Head, Judicial Cooperation Unit (P-4)

Job title:

Head, Judicial Cooperation Unit (P-4)

Company:

International Criminal Court

Job description

23938 | RegistryDeadline for applications: 25/04/2025
Position title and levelHead, Judicial Cooperation Unit (P-4)
Organisational unit Judicial Cooperation Support Section, Division of External Operations, Registry
Duty station The Hague
Type of appointment Fixed-Term Appointment
Post number S-9024
Minimum net annual salary 110,220.00
Contract duration For initial appointments, the Court offers a two-year appointment with the possibility of extension (six months probationary period).A roster of suitable candidates may be established for this post as a result of this selection process for both fixed-term established and general temporary assistance posts.Organisational ContextUnder the direct supervision of the Director of the Division of External Operations (DEO), the Judicial Cooperation Support Section (JCSS) is responsible for providing a coordinated, strategic approach to judicial cooperation within the Registry and Court’s stakeholders as a whole, both internally and externally, allowing the Registry to exercise a more prominent and strategic role in this regard.The Section is responsible for developing strategies and implementing external relations actions to further judicial cooperation objectives (including, inter alia, the conclusion of (voluntary) cooperation agreements related to the court proceedings, external engagements and participation at conferences and meetings on cooperation matters).The JCSS consists of two units, the Judicial Cooperation Unit (JCU) and the Suspects at Large Unit (SLU). The Judicial Cooperation Unit (JCU), under the direction of the Head of Unit and the oversight of the Chief of JCSS, is responsible for cooperation matters pertaining to the implementation of Judicial Orders (including, inter alia, tracing and freezing of assets, (interim) release, witness appearance and evidence collection, observations from States) and to the provision of support to Defence, Legal Representatives of Victims and Registry sections for the discharge of activities in the context of their respective mandate.The Suspects at Large Unit (SLU), under the direction of the Head of Unit and the oversight of the Chief of JCSS, is responsible for developing strategies to optimize the arrest of suspects at large, collecting information on their whereabouts and other relevant information that could lead to their arrest, developing networks of partners to reinforce operational and /or diplomatic support, coordinating actions with the Office of the Prosecutor and advising the Chamber on possible courses of actions in this area as appropriate.Duties and ResponsibilitiesWithin this framework, and under the direct supervision of the Chief of the Judicial Cooperation Support Section, the incumbent will perform the following functions:Management of Unit and overall objectives

• Leads, manages, develops, and oversees the staff of the unit and the work carried out by the Unit, including through effective human resources management and prioritization of work.
• Advises the Chief of Section on strategies and policies related to judicial cooperation, including, inter alia, tracing and freezing of assets, (interim) release, witness appearance and evidence collection, observations from States) and to the provision of support to Defence, Legal Representatives of Victims and Registry sections for the discharge of activities in the context of their respective mandate .
• Produces legal drafts and other draft operating documents for the Judicial Cooperation Unit for approval by the Chief of Section. Adopts relevant procedures for the effective functioning of Unit.
• Acts as a focal point for all matters related to judicial cooperation and external relations activities in support of these matters.
• Ensures or oversees adequate information management of Registry’s external interactions in relation to judicial cooperation.
• Monitors, analyses and reports on implementation and impact of applicable strategies and activities of the Unit and within delegated authority, takes or advises on follow-up actions.
• Works closely together with Registry stakeholders (inter alia the External Operations Support Section, the Victims and Witnesses Section, the New York Liaison Office and Country Offices) as well as with the other organs of the Court to achieve Registry objectives.
• Assists in liaising with the relevant stakeholders, to provide advice in line with the established procedures of the JCSS in an aim to ensure efficient and strategic execution of relevant judicial orders in the pursuit of the mandate of the section.

External relations activities in relation to judicial cooperation

• Ensures the consistent implementation of the Registry’s external relations strategies in relation to judicial cooperation (including tracing and freezing of assets and cooperation for defence) and supports the Registry’s high-level activities in this regard.
• Liaises, builds and fosters networks and partnerships with diplomatic and State representatives, judicial authorities, law enforcement authorities, other entities including intergovernmental or non-governmental organisations.
• On matters relating to judicial cooperation, represents, upon the request/delegation of the Chief of Section, the Registry in meetings and conferences; undertakes speaking engagements and makes presentations to groups.
• Alerts the Section Chief of opportunities for the development of network of contacts and relation building.
• Acts as a focal point for external relations actions to further judicial cooperation objectives.
• Ensures adequate follow-up to requests for judicial cooperation, either directly or through Chief of Country Office or the New York Liaison Office and alerts Chief of Section of non-cooperation and non-timely implementation of request for assistance and judicial cooperation.
• Prepares draft legal and technical advice and strategies and/ or provides relevant input to strategies on the execution of judicial orders related to judicial cooperation (including tracing and freezing of assets and cooperation for defence, for approval by the Chief of Section and, as appropriate, stakeholders outside of the Section. Follows proceedings before the Court in order to ensure, together with other legal staff of the Section, that JCSS anticipates and takes appropriate steps to meet the needs of the judicial results.

Role in the Registry’s activities relating to judicial cooperation

• Leads, under the direction of the Chief of Section and in consultation with other organs of the Court, the Registry’s judicial cooperation activities (including operations other than arrest and surrender) and in enhancing the Registry’s ability to adequately support the execution of judicial cooperation.
• Represents, upon the request of the Chief of Section, the Registry in Court proceedings or in other fora on matters relating to judicial cooperation.
• Leads and coordinates, upon delegation by the Chief of section and in consultation with the other organs of the Court and the relevant States or entities, operations for the implementation of the Registry’s judicial cooperation requests. Builds and maintains network of contacts with State authorities and representatives of inter-governmental organisations.
• Maintains regular contact and interaction with the Judiciary and the judicial cooperation component of the Office of the Prosecutor.

Essential QualificationsEducation:Advanced university degree in law, political science, international relations or any related field, is required. A first level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.Experience:
A minimum of eight years of relevant professional experience (ten years with a first-level university degree) in external or international relations, cooperation, negotiation, and/or international/domestic criminal justice is required. Specific background in judicial cooperation and/or mutual legal assistance is strongly desired.Experience in supervising staff, developing strategies and work plans, drafting and reviewing Court filings as well as field experience would be considered as an asset.Skills and Ability:

• Excellent management and leadership skills;
• Experience in managerial positions in national institutions and/or international organizations;
• Experience in supervising staff; drafting and reviewing policies, operating procedures and standard forms, developing strategies and work plans;
• Experience working in a legal environment, working with judicial branches, central authorities, international organizations, and highly sensitive situations;
• Excellent decision-making skills, with a well-developed ability to balance interests and translate general strategic plans into concrete strategies and actions for the Unit;
• A proven ability to provide direction, to plan and establish priorities and to ensure an effective work structure to maximize productivity;
• Coordination and organisational skills; written and oral communication and interpersonal skills;
• Strong negotiation skills;
• Strategic planning and analytical skills; Expertise in analysis techniques;
• Ability to work under pressure, under strict deadlines and with substantial travel obligations. Capacity to prioritise duties while foreseeing risks;
• Diplomatic skills; Tact, diplomacy and discretion;
• Problem-solving skills, excellent judgment and decision-making;
• Absolute discretion and loyalty;
• Respect for GRGB and (cultural) diversity. Ability to work effectively and constructively with colleagues from different professional, national and cultural backgrounds.

Knowledge of Languages:Proficiency in either of the working languages of the Court English and French is required. Knowledge of another official language of the Court (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Spanish) would be considered an asset.ICC Leadership Competencies
Purpose
Collaboration
People
ResultsICC Core Competencies
Dedication to the mission and values
Professionalism
Teamwork
Learning and developing
Handling uncertain situations
Interaction
Realising objectivesLearn more about ICC and .General Information
– The selected candidate will be subject to a Personnel Security Clearance (PSC) process in accordance with ICC policy. The PSC process will include but will not be limited to, verification of the information provided in the personal history form and a criminal record check.– Applicants may check the status of vacancies on ICC E-Recruitment web-site.
– Post to be filled preferably by a national of a State Party to the ICC Statute, or of a State which has signed and is engaged in the ratification process or which is engaged in the accession process, but nationals from non-state parties may also be considered.
– In accordance with the Rome Statute, the ICC aims to achieve fair representation of women and men for all positions, representation of the principal legal systems of the world for legal positions, and equitable geographical representation for positions in the professional category.
– Applications from female candidates are particularly encouraged.
– The Court reserves the right not to make any appointment to the vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description.

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Location

Den Haag, Zuid-Holland

Job date

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 08:20:47 GMT

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