Org. Setting and Reporting

The post is located in the Office of the Registrar, Arusha Branch, Registry. Under the supervision of the Deputy Officer-in-Charge and within limits of delegated authority, the incumbent will provide 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.
*Appointment of the successful candidate to this position will be subject to budgetary approval.

The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

Responsibilities

• 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 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 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, Mechanism policies; records and archives matters; witness protection, detention matters; Mechanism agreements and contracts, claims and disputes; and human resources matters.
  
• Assist in the provision of legal support to Registry sections (including Administration, the Mechanism Archives and Records Section, the Language Services Section, and the Witness Support and Protection Unit).
  
• 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 are taken.
  
• Perform other duties as required.

Competencies

• Professionalism: 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.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, preferably with an emphasis in international or criminal law. A first level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

Work Experience

Minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible experience in law, preferably with an emphasis in international law. Previous working experience with international organizations, government, academia, or NGOs is desirable.

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 desirable.

Assessment

Candidates will be assessed by a comparative matrix.

Special Notice

The appointment is limited to the International Residual Mechanism for 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.

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