Legal Consultant

GENERAL BACKGROUND

Under the applicable law, and in accordance with the terms of the Agreement between the United Nations and the Royal Government of Cambodia, the Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia (ECCC) has jurisdiction to try senior leaders and those who were most responsible for the crimes and serious violations of Cambodian penal law, international humanitarian law and custom, and international conventions recognized by Cambodia, during the period of the Khmer Rouge regime from 17 April 1975 to 6 January 1979.

While the ECCC is established as a national Court, the Royal Government of Cambodia sought the technical assistance of the United Nations in operating the court. In Resolution A/57/228 and A/57/228B, the General Assembly approved the involvement of the United Nations and endorsed the agreement outlining the arrangements between the two parties. The United Nations Assistance to the Khmer Rouge Trials (UNAKRT) was established in 2005 to provide on-going technical, operational and logistical support to the Royal Government of Cambodia in all aspect of the Court's operations.

OBJECTIVES OF THE ASSIGNMENT

This assignment is necessary in view of the overall goal of delivering the final submissions in at least two investigations (and possibly three) by the end of 2017, in accordance with the latest version of the ECCC Completion Plan. In view of this, and in view of the heavily factual nature of all of these filings, the Office of the Co-Prosecutors will need the services of the Legal Consultant for a period up to 2 months.

SCOPE OF WORK

Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Co-Prosecutor, and the overall supervision of the International Co-Prosecutor, the Legal Consultant will carry out the following responsibilities:

• Analyse evidence from investigations;
• Draft Sections of the International Co-Prosecutors final submissions;
• Provides advice to other staff members of the Office of the Co-Prosecutors in regards to relevant evidence;
• Performs extensive factual research and analysis;
• Perform legal research and analysis;
• Draft portions of motion and appeal filings in Cases 003 and 004 as, needed and as assigned;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EXPECTED OUTPUTS AND DELIVERABLES

Deliverables/Output Target due date Review and Approvals Required
Production of drafts of specific sections of final submissions. Variable International Co-Prosecutor

INSTITUTIONAL ARRANGEMENT REPORTING AND SUPERVISION
The Legal Consultant will work as a member of the Office of the Co-Prosecutors. He/She will report to the Deputy Co-Prosecutor who will be the designated Project Manager for this project.

DURATION OF ASSIGNMENT
The assignment will be for a total duration of approximately two months, subject to satisfactory performance. The assignment shall commence on the earliest possible opportunity due to immediate need.

DUTY STATION
The position will be located in Phnom Penh, Kingdom of Cambodia.

Minimum Qualifications of the Individual Contractor

Education: University degree in law.

Experience: 2-3 years of relevant working experience.

Competencies:
PROFESSIONALISM: Extensive knowledge of the history of the Democratic Kampuchea regime; familiarity with the ECCC; Experience in working with evidence tools including Zylab and CaseMap; Shows pride in work and in achievements; works well in a team and willing to follow directions set by managers with minimal supervision; demonstrates professional competence; 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; and is culturally sensitive and respectful to colleagues and others.

PLANNING AND 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; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
Language: Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Working knowledge of French and/or Khmer is desirable.
Other Requirements:

Submission of Application:

Please address the fully completed and signed application form (P.11) in English, together with a cover letter and copies of relevant supporting documents, by e-mail to unakrt-jobs@un.org. The P.11 Form has to be downloaded from the UNARKT Website.

Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.

Preference will be given to equally qualified female candidates. Due to the large volume of applications, we regret not being able to reply to everyone and will only contact the most suitable candidates for the test and/or an interview.

Special Notice:

Successful candidates will be offered a consultancy contract.

Please note that no allowance, including DSA, other than the consultancy fee will be offered for this position.

This post is subject to approved budget and availability of fund.

Applications from qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged.