Gender Equality Focal Point for the International Criminal Court (P-4)

22382 | Registry 

Special Notice:

The appointment on this established post is subject to the post being approved by the Assembly of States Parties at the 21st Session in December 2022.

For initial appointments, the Court offers a two-year appointment with the possibility of extension (six month probationary period).

A roster of suitable candidates may be established for this post as a result of this selection process for both fixed-term established and general temporary assistance posts.

Organizational Context

The Principals of the International Criminal Court (“ICC”) have been committed to the establishment of a Gender Equality Focal Point. In 2019, on the heels of previous discussions, and following the 2018 Staff Engagement Survey, the President, the Prosecutor and the Registrar implemented their previous agreement to establish a Gender Equality Focal Point at the Court to respond to and address gender issues in the organization. These issues were also flagged by the Independent Experts Review Report in 2020. 

The Focal Point’s position was first established in March 2021 at an interim level, through internal recruitment. The Focal Point was mandated to carry out six main functions in order to implement its role: (i) monitoring the Court’s progress in achieving gender equality, (ii) advocacy on behalf of ICC personnel on policy issues impacting women and gender equality, (iii) individual counselling to ICC personnel on matters relevant to the mandate; (iv) raising awareness on gender equality through training, workshops and events; (v) advising on gender parity targets; and (vi) role in recruitment and selection processes.

The Focal Point shall have the standing to do their job effectively and independently. The Focal Point reports to the Principals of the Court. For administrative purposes (e.g. leave requests and coordinating the performance appraisal process), the Focal Point will administratively report to Chief of the Human Resources Section in the Registry.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the three Principals of the Court, the incumbent performs following duties:

(i)            Support the Principals of the Court by monitoring the Court’s progress in achieving gender equality, through the collection and analysis of quantitative and qualitative data, and regular reporting on activities and results;

(ii)           Support the Principals of the Court by advocating on behalf of ICC personnel on policy issues impacting women and gender equality;

(iii)          Support the Principals of the Court and the relevant offices by providing advice and developing strategies and concrete actions to progress towards gender balance in the organization, including by advising on gender parity targets and supporting human resources efforts in developing training and in reviewing policies, working methods and tools related to recruitment and staff well-being and engagement, looking in particular at senior positions and job functions where women are under-represented, also taking into account a balanced geographical representation; the Focal Point will also be involved in concrete recruitment and selection processes across the organization;

(iv)         Support the Principals of the Court by leading, developing and implementing awareness raising activities, including training programmes, workshops and events on gender equality related topics;

(v)          Support the Principals of the Court by ensuring visibility, institutionalization and sustainability within and outside the Court for its efforts towards gender equality, including by:

a. developing and coordinating statements and strategies related to gender equality, such as the Court-wide Strategy on Gender Equality and Workplace Culture, as well as supporting the Court Principals in reporting to the ASP and the IER Review Mechanism on gender equality and gender balance matters; 

b. integrating gender equality and concrete deliverables in the Court-wide and organ-specific Strategic Plans;

c. organizing and participating in internal and external relevant events;

d. developing and participating in internal and external networks to further coordinate and maximize efforts towards gender equality at the ICC; and

e. supporting efforts towards the integration of the mandate in annual budget negotiations with States Parties;

(vi)         Support the Principals of the Court by advising ICC managers, supervisors, Heads of Organs, Directors of Divisions/Heads of Offices/Chiefs of Sections and team leaders, at their request, in fulfilling their responsibilities for the achievement of a harmonious work environment, free from discrimination, harassment, and abuse of authority at all levels;

(vii)        Support Counsel and external support teams, at their request, in fulfilling their responsibilities for the achievement of a harmonious work environment, free from discrimination, harassment, and abuse of authority at all levels.

Essential Qualifications

Education:

The Focal Point must have an advanced university degree in areas such as Gender Studies, Social Studies, Business or Public Administration, International Development or International Public Law, with a gender focus, or any other related area is required. A first level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience is accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience:

A minimum of seven years (nine years with a first level university degree) progressively responsible professional experience in advising senior management and implementing actions and strategies related to gender equality, workplace culture and diversity and inclusion methodologies in the workplace is required. Demonstrated experience with engaging with senior and varied stakeholders is required.

Experience with the development of training, campaigns and communication materials and tools is required. Experience working in a judicial, multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment is a strong asset.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Demonstrated interest in issues related to gender in the workplace;
• Knowledge and understanding of gender issues and gender specific methodologies;
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with management is required;
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to act as an effective team player;
• Ability to build trust;      
• Sensitivity and respect for equity, diversity and inclusion;              
• Knowledge of the Court’s governance framework and human resources functions at the Court;
• Able to adapt to multicultural and multilingual working environments;
• Possesses strong teamwork skills (listens, consults and communicates proactively);
• Ability to deal with uncertain situations;
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills;
• Possesses excellent report writing/drafting and communication skills.

Knowledge of languages:

Fluency in one of the working languages of the Court, English or French, is required. Working knowledge of the other working language of the Court is highly desirable. Knowledge of another official language of the Court (Arabic, Chinese, Russian and Spanish) is considered as asset.