Operations Specialist (NDTF) Reserve List

Vacancy Notice 989

INTERPOL is the world’s largest international police organization, with 196 Member Countries. Created in 1923, it facilitates cross-border police co-operation, and supports and assists all organizations, authorities, and services whose mission is to prevent or combat international crime. 

INTERPOL strives to achieve a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcomes applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. To achieve our Diversity goals, we encourage applications from women and nationals of under/unrepresented member countries who are passionate about our mission. INTERPOL’s recruitment process is merit-based hence all hiring decisions are made considering the applicant’s qualifications and the needs of the Organization.

Job Title: Operations Specialist (NDTF) Reserve List   
Reporting To: Counsel/Coordinator
Location: Lyon 
Type of contract: Fixed-term 
Duration (in months): Depending of the need, up to 3 years*  
Grade: Roster Grade 6   
Number of post: Reserve list exercise
Level of Security screening:  Basic
Deadline for application: 6 May 2025

Conditions applying for all candidates

Only professional experience for which candidates can provide official proof of employment will be considered. Candidates could be requested to provide copies of such official documents prior to interviews/test.

*This selection exercise will be used to generate a reserve list of suitable candidates that may be used to address Organization's similar staffing needs in the future. Any subsequent extension to the initial post will be subject to the terms of the Organization’s Staff Manual, to satisfactory performance and to availability of funds.

Tests/interviews in connection to this selection procedure will take place approximately 2/3 weeks after the deadline for applications. Applicants are kindly requested to plan their availability during this period accordingly, in case they are short-listed.

​Selected candidates will be expected to report for duty approximately two to three months after receiving an offer of employment at the latest.

INTRODUCTION OF POST

The incumbent will be part of the Notices and Diffusions Task Force (NDTF) and will work under the overall supervision of the Executive Director, Legal Affairs, or his/her designee. He/she will participate in the compliance review of Notices and Diffusions, including by conducting quality control assignments, research and document review and communication with member countries. He/she must use professional judgment in performing the duties/tasks assigned to him/her; maintain good communication with his/her supervisor(s) and colleagues; and, given the sensitive nature of the work, perform his/her duties with discretion.
 

PRIMARY DUTIES

DUTY 1 Processing of incoming messages, quality control and compliance checks of Notices and Diffusions
➢ Receives assesses and processes internally incoming messages and requests to NDTF (which may be received in all four official languages);
➢ Performs quality control, compliance review, and publication of Notices and Diffusions, according to the Constitution, the Rules on the Processing of Data and internal guidance such as standard operating procedures;
➢ Liaise with other IPSG units in relation to processing of incoming messages and requests for Notices and Diffusions.
 

DUTY 2 Advanced use of INTERPOL Information System
➢ Performs advanced database searches in INTERPOL Information System and other data processing activities;
➢ Provides advice on data processing activities to NDTF and other IPSG staff, as well as NCBs when required;
➢ Stays abreast with developments in INTERPOL databases, applications, and data processing procedures. Provide suggestions for improvements.

DUTY 3 Open sources research and monitoring
➢ Performs relevant open sources research on assigned cases or subject matters;
➢ Participates in the development of open sources research methodologies;
➢ Monitors international news and maintain geopolitical awareness.
 

DUTY 4 Engagement with member countries
➢ Drafts and exchanges communications with member countries in relation to Notices and Diffusions;
➢ When requested, prepares materials and contributes to the organization of meetings with member countries;
➢ When requested, participates in meetings with representatives of member countries.
 

DUTY 5 Presentations and training
➢ Prepares presentations, communication materials, and training materials in the area of competence;
➢ Delivers presentations, training and assistance in the area of competence;
➢ Develops best practices in processing Notices and Diffusions.
 

DUTY 6 Other duties
Performs any other duties as required by the supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS

All candidates will be assessed on the under mentioned requirements. Please only include professional experience for which you can provide official proof of employment (i.e. pay-slip indicating your functional title, work certificates, etc.). You could be asked to provide copies of such documents prior to interviews/tests. Any discrepancies found between the information stated in any of your application documents and the evidence of employment provided, will be considered misrepresentation and may lead to your disqualification from this selection procedure. This is especially important for your current and previous functional titles (they need to be exactly the same as the one in your contractual agreement), exact dates of employment, description of responsibilities and achievements, reason(s) for leaving and part-time work.

Training/Education required
▪ At least two years’ completed University-level education in an area relevant to the incumbent’s duties is required.
▪ Studies in international relations, law, or foreign languages are desired.
 

Experience required
▪ At least three years' experience in in an area relevant to the incumbent’s duties.

Languages
▪ Fluency in English is required.
▪ Fluency in Arabic is strongly recommended.
▪ Proficiency in French or Spanish would be an additional asset.
 

Specific skills required
▪ Work experience with law enforcement or law entities would be considered an asset;
▪ Experience working in other international organizations would be considered an asset;
▪ Knowledge of criminal law and procedures, or law enforcement actions and practices would be considered an asset;
▪ Strong communication skills, both in written and oral form;
▪ Good computer skills. As a minimum proficiency in standard office word-processing, spreadsheet and presentation software;
▪ Personal and professional maturity;
▪ Ability to work in teams as well as individually;
▪ Ability to work under pressure and produce results on short timelines;
▪ Good drafting skills;
▪ Good listening skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS

▪ Remuneration for appointment on contract: Salary scales of all duty stations of INTERPOL can be found at https://www.interpol.int/What-you-can-do/Careers/Vacancies. The starting point is step 1 and one additional step will be granted for every 3 years of fully relevant experience. The salary scales of INTERPOL’s officials are adjusted at least once per year (more under exceptional circumstances) on the basis of the methodology used for the calculation of the Purchase Power Parity (PPP).
▪ The successful candidate may be offered appointment on a higher step depending upon professional background and experience. For more information regarding conditions of service see Employment conditions for contracted officials available on the Organization’s career website (https://www.interpol.int/What-you-can-do/Careers).
▪ The incumbent may occasionally be required to work occasional overtime based upon workload and to go on missions.
▪ Within the limits of the applicable regulations in the duty station, INTERPOL supports selected candidates’ visa applications and/or special residence permits.

In compliance with INTERPOL’s Confidentiality regime the successful candidate will have to undergo a security screening according to the clearance level attached to the function.
• INTERPOL has four official languages: English, French, Spanish and Arabic.
• INTERPOL retains the right not to make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower or upper grade, to make an appointment with a modified job description or for a shorter or longer duration than indicated above.
• INTERPOL would like to inform candidates that their application may be considered for other similar positions.
• INTERPOL operates a non-smoking policy.