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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