About International Court of Justice

International Court of Justiceis part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This Registrar of the Court, ASG position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact within International Court of Justice’s work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Based in Netherlands, you will contribute your expertise to advance the organization’s mission and support international cooperation on critical global challenges. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment while contributing to meaningful outcomes that benefit communities worldwide.

Key Details

• Job Title:Registrar of the Court, ASG
• Grade:ASG
• Location:The Hague, Netherlands
• Department:International Court of Justice
• Contract Type:Professional Staff
• Salary Range:$216,000 – $216,000 USD annually

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: Advanced university degree (Masters degree or equivalent) in law, with a specialization in public international law. – A relevant combination of university degree, legal training and qualifications, and professional experience in public international law may be considered as equivalent.
• Language: French and English are the two official languages of the Court.
• Language: An excellent command of both languages is required, including outstanding drafting abilities.
• Language: Knowledge of one or more of the other official United Nations languages would be highly desirable.
• Language: 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).
• Language: Required Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking English UN Level IV UN Level IV UN Level IV UN Level IV French UN Level IV UN Level IV UN Level IV UN Level IV Desirable Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking Arabic UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I Chinese (Mandarin) UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I Russian UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I Spanish UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I.
• A minimum of 15 years of professional experience in the practice of public international law and international dispute resolution is required.
• Experience: Progressively responsible managerial experience, preferably in a judicial institution or an international organization, and proven supervisory abilities in a multilingual and multicultural environment are required.

Skills

• Experience in multilateral and/or bilateral diplomacy is required.
• Excellent knowledge of the jurisprudence and procedure of the International Court of Justice is required..

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply