International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals Intern – Office of the President Jobs in Tanzania
International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals Intern – Office of the President Jobs in Tanzania
Org. Setting and Reporting The Office of the President of the United Nations International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (“Office of the President” and “Mechanism”, respectively) invites applications for several legal internships starting from 15 November 2021 in Arusha, Tanzania.
This job opening will be valid for one year and candidates will be selected on a rolling basis. The duration of the internship generally ranges from three months to six months. Please indicate your preferred internship period in your cover letter.
The Mechanism is mandated to perform a number of essential functions previously carried out by the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda and the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia. In carrying out these essential functions the Mechanism maintains the legacies of these two pioneering ad hoc international criminal courts and strives to reflect best practices in the field of international criminal justice.
The Office of the President provides legal, policy, administrative, and judicial support to the President of the Mechanism (“President”) in the execution of his mandated functions.
Responsibilities
In the Office of the President, interns have the opportunity to support the President with a wide range of mandated functions. Interns may:
Conduct comprehensive legal research;
Assist in the drafting and editing of decisions, orders, and other legal documents;
Assist in the preparation of reports to the United Nations Security Council and United Nations General Assembly;
Analyze relevant law, rules, and policies;
Assist in the drafting of speeches or official correspondence;
Provide support in advising on press and policy matters; and
Observe court hearings. Interns may also perform routine tasks such as compiling and collating materials, and other duties as required.
Competencies
• Professionalism: Knowledge, experience and/or training in international criminal law, international humanitarian law,
human rights law, and/or public international law or a related field. Possesses excellent legal research and analytical skills; 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.
• 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 the 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.
Education
Applications are open to:
Law students who are enrolled in a graduate programme or the final academic year of a first university degree programme; and
Law graduates who can commence an internship within a one-year period of graduation.
Work Experience
No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the Mechanism. Fluency in oral and written English is required. Working knowledge of French will be considered an asset.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals Intern – Office of the President Jobs in Tanzania
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