Assistant Investigator (GMG/SEG1)

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Recording statements from walk-in and/or telephone complainants;
• Devising, in consultation with the Senior Investigator, a plan of action to be pursued in carrying out individual assignments;
• Making appointments on behalf of the Investigative Team to interview members of the Security Forces and Agents of State;
• Informing complainants and relevant parties within limits of the status of their investigations;
• Inspecting and extracting from police or government records information which is relevant to the cases being investigated;
• Requesting the interview of persons and collecting statements from complainants, witnesses and other persons who may be of assistance in carrying out investigations;
• Assisting with the intake process and documentation of complaints in conformity with established procedures, where necessary;
• Attending post mortem examinations and taking notes.

Minimum Required Qualifications and Experience

• Undergraduate Degree in in Law, Social Sciences, Forensic Science, Humanities or any other related discipline and;
• At least two (2) years working experience in the Courts or Criminal Justice System, customer service or the service industry;
• Certificate in Investigative Methods and Principles would be an asset.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Excellent analytical and judgmental skills;
• Good investigative skills including use of third party contacts;
• Good interpersonal skills;
• Good communication skills: verbal, written and non-verbal;
• Knowledge, skills and techniques in investigations, and report writing gained from prior formal and informal training and on-the-job experience;
• Ability to readily identify inconsistencies and other indicators.

Thank you for your interest; however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.