Organization: International Criminal Court (ICC)
Website and contact information:
http://www.icc-cpi.int/
Postal address:
Po Box 19519
2500 CM, The Hague
The Netherlands
Visiting the International Criminal Court
Main entrance Visits - Hearings
Maanweg, 174 Regulusweg
2516 AB, The Hague 2516 AB, The Hague
The Netherlands The Netherlands
Tel. + 31 (0)70 515 8515 Email visits@icc-cpi.int
Fax +31 (0)70 515 8555 Fax +31 (0)70 515 8499
Location of headquarters:
The Hague, The Netherlands
Year founded:
1998- Rome Statute adopted; 2002- Rome Statute entered into force
Mandate and/or mission statement:
An International Criminal Court (‘the Court’) is hereby established. It shall be a permanent institution and shall have the power to exercise its jurisdiction over persons for the most serious crimes of international concern, as referred to in this Statute, and shall be complementary to national criminal jurisdictions. The jurisdiction and functioning of the Court shall be governed by the provisions of this Statute (Art. 1 of the Rome Statute)
Relevant programs and projects:
Current head/director (and nationality):
Judge Philippe Kirsch (Canada) as President
Number of Member States and/or Observer States:
104 States Parties to the Rome Statute of the ICC
Operating budget:
€88,871,800 (2007)
Number and location of missions or field offices (if applicable):
Number of employees:
464 staff on established posts
Backgrounds of employees (I am hesitant to include this indicator, because IGOs seem to employ people with a wide variety of backgrounds. Your thoughts?)
Grades descriptions:
Where does this organization advertise when there are job openings?
What is the job application process?
Applications must be accompanied by a fully completed Personal History Form.
Electronically submitted applications need not be signed; however, you will be requested to submit a signed copy of the original form if selected at a further stage of recruitment. Submit your PHF only as attachments in an e-mail message. When deciding whether to submit an application, carefully review the work experience and language requirements to ensure that your credentials meet the qualifications for the post. Please do not submit any substantiating documents such as certificates, diplomas, and publications, unless specifically requested to do so. Article 50 of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court declares that the working languages of the Court are English and French. Accordingly, all correspondence addressed to the Court should be written in either English or French. Applications are maintained on an active roster for a period of one year. Personnel recruited at the General Service level are not entitled to the benefits granted to internationally-recruited staff. Posts are to be filled preferably by a national of a State Party to the Rome Statute, or of a State which has signed or acceded to the Statute, and is engaged in the ratification process, but nationals from non-state Parties may also be considered. Applications from female candidates are particularly encouraged. To apply, send the personal history form, indicating the vacancy number, to:
ICC - International Criminal Court
Human Resources Section
P.O. BOX 19519,
2500 CM The Hague, Netherlands
Fax: (31) (70) 515 8553
E-mail: applications@icc-cpi.int
Does this organization take volunteers?
What are the expectations, minimum requirements and application procedures for volunteers in this organization?
Unknown
Does this organization take interns?
Yes
What are the expectations, minimum requirements and application procedures for interns in this organization?
In addition to meeting any specific requirements indicated by the sections of the Organs of the Court participating in the Programme all candidates must fulfill the following criteria.
1. Educational and professional background
Academic qualifications
All candidates must have a degree from or be in the final stages of their studies at a recognised university. Candidates should have a very good record of academic performance.
Applications to legal positions are welcome from graduates specialising in one or more of the following disciplines: national and international criminal law, public international law, international humanitarian law, human rights law, comparative law and criminology, legal expertise
Applications to positions that do not require legal training are welcome from graduates of history, international relations, political science, journalism, translation and interpretation, information technology and communication, logistics, human resources management, social psychology, administrative sciences, forensic science, statistics or economics and are encouraged to apply for places in the divisions and sections of the Office that do not require legal training.
Graduates of other disciplines may be considered
Practical experience
Since the Internship Placements are focused at candidates in the early stages of their professional careers practical experience is not an essential prerequisite for selection. However practical experience that is relevant to the work of the Court may be considered an asset.
2. Language skills
Unless specific language skills are stated as a requirement by the participating sections of the Court, good oral communication and drafting skills in at least one of the working languages of the Court (English and French) are required. A working knowledge of the other working language is desirable.
Knowledge of any of the other official languages of the Court (Arabic, Chinese, Russian and Spanish), or of other languages relevant to the situations pending before the Court will be considered an asset.
3. Other requirements
Applicants for internships should not be older than 35 years at the time of commencing the placement.
Adaptability to a multicultural and multilingual working environment encompassing the principal legal traditions of the world
Ability to work effectively in a team as well as independently
A good standard of computer literacy (especially Microsoft Office applications)
Other important qualities are discretion, reliability, intellectual rigour, precision, perseverance, honesty, creativity, co-operative spirit and integrity.
Internship application procedure
All applicants to the Internship are required to submit a completed application form and supporting documents as detailed in the links below. Applications that are not submitted in accordance with these requirements shall be regarded as incomplete and may not be considered for the Programme.
Requirements for applications :
a) A completed Internship Application Form (please select the specific application form for the appropriate Organ of the Court)
Internship Application Form (Presidency and Chambers)
Internship Application Form (Registry)
Internship Application Form (Office of the Prosecutor)
b) A concise written statement presenting the candidate's reasons for seeking an Internship placement, explaining how their interests and experience (academic and non-academic) meet the requirements of the Divisions/Sections/Units selected on the application form and stating their expectations and the perceived benefits of the placement to the their future career. (max 400 words)
c) two (2) written references/letters of recommendation from referees familiar with the candidate's academic background, achievements and work, including at least one from an academic instructor. NB referees should not be relatives of the candidates.
d) copies of university degrees and/or diplomas in their original language;
e) copies of transcripts of courses taken during university studies (preferably official);
g) a short essay (two pages, single spaced, type written) on a topic relevant to the work of the Court and/or specific Organ of the Court
f) Optionally, a recognised and recently passed language certificate in English and/or French, such as the IELTS or TOEFL test, the Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English, the DELF, or another recognised language test together with any related score report(s);
Candidates applying in response to aspecific call for applications must comply with any additional requirements as stipulated in that call.
Applicants are advised that applications submitted in electronic format will not be considered . All applications should be sent to the following address by regular mail .
International Criminal Court
Internship and Visiting Professional Programme
Post Office Box 19519
2500 CM The Hague
The Netherlands
Applications can also be sent by facsimile to the following number +31 (0)70 515 8558
Visiting Professional Placements
In addition to meeting any specific requirements indicated by the sections of the Organs of the Court participating in the Programme all candidates must fulfill the following criteria:
1. Professional background
Practical experience
The Court aims to attract Visiting Professionals with a sound academic background and extensive experience in their chosen profession. Examples of well-placed applicants include candidates employed with governmental, non-governmental or inter-governmental organisations, national jurisdictions, and broader civil societies; or individuals who have practised as judges, investigating magistrates, prosecutors or lawyers in a field relevant to the work of one of the participating Organs of the Court; or who have engaged in extensive academic research, writing or teaching in any of the disciplines of interest to the Court.
Applicants for placements of a legal nature would be required to have a specialisation in a relevant legal discipline, for example, international criminal law, public international law, international humanitarian law, human rights, comparative law, criminology and legal expertise on violence against women or children.
Applications are also welcomed from those candidates specialised in the other disciplines of relevance to the work of the Court examples of which include: international and public relations, diplomacy, foreign affairs, history, political science, translation and interpretation, journalism, public information and media, social psychology, economics, public administration, human resources management, information and communication technology and management.
Further details of the professional specialisations sought by the Organs of the Court participating in the Programme can be found under the Organ specific links.
Particular regard will be paid to the candidates wishing to undertake a project that is relevant to the work of the Court or; who work directly on International Criminal Court matters or questions of international criminal law in their home country
2. Language skills
Unless specific language skills are stated as a requirement by the participating sections of the Court, good oral communication and drafting skills in at least one of the working languages of the Court (English and French) are required. A working knowledge of the other working language is desirable.
Knowledge of any of the other official languages of the Court (Arabic, Chinese, Russian and Spanish), or of other languages relevant to the situations pending before the Court will be considered an asset.
3. Other requirements
Adaptability to a multicultural and multilingual working environment encompassing the principal legal traditions of the world
Ability to work effectively in a team and independently
A good standard of computer literacy (especially Microsoft Office applications)
Other important qualities are discretion, reliability, intellectual rigour, precision, perseverance, honesty, creativity, co-operative spirit and integrity.
Visiting Professional Application Procedure:
All applicants to the Visiting Professional Programme are required to submit a completed application form and supporting documents as detailed in the links below. Applications that are not submitted in accordance with these requirements shall be regarded as incomplete and may not be considered for the Programme.
Requirements for applications for a Visiting Professional placement
The Court is not able to return any documentation included with the application, for this reason applicants are kindly requested to provide copies of official documents and not the originals.
Please note that all written statements/application forms should be completed in English or French. If official documents, such as university degrees or transcripts, are not available in English or French, the candidate is requested to provide a complete and accurate uncertified translation into either French or English. The Court may ask the candidate to provide certifications if deemed necessary.
a) A completed Visiting Professional Application Form (please select the specific application form for the appropriate Organ of the Court)
Visiting Professional Application Form (Presidency and Chambers)
Visiting Professional Application Form (Registry)
Visiting Professional Application Form (Office of the Prosecutor)
b) a concise written statement presenting the candidate's reasons for seeking the Visiting Professional placement and summarising the particular expertise and experience that they can contribute to the work of the Organ of the Court to which they are applying;
c) one (1) letter of recommendation from the candidate's current employer attesting to the professional experience, academic background and achievements of the candidate; and, where applicable confirming the continuation of employment after the completion of the Visiting Professional placements. Where the candidate is not currently employed a letter of recommendation from a professional acquaintance familiar with the candidates background, professional aptitude and character can be submitted;
d) copies of university degrees and/or diplomas in their original language
e) Optionally, a short essay (two pages, single spaced, type written) on a topic relevant to the work of the Court and/or specific Organ of the Court; or alternatively a copy of a publication relevant to the work of the Division/Section/Unit to which the candidate is applying
f) Optionally, a recognised and recently passed language certificate in English and/or French, such as the IELTS or TOEFL test, the Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English, the DELF, or another recognised language test together with any related score report(s).
Candidates applying in response to a specific call for applications must comply with any additional requirements as stipulated in that call. Applicants are advised that applications submitted in electronic format will not be considered. All applications should be sent to the following address by regular mail:
International Criminal Court
Visiting Professional Programme
Post Office Box 19519
2500 CM The Hague
The Netherlands
Applications can also be sent by facsimile to the following number +31 (0)70 515 8558
What are the basic requirements for prospective applicants?
Varies with specific vacancies.