ASSOCIATE INFORMATION ANALYST, POLITICAL AFFAIRS (Temporary Job Opening), Geneva, Switzerland

## ASSOCIATE INFORMATION ANALYST, POLITICAL AFFAIRS (Temporary Job Opening), Geneva, Switzerland - Organization:Independent Investigative Mechanism on Myanmar (IIMM) - Office:IIMM in Geneva Organizational Setting and Reporting The mandate of the Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar (IIMM) was established by the Human Rights Council in its resolution 39/2, adopted on 27 September 2018. The creation of the Mechanism was welcomed by the General Assembly in its resolution 73/264, adopted on 22 December 2018. This position is located in the Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar, based in Geneva, Switzerland, within the Collection, Analysis and Sharing Section (CASS). The position will report to the Information Analyst (Open Source), P4. Within delegated authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties: - Under the guidance of the supervisor, assists in the development of research and analysis strategies and conducts research to identify relevant evidence and open-source information to support development of analytical products, organizes and synthesizes information that will advance the IIMM's investigations, responses to requests for assistance and case building activities; - Undertakes a preliminary review and analysis of information in English and Myanmar languages, including through the use of analytical software(s), and related analytical products in support of investigation relevant to crimes within the IIMM's mandate; - Under the guidance of the supervisor, gathers, collects, evaluates and analyses information to identify relevance, information gaps and/ or inconsistencies, and to inform decisions relating to investigative activities; - Maintains and updates the IIMM's internal databases and uses information management evidence processes and electronic information systems for the collection and preservation of information relevant for case file building and support of ongoing or future criminal investigations or prosecutions by national, regional or international courts or tribunals; - Participates in briefings and conferences with other IIMM personnel, as well as with actors external to the IIMM, including national investigative, prosecutorial and judicial authorities, civil society actors, UN entities and other partners relevant to collection and analysis of information and evidence; - Performs other duties as required. PROFESSIONALISM: Shows pride in work and 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; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing. 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. TECHNOLOGICAL AWARENESS: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology. Technical skills with regards to scripting, computer coding and software development. Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) in Asian Studies, conflict or security studies, information management, international criminal law, social or political science or related fields is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Job - Specific Qualification Certification or training in intelligence analysis or open-source analysis is desirable. A minimum of two years of progressively responsible work experience involving the collection and analysis of information pertaining to serious international crimes, including war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide, is required. No experience for candidates who have passed the United Nations Young Professionals Programme examination (YPP) or the G to P Examination (G to P). Work experience in open-source analysis, including social media monitoring, related to Myanmar is required. Work experience in the areas of sexual and gender-based crimes and crimes against children is desirable. Work experience using analytical software is desirable. Work experience with an investigative, prosecutorial or judicial institution/body at the national or international level is desirable. English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. Either RohingyaorBurmeseorKachinorRakhineorShanorHaka-Chin is required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details). Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview. This temporary position is funded by extra-budgetary resources and is available for 6 months. The appointment or assignment and renewal thereof are subject to the availability of the temporary position or funds, budgetary approval or extension of the mandate. Pursuant to section 7.11 of ST/AI/2012/2/Rev.1, candidates recruited through the young professionals programme who have not served for a minimum of two years in the position of their initial assignment are not eligible to apply to this position. Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station. This temporary job opening may be limited to "internal candidates," who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15. Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply. Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation. Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as "retirement." Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service. An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual res