International Justice Mission (IJM) is a fast-growing international organization working to protect some of the most vulnerable and oppressed people from violent forces of injustice by securing rescue and restoration for victims and ensuring public justice systems work for the poor. IJM is seeking two skilled and experienced Investigators who will be responsible for conducting and monitoring forced labor trafficking investigations and securing reliable, timely and actionable information concerning victims and perpetrators of criminal activity within the project area.  These positions are based in Accra, Ghana and report to the Director of Investigations of IJM Ghana.

Responsibilities

•   Develop a thorough working knowledge of relevant laws and criminal procedures regarding investigations;
•   Develop a thorough working knowledge of the modus operandi of forced labor traffickers in the project area;
•   Maintain strict confidentiality of all investigations, investigative strategies, and other privileged and sensitive information;
•   Assist the Director of Investigations to recruit and maintain a network of operatives and informants who provide reliable, timely and actionable information regarding cases of forced labor trafficking;
•   Assist the Director of Investigations to properly strategize forced labor trafficking investigations;
•   Liaise and advocate with relevant Ghanaian law enforcement officers regarding appropriate forced labor investigations, rescue operations and arrest operations;
•   Assist the Director of Investigations in building the capacity of Ghanaian law enforcement;
•   Conduct collaborative and independent forced labor trafficking investigations;
•   Conduct collaborative and independent surveillance to locate victims and suspects;
•   Write detailed, daily investigative reports and submit them to the Director of Investigations, Field Office Director, or his designee, in a timely manner;
•   Assist the Director of Investigations to draft detailed plans for rescue and arrest operations;
•   Assist the Director of Investigations to build relationships of mutual trust and benefit with key government and non-government actors to ensure holistic care and protection of IJM clients consistent with the law and best practices;
•   Assist the Director of Investigations to implement, monitor and evaluate strategies and best practices for effective IJM-assisted investigations and interventions on behalf of victims;
•   Assist the Director of Investigations to implement rigorous systems for effective monitoring, evaluation and reporting of IJM Ghana’s collaborative casework activities and programming;
•   Serve, if necessary, as a witness to the crimes committed;
•   Comply with all IJM, government, and donor requirements;
•   Develop and maintain strong relationships with members of other departments within the Field Office; and
•   Carry out additional assignments as required by the Director of Investigations, FOD or his designee.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university preferred but not required;
•   One year experience in conducting criminal investigation preferred but not required;
•   Fluency and professionalism in oral and written communication in English Ewe and Twi;
•   Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office applications preferred but not required;
•   No criminal record; and
•   Licensed and able to drive a four-wheeled motor vehicle.

Critical Qualities

•   Mature orthodox Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed;
•   Willingness to work under potentially hazardous conditions;
•   Meticulous attention to detail;
•   Disciplined with priorities;
•   Patient and able to work well under stress;
•   Excellent interpersonal skills, personable, with a heart for service and sustained positive attitude;
•   Punctual; manages time and resources effectively;
•   Diplomatic, flexible, and mature in judgment;
•   Effective team player and leader; and
•   Evident passion to help people suffering injustice and oppression.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified candidates should click the link below

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Closing Date: 30 July, 2014

International Justice Mission (IJM) is a global organisation that protects the poor from violence. IJM partners with local authorities to rescue victims of violence, bring criminals to justice, restore survivors, and stremgthen justice systems.