Associate Legal Officer, P2 at Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance Office of Human Resources

Responsibilities

1. The Associate Legal Officers will be responsible for providing legal support in handling disciplinary cases referred to OHR for appropriate action and providing advice on human resources and administrative matters, in the context of formal proceedings before the Organization's internal justice system relating to appeals of disciplinary matters filed before the United Nations Dispute Tribunal.

Duties will include:

1. Review and prepare recommendations related to the processing of disciplinary matters.
2. Assist in the preparation of submissions to the United Nations Dispute Tribunal, ensuring that they meet procedural requirements and identifying, where applicable, cases that are amenable to informal resolution.
3. Assist in representing the Secretary-General in oral proceedings before the Dispute Tribunal.
4. Assist in responding to inquiries and correspondence.
5. Draft, review and advise on legal documents and correspondence, contributing to the identification of issues and ensuring that they are consistent with the interpretation and application of administrative law.
6. Conduct legal research and provide detailed analysis of cases and jurisprudence.
7. Assist the Section in producing accurate, comprehensive documentation required under the disciplinary process and submissions.
8. Assist in maintaining the Section’s relevant databases and registers (electronic and online).
9. Perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies

Professionalism:

1. Knowledge of, and ability to apply, legal principles, concepts and procedures and terminology for review, examination, and processing of a range of legal documents.
2. Knowledge of various legal research sources, including electronic, and ability to conduct research and analyze information on a wide range of legal issues.
3. Ability to interpret and apply legislative instruments, develop and present results, recommendations, and opinions clearly and concisely.
4. Ability to draft legal papers and work under pressure.
5. Ability to apply good legal judgment in the context of assignments given.
6. Shows pride in work and in achievements.
7. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns.
8. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
9. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Communication:

1. Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately.
2. Asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication.
3. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience.
4. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Planning and Organizing:

1. Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies.
2. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required.
3. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work.
4. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning.
5. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently.

Education

• An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) in law or other related area is required.
• A first-level university degree (Bachelor's degree or equivalent) in combination with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• A first-level university degree and no experience will be accepted for candidates who have passed the Young Professionals Programme Examination (YPP), the United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P).

Job - Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

• A minimum of two years of legal experience, including litigation at the national or international level is required.
• No experience is required for candidates who have passed the United Nations Young Professionals Programme Examination (YPP), the United Nations Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the G to P Examination (G to P). Experience in litigating administrative law matters is desirable. Experience in conducting workplace related investigations or handling disciplinary matters in an international organization is desirable.