International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals Senior Trial Attorney Job Vacancy in Tanzania

Department/ Office: International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals

Duty Station: ARUSHA

Job Opening number: 13-ROL-RMT-28533-P-ARUSHA (T)

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

Org. Setting and Reporting

The post is located in the Office of the Prosecutor (OTP) of the Mechanism for
International Criminal Tribunals (MICT), ICTR Branch, Arusha. The incumbent
will work under the general supervision of the Prosecutor and the direct
supervision of the Officer in Charge/Senior Legal Officer.

Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Officer in Charge/Senior Legal Officer in
the Office of the Prosecutor, the incumbent will have the primary
responsibility for case review, preparation and prosecution at trial. He/she
will lead a trial team consisting of a Trial Attorney, Assistant Trial
Attorney, Associate Legal Officer, Investigators, and Support Staff. His/her
major duties and responsibilities will be as follows:

1. Manage and supervise a trial team in the preparation of cases for trial
including the review of indictments, analysis of evidence, proofing of
witnesses, filing of motions or responses to defence motions, drafting of
briefs, memoranda or opinions and ensuring strict compliance with the
Prosecutor’s disclosure obligations to the defence and directing supplementary
investigations as necessary;
2. Manage and supervise a trial team in the prosecution of case(s) at trial
including appearing, on behalf of the Prosecutor, at hearings before the Trial
Chambers to examine witnesses, proffer evidence or argument, render legal or
factual submissions, submit or respond to motions and the drafting and filing
of briefs;
3. Undertake legal and factual research and analysis and prepare briefs,
opinions or memoranda for the Prosecutor or Trial Chambers as necessary;
4. Direct and supervise any supplementary investigations as necessary and
provide legal advice to the investigators;
5. Participate in OTP internal reviews, briefings and planning meetings and
provide legal and policy advice as necessary;
6. Undertake any other assignments as may be determined by or on behalf of the
Prosecutor.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Knowledge of international legal procedures and instruments,
including international criminal law, with a particular emphasis on the legal
practice of the ICTR and/or the ICTY. Sound knowledge of the functioning of
criminal investigations and prosecutions at the national and international
levels. Ability to apply legal expertise to analyzing a diverse range of
complex issues and in developing innovative solutions. Strong analytical skills
and proficiency in legal writing and expression and ability to prepare legal
documents. Ability to work to tight deadlines and to handle multiple concurrent
projects. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional
competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in
meeting commitments and observing deadlines.
• Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others,
correctly interprets messages and responds appropriately; asks questions to
clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors
language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in
sharing information and keeping people informed.
• 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
organizational 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.
• Judgement/Decision-making: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation,
and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers relevant information
before making a decision; considers positive and negative impacts of decisions
prior to making them; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and
on the Organization; proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation
based on all available information; checks assumptions against facts;
determines whether the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and
underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions when necessary.
• Managing Performance: Delegates the appropriate responsibility,
accountability and decision-making authority; makes sure that roles,
responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; accurately
judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches
task to skills; monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; regularly
discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; encourages
risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; actively supports the
development and career aspirations of staff; appraises performance fairly.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law. First-level
university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in
lieu of the advanced university degree. Postgraduate studies in criminal or
international law would be an asset. The candidate must have been called to the
Bar or admitted to practice law in any recognized jurisdiction.

Work Experience

At least ten years of progressively responsible experience in criminal
prosecution, including substantial experience at the international level.
Relevant experience at the ICTR and/or ICTY is highly desirable.

Languages

Fluency in one of the working languages of the MICT, English or French (both
oral and written) is required; knowledge of the other would be an asset.

Assessment Method

Evaluation of qualified applicants may include a written assessment which may
be followed by a competency-based interview.

Special Notice

The appointment is limited to the Mechanism. 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.

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.

Deadline: 20-06-2013

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