Field Operations Assistant (DRC) (G-5)

Organisational Context

The Operational Risk and Support Unit (ORSU) is the principal service provider and coordinator of support to the functions of the Office of the Prosecutor along three main specialities: (1) Operations Planning, Support and Guidance; (2) Witness Management); (3) Information and Operations Security Risk.

Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Operations Risk and Field Officer, reporting to the Operational Risk and Support Unit (ORSU) at ICC Headquarters, the incumbent will carry out the following duties:

• Develop links with local communities and follow the socio-political situation in the areas of operations to develop and maintain the maximum level of security awareness of the local situation;
• Coordinate travel arrangements and logistic support for investigators and witnesses as required for mission support;
• Assist the coordination of security arrangements for witnesses;
• Contribute to reports for ICC headquarters and submits them in the absence of the Field Operations Officer;
• Provide administrative and some operational support to the staff of the Office of the Prosecutor (OTP) in the Field Office, including visiting investigators and other personnel, arrange meetings, takes minutes and follows up on decisions taken;
• Maintain the Field Operations Officer’s calendar of activities, office files and records;
• Maintain financial records of OTP field office expenditure;
• Perform other duties as required.

Essential Qualifications

Education:

Completion of secondary education.

Experience:

A minimum of six years of relevant experience. An advanced or a first-level university degree may be considered as a substitute for two years' working experience only to determine eligibility.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Experience in dealing with situations requiring high degree of confidentiality;
• Experience in dealing with traumatized people;
• Initiative, flexibility and ability to work with diverse professionals;
• Advanced knowledge of office procedures and practices;
• Valid driver's licence;
• Advanced skills in standard Microsoft applications: Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook;
• Experience in a multinational environment would be an advantage.

Knowledge of languages:

Proficiency in oral and written French is mandatory. Working knowledge of English is desirable. Knowledge of vernacular languages subject to the country is desirable. Knowledge of another official language of the Court (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Spanish) would be considered an asset.