About Department of Peace Operations

Department of Peace Operationsis 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 Judicial Affairs Officer, P4 position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact within Department of Peace Operations’s work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Based in United States, 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:Judicial Affairs Officer, P4
• Grade:P-4
• Location:New York, United States
• Department:Department of Peace Operations
• Contract Type:Professional Staff
• Salary Range:$84,672.0 – $106,777.0 USD annually

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, criminology or a related field is required.
• Academic Qualifications: A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree..
• Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• Language: For this job opening, English is required.
• 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 III UN Level III UN Level III UN Level III Desirable Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking French UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I.
• A minimum of seven years experience as a practicing lawyer, prosecutor, judge, legal academic, legal consultant, criminologist or international legal or rule of law advisor is required.
• Experience: This must include at least one year in a regional or international organization supporting the development or reform of legal, judicial or correctional institutions in a transitional, development or post-conflict setting, or at least one year providing such support in a transitional, development or post-conflict setting outside the incumbent’s own country of origin.
• Experience: Experience planning and facilitating rule of law coordination and programming between United Nations entities, bilateral donors and national counterparts is desirable.

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of judicial and correctional system issues, including knowledge of criminal law and/or criminology and relevant international human rights standards and their relationship and linkages to the broader post-conflict recovery/developmental framework and initiatives
• Ability to proactively seek and recommend sound policy initiatives
• Conceptual and strategic analytical capacity, including ability to identify and articulate issues that require a coordinated United Nations response
• Judgment in providing strategic advice and applying technical expertise to a wide range of complex and unusual problems and in developing innovative and creative solutions
• Knowledge of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines pertaining to judicial affairs, corrections, and the rule of law and knowledge of the institutions of the United Nations system.
• Conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results
• 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 the audience
• Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Planning & Organizing:
• 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

Benefits

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

How to Apply