Regional Specialized Officer, RB Nairobi

Training/Education required
At Three-to-four years’ education at a University or other specialized higher education establishment.
 
Experience required

At least three years in legal or police areas. 
Ten years’ experience in the area is required if the post holder does not have the required level of education.
Experience in international police co-operation

Languages

Fluency in English is mandatory. Proficiency in a second official working language of the Organization or additional languages would be an additional asset.
Working knowledge of language(s) spoken in the region would be an additional asset

Specific skills required

Strong communication skills, both in written and oral form (public speaking and delivery of presentations)
Experience in working with computers including knowledge of oral presentations software, business intelligence and word processing software as well as Internet.
Experience in preparing written documents, including intelligence reports, and visual presentations that meet professional standards.
Independently analyze complex/large volume of material.
Work within a multi-faceted investigative team concept.

Special aptitudes required 

Personal and professional maturity;
Ability to maintain objectivity and apply logical reasoning;
Think/plan operationally and strategically,
Transform initiatives into new working practices,
 Ability to work in teams as well as individually;
Ability to work under pressure and meet sudden deadlines;
Good social skills, particularly in a multicultural environment;
Initiative, creativity (original thinking) and curiosity;
Ability to develop and maintain professional networks;
Ability to synthesize
Good listening skills.

In addition to the requirements, the following Assets and Special Aptitudes would be beneficial:

Proficiency in a second working language would be an additional asset.
Experience working in an international environment would be highly desirable, for example, employment in an international organization, or participation in international working groups, joint international projects, etc.