Title: Police Investigation Adviser
Status: Expert on Mission (government-provided personnel)
Organizational Unit: United Nations Stabilization Mission in DR Congo (MONUSCO)
Duty Station: Within the Mission area according to operational requirements
Report to: Chief, Justice Support Section
Duration: 12 months (extendable)
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Deadline of Application: 9 May 2025
Qualifications :
Education
University degree at Master's level (or equivalent) in law, criminology, or social sciences related to investigations or any other relevant field. Alternatively, a university degree at Bachelor's level with appropriate academic qualifications and proven experience in law enforcement, including as a serious crime investigator, may be accepted in lieu of the Master's degree. A diploma from a recognised Police Academy or other law enforcement training institution is also required.
Work Experience
At least five years of professional experience as an investigator with a national police agency, institution or similar national or international organization, including significant experience investigating serious violent crimes, such as homicide and sexual violence. Experience in investigating war crimes and crimes against humanity. Experience working in a multicultural environment outside the candidate's home country as well as experience in training and mentoring is an asset.
Rank
Hold the rank of Captain, Police Commissioner or higher.
Language
Fluency in spoken and written French is required, and a working knowledge of English is desirable.
Other skills
Ability to meet other minimum requirements for United Nations peacekeeping operations, including obtaining a valid United Nations driver's licence after deployment. Ability to draft reports and set up presentations clearly formulating United Nations positions on international standards. Good knowledge of the computer tools, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, is required.
Preference will be given to equally qualified women candidates.
Date of Issuance: 08 April 2025
