Consultancy - Police Technical Expert

IDLO, with funds from the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), is implementing an 18-month programme called the “Somalia Criminal Investigation Programme.” The SOMCIP responds to the national priorities, as outlined in the 2020-2024 National Development Plan, and aims to contribute to enabling criminal justice institutions to deliver efficient, equitable, and accessible justice services to Somali citizens. The overall goal of this programme will be achieved through the following objectives:

• Objective 1 - Investigators at the federal and state level conduct investigations that are in line with international human rights standards and the Somali Provisional Constitution.
• Objective 2 - Investigators, prosecutors, judges, and correctional officers in Mogadishu share information through the Integrated Electronic Case Management

The Police Technical Expert is expected to bring a wealth of experience to assist IDLO in the implementation of SOMCIP. The incumbent will report to the SOMCIP Programme Manager, and the assignment will be provided over eight (8) months from 1 May – 31 December 2024.

The Assignment

Provide support, assist, and advise IDLO in its efforts to implement the Somalia Criminal Investigation Programme (SOMCIP).

Key Results Expected

1. Complete a review of INL’s previous programme support to criminal investigations and the impact of that support, including contextual developments since the end of that programme especially the status of trained investigators and ToTs.
2. Review the Investigator Development Course 2 curriculum and develop a delivery/implementation plan including schedule of training for the training of targeted investigators at Federal and Federal Member State levels.
3. Undertake an assessment of specialized training courses developed under CIP and revise course material as required for delivery during IDC2 training.
4. In consultation with the IDLO Training Team Leader, advise IDLO on the design and delivery of the ToT training for Police Trainers at Federal and Federal Member State levels to enable the Somali Police to deliver IDC1 & 2.
5. Undertake a training needs assessment (TNA) of specialized training requirements for senior investigators in Somalia and produce a report with recommendations for their professional development and training.
6. Based on the outcome of the training needs assessment, develop a specialized training manual for senior Investigators in Somalia based on IDLO’s adult training methodology.
7. Undertake an assessment of specialized training courses developed by US & UK CT programs and UNDOC TIPSOM and provide coordination and proposals for both training courses to be incorporated into the IDP curriculum.
8. Review INL’s previous effort to develop case management system for the Somali Police and the current IECMS proposals to produce a summary of recommendations on the way to proceed with this initiative.
9. Based on the outcome of the IECMS review and IDLO feedback, develop an implementation plan for the rollout of the Investigation Module of the envisaged Integrated Electronic Case Management System (IECMS) to improve police case management and reporting systems.
10. Over the course of the consultancy, provide ongoing advice and assistance to SOMCIP Programme team on programme delivery and adaptation.

Education and Professional Experience

• University degree in law enforcement, or extensive experience in lieu of the mentioned degree, in combination with a degree or equivalent qualification from an accredited senior police
• 10 (or more) years of extensive work experience in the Law Enforcement operations, management, organizational development, planning, and/or training.
• Work experience in an international environment, essential and extensive experience in the Somali context.
• Proven work experience in Somalia and knowledge of security sector issues in Somalia.

Languages

• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Ability to draft clearly and concisely ideas and concepts in written and oral form.

Specific knowledge, skills, and competencies

• Experience in police training and curriculum development.
• Experience in training methodology and delivering ToT training for police academies.
• Strong interpersonal skills: proven ability to work well with others.

This is a single engagement contract with a duration of 8 months. Applications will be screened on regular basis; a qualified applicant might be recruited before the deadline. In the interest of making most effective use of resources, only the short-listed candidates will be contacted during the selection process.

IDLO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in all areas of its operations. We welcome applications of qualified and diverse candidates.

IDLO is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance at all levels within its workforce. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for IDLO vacancies.

IDLO does not tolerate sexual exploitation or abuse, any kind of harassment, including harassment of a sexual nature, or discrimination. As such, IDLO will conduct careful reference and background checks of all selected candidates as part of its selection process.

Application deadline: 8 April 2024 (23:59hrs Rome Time)