The Need
International Justice Mission Uganda (IJM) is seeking a talented investigator to work as an independent consultant with IJM to bring relief to child victims of sexual violence in the Kamwenge and Kabarole Districts of Uganda. IJM seeks an individual who is passionate about justice and highly motivated to use their skills and experience to investigate cases of sexual violence and document them for legal action, in close partnership with the Police and other stakeholders. The consultant will be part of a small start-up team working in Kamwenge and Kabarole Districts, and will play a central role in developing and implementing a unique pilot project to provide multi-disciplinary services to child survivors of sexual violence, and to build the capacity of the public justice system (the “Pilot Project”).
The investigator will serve as an independent consultant and not an employee of IJM. The duration of the contract will be approximately 15 months, for the duration of the Pilot Project. This position is based in Fort Portal, Uganda, requires regular travel in Kamwenge and Kabarole Districts, and may require travel to Kampala, Uganda. The position reports to the Project Manager and the National Director of IJM Uganda.

Responsibilities
Direct investigation and case management (in partnership with Police)
• Partner with and provide support to the Uganda Police Force in investigating allegations of sexual violence against children referred through the Pilot Project’s referral system and other sources;
• Liaise with police and prosecutors to ensure the effective investigation and prosecution of child sexual offence cases;
• Develop and implement sound investigative plans and program investigations accordingly;
• Collect witness statements, documents, photographs and other relevant evidence;
• Conduct surveillance and other undercover operations in support of investigations;
• Recruit investigative informants and collect actionable intelligence;
• Maintain a thorough working knowledge of laws relating to sexual and gender-based violence, criminal procedure and other relevant laws; as well as criminal investigative procedures;
• Provide courtroom testimony, when required; and
• Prepare clients and staff for police interviews and courtroom testimony.
Networking and advocacy
• Work closely with stakeholders to strengthen the medico-legal response to sexual violence against children by building linkages among justice, police and health workers on forensic evidence collection, filling Police Form 3A, and preparation for court hearings;
• Working with the team and other Pilot Project stakeholders, support the establishment of District Action Centers in Kamwenge and Kabarole;
• Develop and maintain close working relationships with District Action Center staff and other Pilot Project stakeholders to ensure effective case management and seamless provision of services to child victims of sexual violence;
• Support inter-institutional dialogue and coordination for cases of sexual violence;
• Develop a sophisticated understanding of relevant networks and hierarchies of law enforcement officials; and
• Develop and maintain close working relationships with the IJM Kampala office.
Training
• Support joint training programs with the police, judiciary and medical staff on case management, including ethical and safety considerations for child survivors of sexual violence;
• Participate in the development and delivery of training curricula; and
• Train District Action Center staff on case management and service provision.
Other
• Identify threats to the safety and security of IJM assets, staff or clients and develop sound mitigation plans;
• Complete timely, accurate and thorough investigation reports free of errors;
• Follow IJM’s operational security protocols;
• Maintain digital records on all case files and related materials;
• Work with local team and M&E team in Kampala to monitor and evaluate Pilot Project, including monitoring and reporting project targets, results and outputs; and
• Perform other tasks as assigned by Project Manager, National Director, and other IJM leaders.

Requirements
Required Skills and Experience
• Preferred three years (or more) experience conducting criminal investigations with the Uganda National Police Force Directorate of Criminal Investigation or other government agency with investigative responsibilities;
• Proven ability to develop and conduct investigations (including experience in surveillance, evidence collection and preservation, crime scene documentation, and chain of custody preservation);
• Uarmed self-defense training preferred;
• Proven working knowledge of forensics and forensic techniques;
• Proven experience and/or training in working with children;
• Prior leadership and/or management experience preferred;
• Valid certificate of good conduct;
• Valid driver’s license and experience driving manual vehicles in rough terrain;
• Fluent in written and oral communication in English, with working knowledge of Runyakitara required;
• Computer literate with proficiency in MS Word, Outlook and Excel; and
• Applicant must be registered with the Uganda Revenue Authority and possess a Tax Identification Number.

Critical Qualities
• Mature orthodox Christian faith, as defined by the Apostle’s Creed;
• High levels of self-motivation and personal initiative;
• Interest in project development, and ability to thrive as part of a small, flexible, start-up-oriented team;
• Creative and energetic problem solver;
• Extremely high levels of honesty and integrity;
• Ability to work well under stress and deadline pressures with a sustained positive attitude; and
• Attention to detail; organized and disciplined with priorities.

Strong preference for Ugandan nationals. Consulting fees to be paid in Ugandan Shillings at a rate reflective of Ugandan standard rates.
*What is a statement of faith?
A statement of faith should describe your Christian faith and how you see it as relevant to your involvement with IJM. The statement can either be incorporated into the cover letter or submitted as a separate document and should include, at a minimum, a description of your spiritual disciplines (prayer, study, etc.) and your current fellowship or place of worship.

HOW TO APPLY:
Strong preference for Ugandan nationals. Consulting fees to be paid in Ugandan Shillings at a rate reflective of Ugandan standard rates.
Send Job Application Form, Resume, Cover Letter & Statement of Faith to:
By E-mail (preferred method):
ugandarecruiting@ijm.org
By Mail:
International Justice Mission
Attn: Human Resources
P.O. Box 502
Ntinda, Kampala, UGANDA
By Hand:
International Justice Mission
Attn: Human Resources
Plot 15 Suuna Road, Ntinda
Kampala, UGANDA
Applications received after the closing date and applications without all the specified/ required documents will not be given consideration. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.