Thank you Pa Saikou.

Baba

On Fri, 15 Jun 2018 8:04 PM Pa. Saikou Kujabi, <
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> Great job Baba. Keep up the good job. I have no doubt that you will
> deliver as expected.
>
> Thank you so much,
> Pa. Saikou Kujabi.
>
>
> On Thursday, June 14, 2018 12:41 PM, Baba Jallow <[log in to unmask]>
> wrote:
>
>
> *Truth, Reconciliation and Reparations Commission (TRRC)*
> *First Round Job Postings*
>
> *The Truth, Reconciliation and Reparations Commission (TRRC) Secretariat
> invites applications from qualified persons for the following positions.
> Interested candidates are encouraged to carefully read the terms of
> reference and ensure that their applications are received before the
> deadline. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Due to
> the high volume of applications expected for these positions, only
> shortlisted candidates will be contacted after the deadline.*
>
>
> *GENERAL BACKGROUND*
>
> In December 2017, The Gambia’s National Assembly passed an Act to
> establish a Truth, Reconciliation and Reparations Commission mandated to
> investigate and establish an impartial historical record of the nature,
> causes and extent of violations and abuses of human rights committed during
> the period July 1994 to January 2017 and to consider the granting of
> reparations to victims and for connected matters.  The TRRC seeks the
> first batch of qualified individuals to help fulfill this Mandate.
> *AVAILABLE POSITIONS*
>
> *Director of Communications, Outreach and Media Unit*
> *Communications, Outreach and Media Unit*
>
> *About this position*
> The TRRC Communications, Outreach and Media Unit is responsible for
> building and maintaining an open channel for dialogue between the TRRC and
> the Gambian population. It will serve as the public face of the TRRC and be
> responsible for communicating the work, updates and findings of the
> Commission to the public.  The Unit will liaise with journalists covering
> the work of the Commission.
> The Communications, Outreach and Media team will, in conjunction with
> other units of the Commission, be responsible for organizing and
> publicizing public hearings.  The Outreach and Media team will include
> five regional officers responsible for organizing public hearings in their
> localities.
> The Communications, Outreach and Media Unit will help organize and
> coordinate the public events and educational activities of the TRRC.  This
> work will be conducted in close collaboration with civil society and aim to
> promote reconciliation, dialogue, memorialization and learning about the
> past with a view to promoting the mandate of the TRRC. Public events may
> include music, art shows, theatre, film screenings, vigils or prayers,
> community town halls, educational, religious or cultural events, or any
> other format meaningful to TRRC constituents.
>
> *Duties and responsibilities*
> ·        Develop a comprehensive communication and outreach strategy in
> consultation with senior TRRC staff
> ·        Direct a team responsible for issuing press releases, work
> updates, interviews, radio programs and other communications
> ·        Oversee use of diverse media outlets to raise awareness and
> build interest in the TRRC
> ·        Oversee management of the TRRC website and social media
> ·        Collaborate with Commissioners and other TRRC Units to ensure
> the high quality and accuracy of all reports and communications
> ·        Oversee coordination and liaisons with journalists and other
> representatives of the media
> ·        In collaboration with the reconciliation officers and civil
> society partners, organize public events aimed at promoting reconciliation,
> dialogue, memorialization and civic education
> ·        Oversee organization, advertising and management of public
> hearings in conjunction with other Units. This will include supporting the
> broadcast of public hearings on radio and television
> ·        Work closely with civil society partners to promote civic
> education
> ·        Assist the Commission in developing, editing and disseminating
> all its reports
> ·        Collaborate with experts, partners, donors and other
> institutions as necessary
> ·        Promote a team based and multi-disciplinary approach to
> Communications, Outreach and Media work
> ·        Collaborate with the different components of the Commission to
> realize the mandate of the Commission
> ·        Knowledge of French is an added advantage
> *Requirements for appointment*
> For appointment to this post, a candidate must:
>
>    - Have a minimum of 10 years untarnished professional experience in
>    communications, journalism, television or radio production, media, or
>    related field
>    - Have a university degree or equivalent professional qualification in
>    journalism, media or related field
>    - Demonstrated proficiency across multiple media disciplines (i.e.
>    print, radio, online)
>    - Experience in communication and/or outreach campaigns on human
>    rights and/or for a large organization a strong asset
>    - Experience in production of television or radio programming a strong
>    asset
>    - Knowledge of and commitment to high ethical standards of reporting
>    especially as it applies to sensitive and potentially stigmatizing material
>    is required
>    - Ability to quickly produce high quality reporting and to edit the
>    work of others
>    - Excellent written and verbal communication skills
>    - Proficient with relevant computer applications including social
>    media
>    - Demonstrated ability to communicate complex information in an
>    accessible and captivating way
>    - Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
>    - Not have been involved in, or associated with, any questionable
>    activity or matter connected to the subject matter of the Commission’s
>    mandate
>    - Knowledge of French will be an added advantage
>
> The Director of the Communications, Outreach and Media Unit will be
> responsible to the Commissioners for the communications, outreach and media
> needs of the Commission. She/he will report to the Executive Secretary.
> *Important information for all candidates*
>
> *Deadline for applications:* June 25, 2018
> *Duration of Appointment: *One year, with the possibility of extension
> subject to the availability of funds
>
> *Remuneration:* A competitive salary is offered, subject to professional
> qualifications and experience
> *Send applications and supporting documents to: The Executive Secretary,
> TRRC, C/O Ministry of Justice, Marina Parade, Banjul*; *Or email to:
> [log in to unmask] <[log in to unmask]>*
>
>
> ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
>
> *Director of Research and Investigations Unit*
> *Research and Investigations Unit*
>
> *About this position*
> The Director of Research and Investigations at the TRRC will help
> establish and direct a team of researchers and investigators tasked with
> uncovering human rights violations committed during the mandate period of
> the TRRC. Research and investigations will be based on statements
> collected, forensic investigations including exhumations, and other sources
> of evidence (i.e. experts, site visit, archives).   In addition to
> thoroughly investigating statements and forensic evidence on select cases,
> the investigation team may also research wider truths about patterns,
> themes and consequences of human rights violations. At the end of its
> mandate, the Research and Investigations Unit will prepare a comprehensive
> report which sets out its activities and findings based on objective
> analysis of the research and evidence collected. This report will form part
> of the Commission’s final report  to the President and National Assembly.
> The Director of the Research and Investigations Unit will be responsible
> to the Commissioners for the investigative needs of the Commission. She/he
> will report to the Executive Secretary.
>
>
> *Specific duties and responsibilities will entail: *
>
>    - Develop strategy and work plans for the investigations of the
>    Commission, in collaboration with Commissioners and the Executive Secretary
>    - Help establish the Research and Investigations Unit and participate
>    in staff recruitment
>    - Investigate allegations made to the Commission in statements,
>    interviews, hearings and other procedures
>    - Direct the TRRC statement-taking team
>    - Collaborate with relevant TRRC staff and others in developing the
>    Commission database and other investigative tools
>    - Collaborate with legal team to identify victims and perpetrators
>    - Assist the Commission to make findings of individual and
>    institutional responsibility
>    - Assist the Commission in researching themes, patterns, root causes
>    and consequences of human rights violations
>    - Under the direction of the Commission exercise the investigative
>    powers set out in Section 15 of the TRRC Act
>    - Promote a team-based and multi-disciplinary approach to
>    investigations
>    - Collaborate with the different components of the Commission to
>    realize the mandate of the Commission
>
> *Requirements for appointment*
> For appointment to this post, a candidate must:
>
>    - Have a degree in law or other social sciences, humanities or related
>    fields, or in lieu, have a minimum of 10 years untarnished professional
>    experience as a senior investigator, prosecutor, magistrate,  or
>    senior researcher in a related field
>    - Demonstrated ability to conduct and supervise complex investigations
>    into human rights violations
>    - Understand the e- vidential considerations of the different
>    investigations to be carried out  by the Commission
>    - Have strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and
>    inspire staff
>    - Have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
>    - Have excellent writing skills and be able to produce reports and
>    review and edit the work of others
>    - Excellent English language skills are required, proficiency in one
>    or more local languages is considered a major asset
>    - Be proficient in relevant computer applications including the use of
>    data analysis software;
>    - Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
>    - Not have been involved in, or associated with, any questionable
>    activity or matter connected to the subject matter of the Commission’s
>    mandate
>    - Knowledge of French will be an added advantage
>
>
> *Important information for all candidates*
> *Deadline for applications:* June 25, 2018
> *Duration of Appointment: *One year, with the possibility of extension
> subject to availability of funds
>
> *Remuneration:* A competitive salary is offered, subject to professional
> qualifications and/or experience
>
> *Send applications and supporting documents to: The Executive Secretary,
> TRRC, C/O Ministry of Justice, Marina Parade, Banjul; Or email to:
> [log in to unmask] <[log in to unmask]>*
>
> *---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------*
> *Research Assistants (5 positions available)*
> *Research and Investigations Unit*
>
> *About this position*
> Research assistants will work closely with investigators to collect and
> store information and evidence including documentary evidence such as
> witness statements, forensic and other evidence collected by investigators
> for use by the Commission. They shall be responsible for entering,
> retrieving and managing information using database in searchable format.
> They shall act as the interface between investigators and the Commission in
> the collection and presentation of evidence before the Commission.
> Research assistants will report to the Director of the Research and
> Investigations Unit.
>
> *Specific duties and responsibilities will entail: *
>
>
>    - Under the direction of the Unit head, research assistants shall
>    receive evidence from investigators and store them in searchable format
>    - Provide information including evidence to the Commission when
>    requested
>    - Collaborate with investigators and legal officers to build cases and
>    identify victims and perpetrators
>    - Research thematic issues such as the impact of violations on women
>    and children
>    - Participate in a team-based and multi-disciplinary approach to
>    conducting research
>    - Develop a research database and efficient system of storing and
>    retrieving information
>
>
> *Requirements for appointment*
> For appointment to this post, a candidate must:-
>
>    - Have a minimum of 3 years untarnished professional experience as a
>    researcher, social scientist, criminologist, human rights defender or
>    related field
>    - Demonstrated experience undertaking social research projects or
>    related investigative work
>    - Have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
>    - Have excellent writing skills and be able to produce reports
>    - Excellent English language skills are required, proficiency in one
>    or more local languages is considered a major asset
>    - Be proficient in relevant computer applications. Working knowledge
>    of qualitative and/or quantitative data analysis software considered an
>    asset
>    - Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
>    - Not have been involved in, or associated with, any questionable
>    activity or matter connected to the subject matter of the Commission’s
>    mandate
>
> *Important information for all candidates*
> *Deadline for applications:* June 25, 2018
> *Duration of Appointment: *One year, with the possibility of extension
> subject to availability of funds
>
> *Remuneration:* A competitive salary is offered, subject to professional
> qualifications, and experience
>
> *Send applications and supporting documents to: The Executive Secretary,
> TRRC, C/O Ministry of Justice, Marina Parade, Banjul; Or email to:
> [log in to unmask] <[log in to unmask]>*
>
>
> *---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
> *
> *Investigators (9 positions available)*
> *Research and Investigations Unit*
>
> *About this position*
> Investigators will be responsible for uncovering and verifying allegations
> of human rights violations committed during the mandate period of the TRRC.
>  The investigations will be based on statements collected, forensic
> investigations including exhumations, and other sources of evidence (i.e.
> experts, site visits, archives).  In addition to thoroughly investigating
> statements and forensic evidence on select cases, the investigative team
> will also research wider truths about patterns, themes and consequences of
> human rights violations. At the end of its mandate, the Research and
> Investigations Unit will assist in preparing a comprehensive report which
> sets out its activities and findings based on objective analysis of the
> research and evidence collected.
> Investigators will report to the Director of the Research and
> Investigations Unit.
>
> *Specific duties and responsibilities will entail: *
> ·        Work closely with data-analysts, case lawyers, researchers and
> statement takers to investigate violations as set out in Section 14 of
> the TRRC Act
>
>    - Specific tasks will include gathering evidence, verifying testimony
>    and conduct detailed investigations into illustrative and emblematic cases
>    - Conduct forensic investigations and missing person search and/or
>    exhumations
>    - Proficiently use the TRRC database and other investigative tools
>    - Collaborate with legal team to build cases identifying victims and
>    perpetrators
>    - Assist the Head of the Truth Seeking Unit with its other
>    investigative needs and support the statement taking, hearings and other
>    commission phases
>    - Assist the Head of the Research and Investigations Unit in
>    developing a final report at the conclusion of the TRRC mandate
>    - Participate in a team based and multi-disciplinary approach to
>    investigations
>    - Collaborate as necessary with the different components of the
>    Commission to realize the mandate of the Commission
>
>
> *Requirements for appointment*
> For appointment to this post, a candidate must:-
>
>    - Have a minimum of 3 years untarnished professional experience as a
>    legal practitioner, criminologist, investigator, or other professional or
>    related experience
>    - Have demonstrated experience undertaking complex investigations
>    - Have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
>    - Have excellent writing skills and be able to produce reports
>    - Excellent English language skills are required, proficiency in one
>    or more local language is considered a major asset
>    - Be proficient in relevant computer applications
>    - Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
>    - Not have been involved in, or associated with, any questionable
>    activity or matter connected to the subject matter of the Commission’s
>    mandate
>
>
> *Important information for all candidates*
> *Deadline for applications:* June 25, 2018
> *Duration of Appointment: *One year, with the possibility of extension
> subject to the availability of funds
>
>
> *Remuneration:* A competitive salary is offered, subject to professional
> qualifications and experience
>
> *Send applications and supporting documents to: The Executive Secretary,
> TRRC, C/O Ministry of Justice, Marina Parade, Banjul; Or email to:
> [log in to unmask] <[log in to unmask]>*
>
>
> *---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------*
>
> *Statement Takers (20 positions available)*
> *Research and Investigations Unit*
>
> *Duties and responsibilities*
>
> Taking statements from victims, perpetrators, witnesses and experts is the
> primary research method of the TRRC. Statement taking will be conducted in
> both English and local languages at commission headquarters and in regional
> offices. In some cases, statement taking will also be conducted by mobile
> teams. Statement taking methodologies will be adapted to local
> considerations to ensure TRRC work does not negatively disrupt community
> dynamics or expose victims who may be at risk of stigmatization or
> perpetrator retaliation.   Precautions will be taken to ensure that the
> safety and wellbeing of victims is a paramount priority during statement
> taking, particularly when victims testify on sexual violence, forced HIV
> treatments and other potentially stigmatizing human rights violations.  In
> some cases, minors who are victims of human rights violations may also
> give statements to the TRRC but this will require statement takers to
> receive specific training on child protection and child-appropriate
> interview techniques.
> Statement takers will report to the Director of the Research and
> Investigations Unit
>
>
> *Duties and responsibilities*
>
> ·        Participate in required trainings on use of statement taking
> questionnaires and interview protocol
> ·        Take statements in the form of narrative interviews from
> victims, witness and perpetrators of human rights violations. Statements
> will be in English or local languages, as required
> ·        Show respect and professionalism to all persons interviewed
> ·        Work in close collaboration with regional TRRC office staff to
> ensure statement-taking procedures are adapted to individual and community
> needs
> ·        Work in close collaboration with local NGOs, social workers and
> other community focal points to facilitate psycho-social and other support
> services
> ·        As needed, assist other members of the Research and
> Investigations Unit in coding statements
> ·        As needed, assist other members of the Research and
> Investigations Unit in data analysis
> ·        As needed, assist in outreach, communication and educative
> activities of the TRRC
> ·        Work as a collaborative and supportive team member
> ·        Take responsibility for personal and professional wellbeing by
> seeking assistance as needed
>
>
> *Requirements for appointment*
>
> A candidate must:-
>
>    - Have at least 2 years of untarnished professional experience in
>    social science research and/or social work and/or psychology, and/or
>    forensic investigations, and/or other relevant qualifications and experience
>    - Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
>    - Have good English language skills and proficiency in at least one
>    local language (proficiency in multiple local languages is considered a
>    strong asset)
>    - Demonstrate unquestionable integrity, professionalism and
>    uncompromised discretion
>    - Must be able to show respect and professionalism to persons from all
>    backgrounds, age, genders and life experiences
>    - Ability to maintain calm and professionalism in stressful and
>    potentially distressing circumstances
>    - Be result-oriented with the ability to multi-task
>    - Not have been involved in, or associated with, any questionable
>    activity or matter connected to the subject matter of the Commission’s
>    mandate.
>
> *Important information for all candidates*
>
> *Deadline for applications:* June 25, 2018
>
> *Duration of Appointment: *Six months, with the possibility of extension
>
> *Duty Station: *Banjul – position entails travel outside of the duty
> station. Note that a select number of statement takers will be stationed in
> regional offices for longer term postings.
>
> *Remuneration:* A competitive salary is offered, subject to professional
> qualifications and experience
>
> *Send applications and supporting documents to: The Executive Secretary,
> TRRC, C/O Ministry of Justice, Marina Parade, Banjul; Or email to:
> [log in to unmask] <[log in to unmask]>*
>
>
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