23522 | OTP  

General Requirements for candidates applying to the JPO Programme of the Republic of Korea:

• Korean citizenship
• Fluency in Korean and English
• Completion of university with a Bachelor’s degree
• Certificate of English proficiency test:
  Applicants should score a minimum of (i) TOEFL iBT 100 or (ii) TEPS 430 or (iii) IELTS 7 or (iv) TOEIC 900
  - TOEFL ‘Home Edition’ score is accepted while ‘MyBest Scores’ are not accepted
  - IELTS General Training and Academic test are both accepted
  - Test scores are valid for 2 years after the test date
• Not older than 32 years of age as of 31st December, 2024 (born after 1st January, 1992). The maximum age limit for those who served in the military will be extended accordingly: one year will be extended for those who served for less than one year; two years will be extended for those who served for more than one year and less than two years; three years will be extended for those who served for two years or more.
• Male applicants shall have completed the Korean military service or be exempted from it. Those who will be discharged from military service in the year of the application may also apply.
• Applicants can apply for a maximum of two JPO positions sponsored by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea during the year of application.

Organisational Context

The Office of the Prosecutor (“OTP”) is an independent organ of the International Criminal Court (“ICC”). It is responsible for examining situations under the jurisdiction of the Court where genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes appear to have been committed, and carrying out investigations and prosecutions against the individuals who are allegedly most responsible for those crimes.

Associate investigators will be integrated in an Unified Team, comprised of investigators, analysts and lawyers. Such teams are led by a representative of the Prosecutor and have the responsibility of investigating and prosecuting the crimes committed in the context of a situation under investigation. Within the Unified Teams, associate investigators are responsible for objectively and independently collecting evidence and performing other investigative activities to further the investigation and establish the truth, while ensuring proper witness and information management.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the overall management of the Deputy Prosecutor and the Head of the Unified Team, and the direct supervision of the investigation Team Leader, the incumbent is expected to:

• Collect, screen and handle information and evidence in accordance with ICC legal framework and OTP standard operating procedures;
• Conduct investigative interviews with victims, witnesses and suspects producing written or audio/video-recorded records of interview;
• Manage contacts with external persons including victims, witnesses and intermediaries;
• Undertake the review and analysis of collected information and evidence and make recommendations for the next steps in the investigations;
• Take responsibility for the identification of required corroboration activities, as well as new leads and avenues of investigation;
• Assist the investigation team in developing a support network to further the investigations, including contacts with governmental and non-governmental organisations, civil society groups, relevant diaspora groups, media and other country/regional networks;
• Contribute, when required, to the process of disclosure of information and evidence in the judicial proceedings;
• Plan and participate in field missions;
• Support the Division in the development and implementation of strategic objectives and operational standards;
• Testify before the Chamber, when required;
• Performs other duties as required.

Essential Qualifications

Education:

An advanced university degree preferably in Law, Criminology or other related fields, for example in Human Rights, Psychology, or Journalism, is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience is accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

A diploma in criminal investigation from a law enforcement academy and/or relevant training in crime investigation techniques combined with eight years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a university degree.

Experience:

A minimum of two years (four years with a first level university degree) of professional experience in either, criminal investigations, investigations of serious human rights violations, financial investigations or investigative analysis, with a special focus on complex, large-scale cases, is required;

Or same level of professional experience working with NGO’s/IGO’s/International Commissions of Enquiry, with a special focus on complex, large-scale cases, is required;

Experience conducting interviews with victims, witnesses or suspects is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to formulate investigative hypothesis, assess critically sources of different types, cross-check multiple sources and draft analytical reports;
• Good communication and negotiation skills;
• Ability to communicate effectively and establish a good rapport with victims, witnesses and other external partners: police, NGOs, journalists, etc.;
• Ability for team-work, including listening, sharing, communicating, taking responsibility, providing peer-support and feedback in an respectful manner;
• Ability to properly manage confidential information and to comply with high level confidentiality requirements;
• Ability to research, organize, synthesize and analyse complex and large volumes of information;
• Good problem-solving skills and ability for creative thinking when dealing with complex and unforeseen situations;
• Knowledge of the requirements of international criminal law concerning the elements of crimes and modes of liability;
• Ability for pragmatic thinking and action, to focus on key points, identify priorities, plan work according to realistic objectives and schedules, and to recommend and implement specific action within short deadlines;
• Ability to work under stressful conditions;
• Ability to demonstrate a high degree of flexibility and adaptability to changing environment and plans;
• Awareness of gender issues and ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment in a non-discriminatory manner, with respect and appreciation for diversity;
• High standards of professional and personal integrity and a strong commitment to the mandate and core values of the International Criminal Court.

Knowledge of Languages:

Proficiency in one of the working languages of the Court, English or French, is required. Working knowledge of the other is considered a strong asset.

Knowledge of another official language the Court (Russian, Arabic, Chinese and Spanish) would be considered an asset. Proficiency in Ukrainian or Hebrew is desirable.

Documents to be submitted

All applicants are asked submit a complete application and motivation letter in English through the ICC e-recruitment page, and attach the following documents to their profile in the e-recruitment (documents may be attached to the field named: "Copy of Dependants' passport(s)"):

• A scanned copy of applicant’s Resident Register in English
• A copy of university degree (Bachelor’s/Master’s degree) certificate in English
• A copy of English proficiency test certificate
• Only for male applicants who have completed the national military service: A certificate of Korean Military Service in English. The maximum age limit for those who served in the military will be extended in accordance with the Support for Discharged Soldiers Act and the Military Service Law.
• Only for low-income applicants: A scanned copy of a certificate of National Basic Livelihood Security Recipients issued in Korean and its unofficial translation in English
• Only for persons with disability: A scanned copy of a certificate of person with disability issued in Korean and English

How to apply:

Applicants should submit their application electronically directly to the ICC via the ICC e-recruitment system, using the link below. All documents should be in English. Deadline: 09 August 2024 (midnight The Hague time).

Associate Investigator (P-2) - JPO - Republic of Korea (23522)

For general information on the JPO Programme of the Republic of Korea, please visit the website of the International Organizations Recruitment Center, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea: https://UNrecruit.mofa.go.kr  

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