International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals Intern - Human Resources Jobs in Tanzania

International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals Intern - Human Resources Jobs in Tanzania

Org. Setting and Reporting

The Human Resources Section of the United Nations International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (“Mechanism”) invites applications for internships starting 01 March 2023 in Arusha, Tanzania. The above job opening will be valid for one year and candidates will be selected on a rolling basis. Please indicate your preferred internship period in your cover letter.

The International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals ("Mechanism") is mandated to perform a number of essential functions previously carried out by the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (“ICTR”) and the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (“ICTY”).

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 IRMCT has two branches one located in The Hague, The Netherlands and another in Arusha, Tanzania.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision and direction of the Chief of the Human Resources Section, the intern will assist in managing the Internship Programme, which includes acting as focal point for all internal and external enquiries regarding internships; drafting correspondence and handling telephone enquiries; preparing internship offer letters and following up on documentation; informing departments of the status of applications; providing induction briefing to new interns; processing check-outs and updating databases.

The incumbent will ensure a smooth working relationship with potential candidates, other interns, and staff members within the Mechanism. Additionally, the Coordinator will assist the Human Resources Section with ad-hoc duties when necessary.

The successful candidate will be a graduate or in the final year of a bachelor’s degree; will possess good organizational skills; be fluent in English (oral and written); and possess good interpersonal skills.

Competencies

• Professionalism: 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.

• 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.

• Planning and Organising – Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments, adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning.

• Client Orientation – Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions.

Education

Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent)

Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or

Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the 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.

Previous experience in an administrative work environment is desirable.

Demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the Mechanism. Fluency in oral and written English is required.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals Intern - Human Resources Jobs in Tanzania

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