Forensic Infographics Assistant (G-4)

Organisational context

The Integrated Services Division (ISD) within the Office of the Prosecutor (OTP) centralizes the specialized support functions that provide cross-cutting support to the Office. The Division is headed by a Director who is responsible for managing the reliable and cost-effective delivery of integrated services and ensuring that the OTP is adequately supported through all relevant service functions, technologies and equipment, and that appropriate services are available to allow the implementation of the Office’s mandate. The services include planning and operations, witness protection and management, information knowledge and evidence management,  forensic science,  language and administrative support. The Division works to develop new approaches and strategies that promote the use of modern tools and advanced technology as mechanisms to strengthen the effectiveness of the Office.

The Forensic Science Section is in charge of the following functions:

• The Forensic Unit provides expertise for all matters related to crime scene examinations, exhumations, autopsies, clinical examination of witnesses, as well examination of physical evidence collected during investigation or trial.
• The Imagery Unit provides expertise for all matters related to photo and video analysis and enhancement, 3D mapping and reconstruction, satellite imagery and geographic information systems.

Duties and Responsibilities

The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Head of the Forensic Science Section and will perform the following tasks:

• Brainstorming new ideas and concepts for end users.
• Visualising data in innovative ways.
• Developing infographics based on documents, including mock-up sketches and wireframes using Adobe software and producing finished infographics.
• Designing new content creation workflows to simplify and enhance the graphic design process.
• Designing eLearning content including animations.
• Presenting designs to end users and incorporating feedback to produce a final product.
• 3D forensic infographic to clarify criminal events
• Perform other tasks as instructed by the Head of the Forensic Science Section.

Essential Qualifications

Education:

Diploma of secondary education is required.

Experience:

A minimum of four years of relevant experience is required.  An advanced or a first-level university degree may be considered as a substitute for two years’ working experience only to determine eligibility.

Experience in software programs such as Adobe Illustrator, After Effects, InDesign and Premier is required;

Experience in visualising and presenting forensic data would be considered an asset.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Knowledge and technical skills in forensic techniques;
• Excellent ability to organize complex and voluminous sets of records and facts as well as the ability to execute various forensic tasks;
• Excellent ability to communicate effectively with police, forensic, academic or other relevant networks;
• Ability to work under stressful conditions and in volatile environments;
• Ability to work in a non-discriminatory manner, with respect for diversity;
• Professional and personal integrity.

Knowledge of languages:

Proficiency in either of the working languages of the Court, English or French, is required. Working knowledge of the other is desirable. Knowledge of another official language of the Court (Arabic, Chinese, Russian and Spanish) would be considered an asset.