ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT

Functions and duties

• Coordinate the work of a group of individuals by effective and efficient planning, prioritisation, and scheduling of tasks and responsibilities;

• Monitor progress of work in line with key performance indicators; ensure work being produced is of high quality and meets business needs; apply corrective measures where needed;

FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

• Define and supervise the accurate and timely execution of processes and procedures to ensure adherence to corporate policies, fundamental rights, standards and data protection regulations;

• Set clear expectations and objectives and direct work towards a common goal;

• Identify, address and propose resolutions to issues affecting the team;

• Provide constructive feedback, guidance and support and coach team members;

• Encourage continuous learning and development of team members;

• Create an open, honest and inclusive team culture with respect for diversity, where team members are encouraged to perform at their best.

• Act as the main point of contact for analysis-related courses;

• Develop, customise, deliver and coordinate data handling and intelligence analysis trainings;

• Assess training needs for data handlers and intelligence analysts, including identifying skill gaps;

• Design training materials on tools, techniques and methodologies;

• Monitor and evaluate training effectiveness and adjust and improve programs based on feedback and performance metrics;

• Create and maintain a repository of resources, tutorials, and tools for continued learning;

• Track the return on investment of training programs by measuring improvements in productivity, efficiency, or skill development;

REQUIREMENTS - ELIGIBILITY AND SELECTION CRITERIA

• A level of education which corresponds to completed university studies attested by a diploma and appropriate professional experience of at least one year when the normal period of university education is at least three years;

• Professional training of an equivalent level in a relevant area (e.g. Police Officer’s School) and after having completed the training, at least the number of years of relevant professional experience as indicated below:

• In addition to the above at least 6 years of total professional work experience gained after the award of the diploma.

• Experience in performing intelligence analysis;

• Experience in designing and delivering intelligence analysis training;

• Experience coordinating or managing a team.

• Experience working as an investigator.

• Excellent knowledge of intelligence analysis tools and techniques;

• Excellent knowledge of intelligence analysis methodologies;

• Knowledge of principles and methods for training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training success;

• Training in the area of intelligence analysis, preferably confirmed by a certificate;

• Training in the area of intelligence analysis software, preferably confirmed by a certificate.

• Excellent organizational skills including the ability to plan own work load, establish clear priorities and exercise initiative;

• Ability to manage projects and familiarity with project management terminology and methodology.

• Strong ability to work well both independently and in a team;

• Very good interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively liaise with other departments, groups and teams as well as with external partners;

• Ability to remain effective under a heavy workload and demonstrate resistance to stress.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers in an international and multi-disciplinary work environment.

• Ability to synthesise various data into a coherent and relevant whole, transforming it into a valuable and correct conclusion;

• Building constructive relationships with clients, adequately identifying and managing their needs and expectations, and giving well-grounded advice.

• Ability to manage a diverse team including the ability to motivate staff, effectively plan and monitor the work of other staff members and to provide guidance.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

COMPENSATION, TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Compensation and benefits

• undergo a pre-employment medical examination to confirm that he/she is physically fit to perform the duties pertaining to the post or, alternatively, receive the confirmation from Europol that he/she fulfils the conditions laid down in the Decision of the Deputy Executive Director of the Capabilities Directorate on the pre-employment medical examination available on www.europol.europa.eu;

• in case of candidates for restricted posts (including restricted - Annex II posts) who had indicated membership of a competent authority in one of the Member States, provide confirmation of his/her membership of a competent authority in one of the Member States within the meaning of the Article 2(a) of the Europol Regulation.

Probation period
Engagement for this post is subject to the successful completion of a probationary period of 9 months.
Europol reserves the right to terminate the contract of employment during or at the end of the probation period in accordance with Article 14 CEOS.

Security screening and certificate of good conduct
Candidates who have been recruited to a post at Europol are required to furnish a valid certificate of good conduct before the start of their employment. The certificate of good conduct must be provided to Europol prior to the signature of the employment contract. The certificate of good conduct must be issued by the relevant authorities of the country of nationality of the candidate and must not be older than three months at the time of submission to Europol. Europol reserves the right not to proceed with the signature of the contract based on the content of the certificate or if the candidate fails to provide the certificate to Europol.
The certificate of good conduct does not substitute a valid security clearance required for all Europol staff at the level indicated in the vacancy notice. Failure to obtain the requisite security clearance before the expiration of the probationary period may be cause for termination of the employment contract.
Candidates who currently hold a valid security clearance at the level indicated in the vacancy notice or above do not need to obtain a certificate of good conduct or a new security clearance and must provide a copy of the current security clearance certificate to Europol prior to the signature of the employment contract. Europol shall verify and confirm the continued validity of the security clearance. In case Europol determines that the security clearance is not valid, the candidate will be required to provide a valid certificate of good conduct prior to the signature of the employment contract. Europol may at any time terminate the employment contract if the result of the security screening is not positive and the necessary clearance level is not granted or extended.
The requested level of security clearance for this post is: CONFIDENTIEL UE/EU CONFIDENTIAL.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

In case of further questions please call +31 (0) 70 302 5066 or +31 (0) 70 302 5022