Evidence Reviewer
UN Secretariat
Geneva, CH
About this role
This consultancy supports the Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar (IIMM) by reviewing and analyzing evidentiary materials to identify information pertinent to the mandate. The role involves processing diverse media formats in the Myanmar language and preparing analytical reports for potential use in international courts or tribunals.
- Review and analyze written documents, videos, and social media content in the Myanmar language to determine evidentiary relevance.
- Prepare summaries and draft translations of materials between Myanmar language and English for sharing with judicial third parties.
- Utilize specialized analysis software and databases to identify duplicates and interconnections between multiple information sources.
Listing details
- Status
- Open
- Application deadline
- 20 July 2026
- Posted
- 8 July 2026
- Last checked
- 14 July 2026
Classification
- Contract type
- Consultancy317 open roles
- Grade / level
- CON109 open roles
- Career stage
- Entry-level professional107 open roles
- Function
Requirements
- Languages required
- English540 open rolesMyanmar language1 open role
- Citizenship / nationality
- Open to all nationalities449 open roles
- Years of experience
- 1+ years640 open roles
- Degree requirement
- Bachelor's343 open roles
Description
Result of Service
Provide analyses following a review of the evidentiary materials collected by the IIMM identifying material pertinent to the mandate of the IIMM. Prepare clear and concise analytical reports documenting major analytical findings. Collate materials of relevant evidentiary value for potential sharing with national, regional or international courts or tribunals. Present progress reports and findings to senior management. The services must be made available on a timely and ongoing basis to facilitate the work of other members of the Team.
Work Location
Remotely
Expected duration
8 months
Duties and Responsibilities
This position is with the Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar (IIMM), within the Collection, Analysis and Sharing Section (CASS). The IIMM is based in Geneva, Switzerland. The Evidence Reviewers will report to the Senior Legal Officer, CASS or his or her designee, and are responsible for the performance of the following duties: - Assist with the review of materials in possession of the IIMM, including written documents, videos, audio files and any other forms of information relevant to different subject matters, including from social media, in the Myanmar language, analyzing their relevance and use, in accordance with relevant guidelines; - Support the process of information and evidence review, preparing summaries or draft translation of relevant materials from the Myanmar language into English, or vice versa, for future sharing with third parties; - Propose relevant search terms in the Myanmar language to expedite review of materials; - Work in the information and evidence databases, identifying duplicates and interconnection of materials from multiple sources; - Use specialized analysis software to record searches, analysis and findings, and to check information; - Consult and coordinate with other reviewers, analysts, investigators, legal officers and supervisors to assure conformity and consistency with internal guidelines; - Maintain organized files and work accurately and efficiently to meet tight deadlines; and, - Perform any other duties as may be directed by the supervisor.
Qualifications/special skills
An Advanced University degree in law, social sciences, languages, information management or related subject. Study of criminal law/public international law/international criminal law is desirable. A first-level degree in combination with two additional years of relevant qualifying work experience may also be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. At least 1 year of responsible professional experience is required. Experience in monitoring and review of a wide range of material, including from social media platforms, relevant to Myanmar is desirable. Experience in translation and analysis of material, including social media content, in the Myanmar language is desirable. Experience in reviewing evidentiary materials in an international tribunal, accountability mechanism or other relevant judicial/prosecution environment is desirable. Knowledge of specialized analysis software and databases is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the positions advertised, fluency in English and the Myanmar language (Burmese) is required. Knowledge of another local language of Myanmar such as the Kachin, Chin, Rakhine, Karen, Rohingya and/or Shan languages is desirable.
Additional Information
Not available.
No Fee
