Assistant Director, Strategy and Outreach Sub-Directorate

INTERPOL VACANCY NOTICE NO. 12/74/EDIGCI/DCIO/S&O This vacancy announcement pertains to law enforcement officials within INTERPOL's member countries only. Please read the Conditions of Secondment in force at INTERPOL by following the link: Conditions of secondment. Please be aware that your home Administration/Agency/Service/Government will be responsible for all of your salary/remuneration, social insurance, pension contributions, welfare benefits, family allowances, benefits during your assignment at INTERPOL as well as travel, removal expenses related to your arrival at and departure from INTERPOL and any other related costs depending on your circumstances.  It is requested that you obtain in writing, confirmation from your home Administration/Agency/Service/Government that it agrees with these CONDITIONS OF SECONDMENT PRIOR TO APPLYING THROUGH THE NCB. INTERPOL is the world’s largest international police organization, with 190 Member States. 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 is now looking for a qualified candidate to serve as Assistant Director within the Strategy and Outreach Sub-Directorate* in the INTERPOL Cyber Innovation and Outreach Directorate. Job Title: Assistant Director, Strategy and Outreach Reporting To: Director, Cyber Innovation and Outreach Location: IGCI, Singapore** Duration: Three-year secondment Grade:  Grade 2 Security Clearance Level:  Enhanced Deadline for applications: 31 December 2012 The key goal of the incumbent shall be to assist the Director (Cyber Innovation and Outreach) to address the issues of cybercrime through the development and enhancement of investigation and operational support undertaken by the Organization in combating cybercrime in line with the organizational strategic direction and priorities.   Primary Duties Development of Partnership on Cybersecurity Strategy Strengthen co-operation and capacity among the law enforcement community and member countries in addressing cybercrime and cybersecurity issues. Support INTERPOL’s engagement of the public and private sector, academia, and international partners on innovative systems and solutions to securing national public and private sector critical cyberspace and information technology infrastructures. Evolve the networking among all stakeholders in purpose of harmonizing global effort to fight against cybercrimes. Lead and develop public-private collaborative efforts with INTERPOL’s partners in conceptualizing and designing innovative technological solutions to enhance digital security. Management of Outreach Initiative/Programme on Cybersecurity Develop initiatives and outreach programmes among member countries that aid their law enforcement community’s ability to better target and investigate cybercrime and improve cybersecurity. Organize outreach programmes that raise awareness, enhance co-operation, and promote information-sharing on cybercrime trends and discussions on global cybercrime strategies such as the initiation of regional working parties and training workshops. Strategic Analysis of Cybersecurity Trend Monitor international, regional and various national developments in policies and programmes, and legal norms and instruments that relate to areas such as cybercrime, digital security and other digital identity technologies to keep INTERPOL abreast of relevant changes affecting the law enforcement community’s capacity to combat cybercrime. Work closely with the Cybercrime Investigative Support, Digital Forensics Laboratory and Research & Innovation Sub-Directorates on further developing methodologies and techniques that support member countries’ investigations into cybercrime and to set new norms in dealing with cybersecurity. Performs other related duties as required by the Director Cyber Innovation and Outreach. Requirements All candidates will be assessed on the under mentioned requirements. Education At least five years’ University education (Specialization, Masters or Doctorate) Experience Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the area in question, and where necessary proven experience in management. Profound expertise in the area of cybersecurity in a law enforcement environment. Experience in cybersecurity and internet related crimes. Knowledge of cyberspace related technology and cybercrime investigation techniques and developments. Extensive knowledge of current computer, communications and digital technologies. Experience in the design and management of databases and information sharing platforms. Experience in development of strategic partnerships, outreach and programme development. Languages Professional fluency in English required.  Working knowledge in at least another official working language required. Technical Competencies Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural and diverse environment; Personal and professional maturity in the areas of reliability, decisiveness and emotional well-being; Strong communication skills, both in written and oral form; Ability to work persistently and under pressure; Ability to use innovative thinking to develop unique solutions; 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. Working knowledge in more languages would be considered as an additional asset Working Conditions This post is to be filled on the basis of a secondment. Remuneration: INTERPOL does not pay salary to seconded officials. Depending on the nationality of the official, an expatriation allowance may be paid for a maximum period of six years. For more information regarding conditions of service see Employment conditions for seconded officials available on the website (www.interpol.int). This post requires occasional travel on missions, sometimes of a long duration and at short notice. The incumbent will be occasionally required to work irregular hours or overtime based upon workload. *The Organization reserves the right to modify the Directorate and/or Sub-Directorate’s name and internal structure. This may have an impact on the functional title and reporting lines of this position. **The Organization reserves the right to change the duty station proposed in the present circular at any time, subject to the rules in force, and will inform the authorities concerned accordingly.
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