Purpose and Scope of the Position:

Within the framework of the case-based track of the Serious Crime Unit (SCU) strategy, co-ordinate and guide investigations undertaken in the area of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BIH) by the appropriate local investigation agencies with a view towards developing corruption and fraud cases for prosecution.

This position entails developing and preparing of strategies including legislative proposals to improve the capacity and ability of the BiH authorities to fight against corruption, fraud and economic crime. Support the general decision-making process of the High Representative with regards to these fields.

Duties and Responsibilities:

§         Identify and support systemic reform by recommending and developing anti-corruption strategies and legislation conjunction with the Head of SCU and the Head of the SCU Prosecution Unit in Sarajevo .

§         Assist and support as required the BiH prosecutorial and judicial system in the process of prosecuting corruption and economic crime cases.

§         Coordinate with international agencies strategies to combat and prevent corruption, fraud and economic crime in the BiH

§         Represent the SCU Prosecution Unit as required.

Professional Requirements / Qualifications:

§         At least five years of experience as a prosecutor or judge in dealing with corruption and/or economic crime.

§         Very good interpersonal skills to interact with both international and local experts.

§         Strong personal commitment to peace implementation and anti-corruption in BiH

§         Knowledge of BiH political situation/environment is highly recommended.

§         Good written and spoken knowledge of English language required.

Any personnel with the above qualifications should provide a detailed CV/Resume (in English) with a one-page cover letter and references to:

                                               Personnel Department

   Office of the High Representative

                       Emerika Bluma 1, 71000 Sarajevo

                               Bosnia and Herzegovina

Fax: +387 (0) 33 283 771     E-mail: application@ohr.int

          Please quote Reference number: 2002/263

Closing date for applications: 9 October 2002

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

No telephone enquiries please