Associate Information Analyst (2 posts), P2

## Associate Information Analyst (2 posts), P2 - Organization:IIIM Syria - International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism - Office:IIIM in Geneva, Switzerland Org. Setting and Reporting:The positions are located within the Judicial Support and Cooperation Section of the International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism to assist in the investigation and prosecution of persons responsible for the most serious crimes under International Law committed in the Syrian Arab Republic since March 2011 (IIIM). Under the overall supervision of the P4 Legal Officer/RFA Coordinator, the incumbent will directly report to a P3 Analyst. Responsibilities:Within delegated authority, the Associate Information Analyst is responsible for the following duties:Under the guidance of a P3 Analyst, assists in the development of research and analysis strategies and conducts research to identify relevant evidence in the IIIM repository and open-source information to support the development of investigations that can further criminal accountability for the most serious crimes under international law committed in the Syrian Arab Republic since March 2011;Under the guidance of a P3 Analyst, gathers, collects, evaluates and analyzes information to determine relevance and gaps and to inform decisions relating to judicial support activities;Organizes and synthesizes relevant information and evidence, including through the use of analytical software(s), in support of the IIIM’s responses to requests for assistance and proactive sharing activities;Maintains and updates IIIM's internal databases and uses information management evidence processes and electronic information systems to classify, manage, store and transfer information;Participates in briefings and conferences with other members of the IIIM, as well as with actors external to the IIIM including national judicial authorities, civil society actors, UN entities and other partners relevant to collection and analysis of information and evidence;Performs other duties as required. - Under the guidance of a P3 Analyst, assists in the development of research and analysis strategies and conducts research to identify relevant evidence in the IIIM repository and open-source information to support the development of investigations that can further criminal accountability for the most serious crimes under international law committed in the Syrian Arab Republic since March 2011; - Under the guidance of a P3 Analyst, gathers, collects, evaluates and analyzes information to determine relevance and gaps and to inform decisions relating to judicial support activities; - Organizes and synthesizes relevant information and evidence, including through the use of analytical software(s), in support of the IIIM’s responses to requests for assistance and proactive sharing activities; - Maintains and updates IIIM's internal databases and uses information management evidence processes and electronic information systems to classify, manage, store and transfer information; - Participates in briefings and conferences with other members of the IIIM, as well as with actors external to the IIIM including national judicial authorities, civil society actors, UN entities and other partners relevant to collection and analysis of information and evidence; - Performs other duties as required. Competencies: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. - 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. Education: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 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 is desirable. Work Experience:A minimum of two years of progressively responsible work experience in information analysis in the context of criminal investigations, international humanitarian law or human rights, or in the context of the Middle East or North Africa region is required. Work experience using analytical software is desirable. Prior analytical work experience in relation to the Syrian conflict is desirable. Prior analytical work experience with an accountability institution at the national or international level is desirable. Languages:English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, EnglishandArabic are 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).Required LanguagesLanguageReadingWritingListeningSpeakingEnglishUN Level IIIUN Level IIIUN Level IIIUN Level IIIArabicUN Level IIIUN Level IIIUN Level IIIUN Level III Assessment:Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by compe