Policy Analyst (SRIUN) Reserve List

Vacancy Notice 1185

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: Policy Analyst (SRIUN) Reserve List 
Reporting To: Special Representative of INTERPOL to the United Nations
Location: One of INTERPOL duty stations
Type of contract: Fixed-term and Short-term contracts
Duration (in months): Different durations, up to 3 years*
Grade: 5   
Level of Security screening:  Basic
Deadline for application: 4 June 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.

* Subsequent extension to this 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 6 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.

This selection exercise may be used to generate a reserve list of suitable candidates that may be used to address Organization's similar staffing needs in the future.

INTRODUCTION OF THE POST

INTERPOL is a Permanent Observer at the United Nations since 1996. The Office of the Special Representative of INTERPOL to the United Nations is a small team working in close cooperation with the UN in New York and the UN in Vienna, as well as the Organization of American States (OAS).

Under the supervision of the Special Representative of INTERPOL to the United Nations (SRIUN), the incumbent is expected to produce background materials, policy reports and strategic assessments in support of the work of SRIUN in a flexible team approach by researching, developing and implementing dynamic and innovative policy solutions and legal support which help promote the global law enforcement perspective in multilateral frameworks. The incumbent will attend and contribute to UN meetings and initiatives, nurture and foster contact with partner UN organizations and agencies as well as Permanent Missions.

PRIMARY DUTIES

DUTY 1

Provide analytical reports, policy analysis, legal analysis, strategic advice and recommendations in relation to the developments made under major intergovernmental mechanisms; and support INTERPOL’s positioning in these frames.

DUTY 2

Perform research and analysis of legal and policy documents and all types of resources to provide a comprehensive understanding of the relevant issues and developments at the United Nations and their impact on international law enforcement cooperation mechanisms.

DUTY 3
Monitor and contribute to multilateral processes and events pertaining to common UN and INTERPOL priorities, including international security and the achievement of UN Agenda 2030.
DUTY 4
Draft speeches, presentations and briefing material in support to conferences, missions, visits, and bilateral/multilateral meetings.
DUTY 5
Support the delivery of the SRUN’s public diplomacy and outreach strategy, including liaising with Permanent Missions, international partners and organizations, and other relevant stakeholders.
DUTY 6
Coordinate and support the engagement of substantial units in UN events and processes including by providing strategic advice and building internal knowledge on UN matters.
DUTY 7 

Provide a wide range of support activities in preparation of outreach activities, including event coordination, organization of bilateral meetings and correspondence with member countries.

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 three years’ University education in the field of political science, international relations, international public law, international law or business management (Masters would be an additional asset)

Experience required

• At least three years of experience in legal and policy analysis. Experience with an organization dealing with international affairs and/or international security and/or criminal matters would be definite assets.
• Interest in the working areas of new and emerging technologies.
• Experience in working in an international, multilateral setting is desirable. Experience with the United Nations would be considered an additional asset.
• Exposure to outreach and public diplomacy would be an asset.
• Proficiency in standard office word-processing; spreadsheet, database and presentation software is required
• Experience in coordinating and handling a multi-disciplinary portfolio of tasks and duties.

Languages

• Proficiency in English is required (both in written and oral form).
• Working knowledge of an additional INTERPOL official language (Spanish, French or Arabic) would be an asset.

Abilities required

• Personal and professional maturity.
• Strong communication skills, both in written and oral form.
• Ability to work in a team as well as individually.
• Ability to work persistently and under pressure, with discipline and high degree of self-motivation;
• Ability to use innovative thinking to develop unique solutions.
• Ability to synthesize.
• Good social skills, particularly in a multicultural environment.
• Ability to develop and maintain professional networks.
• Willingness to learn.
• Good listening skills.