The Need
International Justice Mission (IJM) Kenya brings relief to victims of child sexual assault, police abuse of power and false imprisonment. IJM seeks to hold to account perpetrators of these crimes and seeks to bring transformation to the public justice system to work for the poor.
IJM is seeking for a qualified and energetic professional to be part of the IJM’s Investigations Team. We are looking for someone passionate for the mission and highly motivated about using their investigative skills and experience to effect positive change in the public justice system. This position is based in Kenya and requires regular travel within and out of Nairobi.
Responsibilities
Investigations and Leadership
- Conduct thorough investigations in cases of child sexual abuse, in police abuse and false imprisonment cases with a view of providing information that will lead to securing convictions of the perpetrators of the abuse;
- With guidance from the Director of Investigations, plan and implement case strategy and manage relationships within the community to assist with investigations;
- Identify, evaluate and select among various methods of formal and informal investigative techniques;
- Conduct forensic interviews for victims of child sexual abuse;
- Create thorough and persuasive written case reports, detailing factual and investigative analyses;
- Liaise with law enforcement agencies regularly, regarding crime tendencies, criminal activities (within IJM’s mandate), security and safety issues that may pose a threat to IJM assets, staff or clients;
- Create routine written reports, detailing case developments and best practices;
- Use structured analysis to evaluate case referrals; assess case success probability and submit recommendations accordingly;
- Prepare IJM clients and staff for police interviews and other inquiries;
- Participate in development and implementation of investigations strategies that assist to meet IJM’s Public Justice System Transformation goals;
- Participate in project monitoring and evaluation by periodical review of project targets, case management best practices and departmental procedures;
- Manage and mentor at least one Investigations Intern per year; the investigations intern will assist with investigative research and other substantive casework activities;
- Provide leadership to the department during extended absences or vacancies by the Director of Investigations; including assisting in recruiting field office staff by reviewing CVs, interviewing and providing input as to the final decision; and
- Participate in drafting of IJM Kenya security protocols, train and ensure that the Kenyan staff comply with them.
Training
- Participate in spiritual formation and professional development training;
- Participate in the development of a training curriculum for police officers and prosecutors;
- Participate in the training of police officers, prosecutors, the local community and any other interested persons on various investigative issues; and
- Carry out other additional assignments given by the Director of Investigations.
Required Skills and Experience
- Minimum of 5 years experience conducting criminal investigations, with the Criminal Investigations Department (CID), including undercover and/or special operations assignments; and/or other relevant work experience;
- Proven ability to develop and conduct investigations of criminal activity by public officers or officials;
- Proven critical thinking and problem solving skills;
- Valid certificate of good conduct;
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; and
- Valid driver’s license.
Critical Qualities
- Mature orthodox Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed;
- High level of self-motivation and personal initiative;
- Ability to work independently and as a part of a team;
- Creative and energetic problem solver;
- Extremely high level of honesty and integrity;
- Ability to work well under stress and deadline pressures.
