ASSOCIATE INFORMATION ANALYST (TJO)

This position is located within the Judicial Support and Cooperation Section (JSCS) of the International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism (IIIM). The purpose of this position is to strengthen cooperation with the Independent Institution on Missing Persons for Syria (IIMP) by facilitating the sharing with the IIMP, as appropriate and with the sources’ consent, of information relevant to the search for missing persons. Under the overall supervision of the JSCS Chief, the incumbent will directly report to the JSCS Legal Officer in charge of the missing persons portfolio.

Within delegated authority the Associate Information Analyst is responsible for the following duties:

• Under the guidance of the IIIM, assists in the development of research and analysis strategies and conducts research to identify relevant information in the IIIM repository and open-source information in support of the search for the missing in Syria and memorialization of the Syrian conflict for transitional justice efforts;
• Under the guidance of the supervisor, evaluates and analyzes information to determine relevance and gaps and to inform decisions relating to the search for the missing;
• Organizes and synthesizes relevant information and evidence, including through the use of analytical software(s), and related analytical products in support of the IIIM’s proactive sharing activities for the IIMP;
• Maintains and updates IIIM’s internal databases and uses information management processes and electronic information systems to classify, manage, store, prepare and transfer information packages to the IIMP, including assisting in seeking consent from the sources;
• Performs other duties as required.

PROFESSIONALISM: Demonstrated analytical skills; ability to work in a high-tech environment; familiarity with various research methodologies and sources, including digital sources; 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; takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others 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.

TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational 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.

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in criminology, law, Middle Eastern studies, conflict or security studies, international relations, human rights or criminal law, political/social science or related fields is required. A first-level university degree in combination with 2 additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Certification or training in intelligence analysis is desirable.

A minimum of two years of progressively responsible work experience in information analysis in the context of missing persons, criminal investigations, international humanitarian law or human rights, or in the context of the Middle East or North Africa region is required. Experience in eDiscovery methodology or big data investigations is desirable. Experience using analytical software is desirable. Experience in relation to the Syrian conflict is desirable. Experience in evidence review is desirable.

English and Arabic are required.

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include a desk review and/or an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.