About this role
<p style="text-align:center"><span style="font-size:16.0px;color:black"><span style="font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif"><strong>VACANCY NOTICE 1618 </strong></span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><br><span style="color:black"> </span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16.0px;color:black"><span style="font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif"><em>This vacancy announcement pertains to law enforcement and/or governmental officials within INTERPOL's member countries only.</em></span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16.0px;color:black"><span style="font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif">Please read the Conditions of Secondment in force at INTERPOL (shared via the NCB) including the maximum duration of secondment.</span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16.0px;color:black"><span style="font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif">Please be aware that your home Administration/Agency/Service/Government will be responsible for all of your salary/remuneration, social insurance, pension contributions, welfare benefits, family allowances, benefits during your assignment at INTERPOL as well as travel, removal expenses related to your arrival at and departure from INTERPOL, and any other related costs depending on your circumstances. It is requested that you obtain in writing, confirmation from your home Administration/Agency/Service/Government that it agrees with these CONDITIONS OF SECONDMENT. This confirmation letter should be forwarded to us THROUGH THE NCB.</span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16.0px;color:black"><span style="font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif">INTERPOL is the world’s largest international police organization, with 196 member states. Created in 1923, it facilitates cross-border police co-operation, and supports and assists all organizations, authorities, and services whose mission is to prevent or combat international crime. INTERPOL is now looking for a qualified candidate as a SECONDMENT - Coordinator Cyber Strategy within the Cybercrime which is part of the <strong><strong>Exec. Dir. Investigation Support</strong></strong>.</span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16.0px;color:black"><span style="font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif">Job title: SECONDMENT - Coordinator Cyber Strategy<br>Reporting To: Head Cyber Strategy and Capabilities Development<br>Location: Singapore <br>Duration (in months): 36.00 <br>Grade: 4 <br>Number of post: 1<br>Security Clearance Level: Enhanced<br>Deadline for application: 16 November 2026</span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">INTERPOL actively encourages applications from women and nationals of member countries that are currently unrepresented among our staff</span> (<a title="" href="https://www.interpol.int/content/download/23894/file/Countries%20that%20are%20unpresented%20among%20INTERPOL%20staff%20%2816-2-2025%29.pdf" target="_self">please click on this link to access the list of countries</a></span></span></span><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">). <span style="color:black">Candidates from these countries are particularly encouraged to apply. </span></span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16.0px;color:black"><span style="font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif">INTERPOL’s recruitment process is merit-based hence all hiring decisions are made considering the applicant’s qualifications and the needs of the Organization.</span></span></p><p style="text-align:center"> </p> <p style="text-align:center"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>SUMMARY OF THE ASSIGNED DUTIES,</strong></span><br><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>INCLUDING GOALS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE POST</strong></span></p> <p style="text-align:left"><br><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Within the Cybercrime Directorate, and under the supervision of Head Cyber Strategy & Capabilities Development, the Cyber Strategy Coordinator is in charge of coordinating activities relating to cyber strategy, outreach and partnerships, including, but not limited to:</span></p> <ul> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Establishing partnerships with external entities, such as the private sector, academia and other organizations on data sharing and provision of tools, expertise and training in the area of combatting Cybercrime.</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Designing and organising global conferences and events related to activities facilitating the Directorate’s efforts against cybercrime.</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:left"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Contributing to the Directorate’s strategic planning process, including performance monitoring, KPI tracking, and alignment with the Organization’s global strategy. Identifying and supporting the mobilization of internal and external funding opportunities to strengthen cybercrime capabilities and initiatives.</span><br><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">The post holder is a point of contact pertaining to cyber strategy and outreach matters, and is expected to provide advice and analytical insight to his/her unit head regarding further development in these areas. These include the delivery of written analysis, status reports and oral presentations to be delivered during meetings and conferences, both internally and externally. The Coordinator can also be called, upon request, to represent the Organization for internal and external engagement pertaining to Directorate initiatives and efforts.</span></p> <p style="text-align:left"> </p> <p style="text-align:center"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ACTIVITIES</strong></span></p> <p style="text-align:left"><br><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">In the order of importance, indicate main duties and activities performed by the post holder: supervisory responsibility, taking decisions, etc.</span></p> <p style="text-align:left"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">The Coordinator will provide support to the following main functions:</span></p> <ul> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">To respond to and deliver all daily and ad-hoc tasks pertaining to cyber strategyand cyber partnership , in compliance with the Organization’s priorities, management decisions and relevant policies/rules.</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Personally take charge of some of the planned tasks, especially of the utmost complexity with respect to the incumbent specialized expertise in the area.</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Oversee the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of work produced by assigned staff, ensuring adherence to established standards, and organizational policies.</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Prepare and deliver high-level briefings, reports, and presentations for senior management, international meetings, training sessions, and conferences, effectively communicating strategic objectives and outcomes.</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Identify staff development needs and contribute to capacity building, mentoring team members and facilitating training initiatives to enhance technical, analytical, and strategic competencies in alignment with the Directorate’s mission</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">To proactively establish and manage internal and external cyber partnership with partners in line with the Directorate’s strategic and business objectives.</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">To monitor and report key performance indicators to the management.</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Work closely with law enforcement agencies and other stakeholders in recipient countries.</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">To be a point of contact for internal and external partners with respect to cyber strategic policies, and Cyber partnerships, and be called upon to represent the Organization in that perspective when required.</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Provide timely and adequate responses to any specific questions or advice sought by the management, staff or outside partners.</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Perform any other related duty as required by the hierarchy.</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:left"> </p> <p style="text-align:center"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>QUALIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS</strong></span></p> <p style="text-align:left"><br><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATION REQUIRED:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Three to four years’ completed education is required (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification level) in a relevant field. Higher degrees are desired.</span><br><br></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:left"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">At least 5 years of experience in investigating cybercrime or cyber-enabled crime areas.</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Strong background experience and knowledge in international co-operation / law enforcement operations / investigations.</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Experience in development, delivery and management of projects focused on Organizational strategic and policy changes.</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Experience in staff supervision is highly desirable.</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Experience in establishing external outreach and partnerships, is highly desirable.</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Good working knowledge of ICT systems/digital forensics.</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Working knowledge of legal issues relating to cybercrime.</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:left"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>LANGUAGES:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Oral and written command of English.</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Knowledge of another INTERPOL official language (Arabic, French or Spanish) would be an additional asset.</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:left"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>ABILITIES REQUIRED:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to adapt to an international environment</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Aptitude to work under minimum supervision</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Capability in writing high quality documents</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Proven ability and efficiency in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Capacity of leading and working as a team member</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Sense of initiative</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Attention to details</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Personal and professional maturity</span></li> <li style="text-align:left;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to develop and maintain professional networks</span></li> </ul><p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black">As part of our commitment to transparency throughout our recruitment process, INTERPOL's Staff Manual Regulation 11.4: Age-limit, which states that:</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black">'Officials of the Organization shall not normally be retained in service beyond the age of 65 years. The Secretary General may, in exceptional cases and in the interests of the Organization, extend this age limit, in which case he shall inform the official concerned sufficiently in advance.'</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black">Given this Regulation and in case candidates reach the age of 65 during the potential duration of the appointment, should they be selected for the position and the process proceed to appointment, the employment period may be affected by this regulatory limit and may therefore not extend for the full standard contract duration as published in the vacancy notice.</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black">We are sharing this information to ensure transparency at this stage of the process.</span></p>