Restorative Justice Field Officer (GMG/AM 3) - Montego Bay

Job Purpose

The Restorative Justice Field Officer (RJFO) supports the Restorative Justice Parish Officer. The focal areas of support for the RJFO are:

• Community Mobilization and Governance (e.g. preparation of community sensitization and public awareness plans, restorative practices training to schools and community-based organizations, implementation of restorative justice and other necessary rapid impact projects);
• Violence Prevention and Capacity Building;
• Restorative Justice programmes and conferences; and
• Social Marketing and administrative support. 

Key Outputs:

• Community engagement activities conducted 
• Meetings/ consultations organized and documented 
• Monitoring reports prepared 
• Community assessments completed 
• Stakeholder information and data collected 
• RJ training sessions coordinated and supported 
• Restorative Justice Conferences and special events coordinated 
• Administrative records maintained 
• Activity reports and data submissions completed 
• Monitoring and evaluation reports prepared and recommendations implemented. 

Key Responsibility Areas:

• Assist the Restorative Justice Officer in mobilizing the community and organizing meetings/ consultations with respect to the development of Community Development and Safety Plans including assisting in the collection of relevant data; 
• Assist in monitoring the activities of non-governmental organizations (NGO) service providers engaged to deliver Restorative Justice programmes to the community including the collection of relevant data;
• Engage with Restorative Justice beneficiaries and support staff to carry out assessments as instructed, and provide findings to support the development of community safety development plans;
• Follow up with stakeholders to obtain relevant information required to inform plans and initiatives
• Assist in arranging Restorative Justice conferences; and 
• Performs administrative functions in the Restorative Justice Office. 
• Other Tasks 
• The RJFO will undertake any other tasks assigned by his/ her supervisor. 
• Works towards building a high performing team; and 
• Excellent Computer Skills (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel). 
• Assists in planning and executing Restorative Justice training sessions for schools, community groups and other stakeholders as scheduled. 
• Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of restorative justice interventions within assigned communities and recommends corrective actions and programme improvements based on findings.

Performance Standards:

This job is satisfactorily performed when: 

• Community mobilization and stakeholder engagement activities are conducted according to approved work plans and timelines. 
• Meetings, consultations and community engagement sessions are organized, documented and reported within agreed timeframes. 
• Monitoring activities relating to NGO service providers are conducted and findings submitted in accordance with programme guidelines. 
• Community assessments and beneficiary interviews are completed and documented within established timelines. 
• Relevant stakeholder information, data and supporting documentation are collected, verified and submitted as requested. 
• Training sessions, workshops and public education activities are coordinated and supported in accordance with approved schedules. 
• Restorative Justice conferences, meetings and special events are organized efficiently and all logistical arrangements completed before scheduled dates. 
• Administrative records, correspondence and programme files are maintained accurately and in accordance with Ministry procedures. 
• Activity reports, data summaries and work-plan updates are accurate, complete and submitted by established deadlines. 
• Professionalism, confidentiality and integrity are consistently demonstrated in interactions with stakeholders and community members. 
• Monitoring and evaluation reports completed and submitted within established timelines, with recommendations contributing to continuous programme improvement. 
• Collaborative working relationships are maintained with internal and external stakeholders to support programme objectives. 
• Integrity and confidentiality and professionalism are consistently demonstrated in the execution of duties.

Required Competencies:

Core Competencies 

• Adaptability 
• Compliance 
• Customer and Quality Focus 
• Initiative 
• Integrity 
• Interpersonal 
• Oral Communication 
• Team Work & Cooperation 
• Time Management 
• Written Communication 

Technical/Functional Competencies

• Accountability 
• Attention to Detail 
• Conflict Management 
• Goal/Results Oriented 
• Methodical 
• Planning and Organising 
• Problem Solving and Decision-making 
• Resilience 
• Stress Tolerance 
• Technical Skills 
• Use and Application of Technology 

Other Competencies

• Good attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records to provide accountability and deliverability 
• Ability to establish positive relationships with partners, generating confidence and respect 
• Knowledge of Restorative Justice Processes

Minimum Required Education and Experience

Qualifications and Experience 

• Associate Degree in Social Work/Counselling/Psychology or other related Social Science or Arts
• Preferably three (3) years working experience in a low-income community 
• Experience in working or volunteering in a community-based organization 

Continuous Professional Development 

• Attend relevant training on emerging trends and practices within the field. 
• Network within the profession and relevant associations to keep abreast with the industry. 

Authority:

• N/A

Specific Essential Conditions associated with the job

• Work will be conducted in an office outfitted with standard office equipment and specialized software 
• Work beyond normal office hours 
• The environment is fast paced with on-going interactions with critical stakeholders and meeting tight deadlines which will result in high degrees of pressure, on occasions. 
• May be required to travel locally to attend conferences, seminars and meetings 
• Willingness to work in volatile community 
• Must be willing to work at 50% of the time in the field

The Ministry thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.