DescriptionSpecial NoticeThe
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.
Org. Setting and ReportingThis
position is located in the Witness Support and Protection (WISP) Unit
(Kigali Office), Office of the Registrar, Arusha Branch, Registry. Under
the immediate supervision of the Head of WISP and overall supervision
of the Officer in Charge of the Arusha Branch, the incumbent will
oversee the day-to-day operations of the Witness Support and Protection
Unit in Kigali.Responsibilities• Supervise and coordinate the work of the staff of the Witness Support and Protection Unit (Kigali Office).•
Coordinate and ensure effective implementation of support services to
witnesses and victims. Supervise the provision of direct, practical
support to witnesses and victims. Supervise follow-up on and monitoring
of the well-being of witnesses after trial and facilitate after-care by
maintaining contact and liaising with relevant national bodies and NGO
that provide such services for witnesses and victims.•
Plan and oversee the implementation of a witness protection programme
for witnesses prior to, during and following testimony before the
International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda and/or the Mechanism. Oversee
the implementation of protective measures ordered by the Chambers.
Liaise with relevant national and local governmental bodies that will
provide protection services. Oversee the movement of witnesses, as
required.•
Establish and maintain a wide network of contacts with specialized
agencies and liaise with relevant national and local governmental and
non-governmental bodies on witness protection and support matters.
Prepare, revise and monitor interagency agreements and agreements with
Governments in relation to the implementation of relevant programmes in
the field for the protection and support of witnesses. Support
networking between NGO’s, relevant Government partners and institutions
to mobilize awareness and support for the Mechanism’s policies and
programmes on victims’ and witnesses’ support and protection measures.•
Maintain detailed records on individual cases of witnesses, including
their needs and assistance required and provided to them, and ensure
strict confidentiality of sensitive information.•
Provide regular analytical reports to the Officer in Charge on witness
support and protection activities and the activities of the Unit.• Coordinate all activities of the Kigali Office including ensuring provision of administrative support to staff at that office• Represent the MICT at Official meetings including participation in UN system meetings in RwandaCompetencies•
Professionalism – Thorough knowledge of victim and witness management
schemes. Proven knowledge of Rwandan environment, culture and historical
background. Demonstrated leadership skills. 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.•
Leadership – Serves as a role model that other people want to follow;
empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in
developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and
maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs
and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing
mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvement; does
not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands.
Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender
perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in
all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment
to the goal of gender balance in staffing.•
Empowering Others – Delegates responsibility, clarifies expectations,
and gives staff autonomy in important areas of their work; encourages
others to set challenging goals; holds others accountable for achieving
results related to their area of responsibility; genuinely values all
staff members’ input and expertise; shows appreciation and rewards
achievement and effort; involves others when making decisions that
affect them.EducationAdvanced
University degree in Social Sciences, Law, or any other relevant
degree. 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 ExperienceAt
least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in witness
management schemes at national or international level. Relevant
experience in the African continent, particularly in the Great Lakes
region, is highly desirable.LanguagesEnglish
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. Working knowledge
of Kinyarwanda is desirable.
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DescriptionSpecial NoticeThe
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.