extension of the mandate and/or the availability of funds. IRMCT is a smoke free environment.

PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE AT MIDNIGHT (THE HAGUE TIME) ON THE CLOSING DATE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. ONLY THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE NOTIFIED OF THE OUTCOME.

For more information,please visit https://www.irmct.org/en/recruitment

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