SECONDMENT - Director, Operational Support & Analysis

Job Posting Organization:
INTERPOL is the world’s largest international police organization, established in 1923, with 196 member states. Its mission is to facilitate cross-border police cooperation and support all organizations, authorities, and services dedicated to preventing or combating international crime. INTERPOL operates globally, providing a platform for law enforcement agencies to collaborate and share information effectively. The organization is committed to enhancing the capabilities of its member countries in addressing various forms of crime, including terrorism, drug trafficking, human trafficking, and cybercrime.

Job Overview:
The position of SECONDMENT - Director, Operational Support & Analysis is a senior role within INTERPOL's Executive Directorate of Police Capabilities (EDPC). The primary function of this position is to manage the Operational Support and Analysis (OSA) Directorate, which plays a crucial role in providing real-time support to law enforcement agencies in responding to international crime. The Director is responsible for ensuring that the Directorate's policies are well understood and implemented, and that its operations are efficient and effective. This includes overseeing the management and development of policing capabilities related to information management and the operational use of police data. The Director will also lead initiatives aimed at professionalizing capability management within the organization, which encompasses innovation, development, and change management.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Director will undertake several key duties, including: 1) Strategic Leadership: Define and implement the strategic direction of the Directorate, ensuring high-quality support and training for member countries in high-profile crime areas. Act on behalf of the Executive Director in their absence. 2) Operational Data Capabilities: Identify crime-related issues and provide solutions for the international law enforcement community by managing Assistant Directors and project leaders. 3) Governance and Policy Formulation: Plan and implement operational services for crime-fighting activities in member countries, assisting in the development of the Executive Directorate. 4) External Representation: Maintain effective contacts with other INTERPOL Directorates, Regional Bureaus, and external institutions, representing the Directorate in various meetings and forums. 5) Perform any other duties as required by the hierarchy.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a minimum of five years of completed university education, preferably in Law, Public Policy, or Police Management. Additionally, law enforcement training at a senior command level is required. Candidates should demonstrate strong leadership qualities, solid presentation skills, and interpersonal skills necessary for effective communication and collaboration.

Educational Background:
A minimum of five years of completed university education is required, with a preference for degrees in Law, Public Policy, or Police Management. Candidates should also have undergone law enforcement training at a senior command level, equipping them with the necessary skills to lead and manage effectively within a law enforcement context.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of 10 to 15 years of management experience at a senior level within a national law enforcement agency or an equivalent service. This includes a sound background in criminal investigations or border security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security operations, as well as proven experience in leading large-scale programs, particularly in information management. Experience in change management and working in an international environment is highly desirable.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in a second official working language of the Organization, such as Arabic, French, or Spanish, is considered an additional asset that would enhance a candidate's application.

Additional Notes:
The position is a secondment role with a duration of 36 months. Candidates must ensure that their home Administration/Agency/Service/Government agrees to the conditions of secondment, including financial responsibilities related to salary, social insurance, and travel expenses. INTERPOL encourages applications from women and nationals of member countries that are currently underrepresented among its staff. The recruitment process is merit-based, and all hiring decisions will be made based on qualifications and organizational needs. Additionally, candidates should be aware of the age limit regulation, which states that officials shall not normally be retained in service beyond the age of 65 years.