ICTY VACANCY: SPECIAL ASSISTANT TO THE PROSECUTOR

Job Opening

Posting Title: SPECIAL ASSISTANT TO THE PROSECUTOR, P4 Job Code Title: SPECIAL ASSISTANT, POLITICAL AFFAIRS Department/ Office: International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia Duty Station: THE HAGUE

Posting Period:

8 October 2014-7 November 2014

Job Opening number:

14-POL-ICTY-37897-R-THE HAGUE (R)

United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Special Notice   The appointment is limited to ICTY.  Extension of the appointment is subject to the extension of the mandate and/or the availability of funds. As the international tribunals are not integrated in the Secretariat, UN Staff Members serve on assignment or secondment from their parent department/office if selected.  Appointments of staff members in the United Nations are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General. Staff Members are expected to move periodically to new functions in accordance with established rules and procedures, and may in this context be reassigned by the Secretary-General throughout the Organization based on the changing needs and mandates.   Org. Setting and Reporting   This position is located in the Immediate Office of the Prosecutor, Office of the Prosecutor.   Responsibilities   Analyze, review and manage paperwork requiring the Prosecutor’s attention and ensuring, where necessary, that it is tasked and followed up; specifically: a) Review all documentation, correspondence, letters, requests for information; draft replies for the signature of the Prosecutor, including responses to policy questions, current status of the Tribunal, and issues with respect to the operations of the Office of the Prosecutor. b) Provide advice and recommendations to the Prosecutor with regard to proposals for handling sensitive queries and requests. c) Canvass other senior staff for their inputs and comments regarding correspondence, compile summaries and/or make recommendations to the Prosecutor based on an analysis of the information provided. d) Prepare briefings for the Prosecutor’s meetings; prepare background documentation and attend meetings with high government and international officials; prepare summary documents of such meetings and ensure follow-up to any actions decided on during such meetings. e) Provide advice to the Prosecutor as to the content and direction of meetings with such officials.  Draft correspondence as well as other documents, including the reports to the Security Council. Draft and prepare the Prosecutor’s speeches and public presentations. f) Develop systems to coordinate and enhance communications between the Prosecutor and professional staff; serve as the principal focal point for the Prosecutor’s communications and as facilitator with other offices. g) Provide political and regional expertise to the OTP and provide up to date information on substantive political developments; review  policy positions under consideration of the Prosecutor, for consistency of approach, for concise applications and for review of the results of any proposed implementation.  h) Participate in meetings with the Office of the President and Registry on a variety of Tribunal issues; represent the view of the Prosecutor in discussions with the Registrar i) Coordinate special projects as directed by the Prosecutor.  Act as OTP advocate with the Registry on key issues; in coordination with the administrative officer represent the views of the OTP on administrative, personnel and operational issues to the Registrar and senior Registry officials and negotiate effective solutions. j) Participate in the management of the OTP at the support, operational and advisory levels.  Liaise and maintain close working relations with member state governments, UN secretariat, other UN agencies, international organizations and NGO’s.  k) Supervise the Prosecutor’s support staff.   Competencies   • Professionalism – Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. • Communication – Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. • Teamwork – Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organisational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. • Leadership – Serves as a role model that other people want to follow; empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing. • Managing Performance – Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; appraises performance fairly.   Education   Advanced university degree in law and/or political science is essential.   Work Experience   Minimum of 7 years in advising senior officials and/or ministers in a national government.  Alternatively, 7 years minimum experience in a member state’s diplomatic corps or multilateral organization such as the UN or European Union.   Languages   English and French are the working languages of the Tribunal.  For the post advertised fluency in oral and written English or French is required.  Working knowledge of the other language is desirable.  Knowledge of another official UN language is an advantage.   Assessment Method   There may be a technical test and a competency-based interview.   United Nations Considerations   Job openings posted on the Careers Portal are taken off at midnight (New York time) on the deadline date. Applications are automatically pre-screened according to the published evaluation criteria of the job opening on the basis of the information provided by applicants. Applications cannot be amended following submission and incomplete applications shall not be considered. The selected candidate will be subject to a reference checking process to verify the information provided in the application. Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” on the upper right side of the browser on Inspira. The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.   No Fee   THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). 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VACANCY: School Nurse The British School in The Netherlands - Den Haag

School Nurse
The British School in The Netherlands - Den Haag

We are looking for a part-time School Nurse to join our BSN team currently for a post at Junior School Diamanthorst. The responsibilities of a School Nurse include, amongst others, administering First Aid and advising parents and staff on matters of school health policy and health education.
Candidates must currently be a Registered Nurse (RN) and will ideally have experience of working with children of Primary school age (3-11 years). You should be able to demonstrate particular sensitivity for the health and safety issues affecting children under 11 and will ideally have previous experience in a school setting. The successful candidate would also be expected to actively contribute to the school's commitment to the promotion of a safe and healthy environment for pupils and staff.
This role will be part-time, two days per week (08:30 – 16:30), however some flexibility may be required to suit the needs of the school. Please note that one of the working days is likely to be a Wednesday.
For further details please see the Job Description attached to this advert on our website.
Location: Junior School Diamanthorst
Salary scale: €33,709.35 to €42,007.98 (pro-rata)
Starting date: 01/09/2014
Closing date: 11/07/2014
Interview date: 15/07/2014
Category: Non - Teaching
Job Type: Part time
Please apply for this position direct via The British School in The Netherlands website
http://www.britishschool.nl/page.cfm?p=666

Vacancy: Head of Programme, Policy & Research (The Hague - cultural heritage)

Are you into the semantic web and copyright issues? Are you passionate about culture? Do you understand the importance of the interoperability of data between our museums, libraries, archives and audiovisual collections? Can you negotiate your way through copyright needs and multilingual challenges for cultural heritage data? Are you organised? Can you work to deadlines? Are you driven by results? Can you recognise when to coach and when to drive an individual or team? Would you like to travel across Europe and work in an English-speaking international team? Then come and join Europeana.
Europeana is a catalyst for change for cultural heritage and Europe’s digital economy. We have been transformative in opening up data and access to culture. Through Europeana today, anyone can explore 30 million digitised objects including books, paintings, films and audio.
Our office is based in the National Library of the Netherlands in The Hague. You will work on a wide variety of European projects together with a network of cultural institutions, research organizations and creative industries from all over Europe to provide new forms of access to culture.

What will be the core responsibilities of this job?
As Head of Programmes, Policy & Research you will be responsible for:

• Facilitating, managing and coaching the work of the experts in Project Coordination, R&D, IPR and Knowledge Management, by supporting their roles and ensuring that their results are properly integrated into other areas of the business.
• Creating proposals under European funding frameworks to run projects that push the boundaries on multilingualism, interoperability, re-use of digital objects and access to cultural heritage across borders.
• Manage the programme of projects and subcontracts that fund Europeana ensuring that duties are understood and deadlines are met within the organisation.
• Hosting project meetings and making sure that the Europeana Professional website meets user knowledge and communication requirements.
• Working with policy-makers, at national and EU levels, on the environmental changes needed to create easy and open access to our cultural and scientific heritage.
• Facilitating the work of Europeana’s Aggregation and Distribution/Engagement teams and contributing partners by driving forward solutions in data modeling, multilingualism, rights etc.

What set of skills and knowledge should you bring?

• Strong, coaching-based management skills
• Good lateral thinker
• Rigorous organisational and process capability
• Broad knowledge of the cultural and scientific heritage landscape
• Ability to motivate people and to communicate and engage with different stakeholders
• Fluency in English, both oral and written
• Creativity and ability to work well under pressure
• A minimum of 5 years work experience
• Previous experience in an international and complex environment is a plus
• Previous experience in the sector of cultural heritage is a plus

What are the benefits?
Depending on your experience and skills, your monthly gross salary will be between EURO 3,228 - 5,048 (scale 11-12), in line with the Collective Labour agreement for Research Institutes. Furthermore you will have: 42 days holiday per year, a holiday allowance (around 8%) and an annual bonus (around 8%).
It’s also important to know that we are based in the National Library of the Netherlands in The Hague, close to Central Station.
How to apply?
Send us your CV (in English) with a covering letter outlining what interests you about this position to: jobs@europeana.eu
Should you have any additional questions or require more information before deciding to apply, please send us an email.
You should respond before January 13, 2014
More about us
For more information see: http://pro.europeana.eu/web/guest/about/

Vacancy: Assistant Professor in International, Comparative and EU law

Location	Leiden
Function types	Professors, associate professors, assistant professors and lecturers
Scientific fields	Law
Hours	38.0 hours per week
Education	Doctorate
Job number	13-348
Translations	en
About employer	Leiden University
Short link	www.academictransfer.com/20796

Job description

Leiden University College (LUC) The Hague is the international honours college of Leiden University in the Netherlands. LUC is an English language institution, which provides a three-year Liberal Arts & Sciences BA or BSc programme themed on ‘Global Challenges’ for a select group of excellent and highly motivated students from around the world. LUC’s teaching is entirely in small groups of no more than 20 students per class. In addition to its core academic staff, leading scholars from Leiden-based Faculties contribute to LUC’s teaching programme. LUC staff take full advantage of being part of Leiden University while also contributing actively to the lively, stimulating and vital atmosphere of our college community in The Hague. As of August 2013 LUC is located in an impressive new facility in the city center of The Hague.
Leiden University College has a position for an: 

Assistant Professor in International, Comparative and EU Law (1.0 fte)Vacancy number: 13-348 

LUC provides a demanding and enriching academic education and prepares students for competitive graduate programs and prominent positions in international society. Academic staff should be unusually dynamic and motivated by the idea of excellence in Higher Education. A core international faculty delivers research-led teaching in five interdisciplinary majors: (1) Global Justice, (2) World Politics, (3) Comparative History, Philosophy and Literature, (4) Earth, Energy, and Sustainability, and (5) Governance, Economics and Development. LUC seeks to expand its science profile within sustainability by appointment of an assistant professor with teaching and research expertise in energy and environmental change.
Duties and responsibilities

• Teach and develop courses in one or more of the following specialized fields: comparative law, EU law, advocacy and litigation, jurisprudence, legal methodology and legal writing,
• Teach and develop courses in one or more of the following supporting fields of the BA: academic writing, history of thought, global challenges: justice, diversity and peace,
• Contribute to the BA programme through teaching and mentoring students across a range of majors,
• Serve as a liaison between LUC and the Law Faculty of Leiden University,
• Develop research projects that integrate undergraduate students, including supporting supervision of Capstone (honours thesis) projects,
• Contribute to LUC’s tutorial system of student mentoring,
• Participate and contribute to the social, administrative and academic life of LUC.

Requirements

• PhD degree or equivalent in international, comparative and/or EU law (with preference given to candidates with an interdisciplinary background).
• Demonstrable potential for excellence in research-led teaching.
• Demonstrable passion for undergraduate education, in and out of the classroom (experience with blended learning technologies is an advantage).
• Demonstrable enthusiasm for liberal arts and sciences in higher education.
• Demonstrable commitment to a close-knit, interdisciplinary, academic community.
• Outstanding research qualities manifest in an established or developing publication record.
• Superior command of English (familiarity with any of the other UN languages is desirable but not required).

Conditions of employment

LUC offers a full-time Assistant Professorship, starting as early as 1 March 2013 (or as soon as possible thereafter), in the dynamic and growing academic setting of Leiden University and The Hague.  LUC is located within the Faculty of Campus The Hague, Leiden’s second location in The Netherlands and a 12-minute train ride from the city of Leiden. The Faculty is growing rapidly and has seen the recent arrival of the Institute for Public Administration, the establishment of the School of Governance and the Centre for Innovation, and the introduction of new bachelors and masters programmes.  Established in 1575, Leiden University is the oldest university in The Netherlands and one of Europe's foremost research universities, which is now proud to host its own honours university college in The Hague.
After a probationary year, the appointment can be extended up to a period of three years. Contingent upon performance, this tenure-track position may lead to a permanent position. The appointment will proceed in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement of Dutch Universities (CAO Nederlandse Universiteiten).  The salary level ranges from € 3,259.00 (Salary Scale 11) to € 5,070.00 (Salary Scale 12) gross per month, commensurate with qualifications, with additional holiday and end-of-year bonuses. Candidates from outside the Netherlands may be eligible for a substantial tax reduction (30% rule).
All newly appointed academic staff at Leiden University are introduced to the Basic Teaching Qualification (BKO), an individually-tailored learning process to assess your level of teaching qualifications.  If needed, BKO facilitates further development of your teaching skills.

Additional information

For inquiries, please contact Dr. Freya Baetens, Director of Studies (BA): f.baetens@luc.leidenuniv.nl. Further information about LUC The Hague can be found on our website: www.lucthehague.nl/.

 Source: https://www.academictransfer.com/employer/LEI/vacancy/20796/lang/en/

Vacancy: Senior Researcher at The Hague Institute for Global Justice

Duties and responsibilities:
- Conducting policy relevant original research on topics falling within the Rule of Law program and the regional focus areas;
- Contribution to the development and implementation of the substantive long-term program on Rule of Law;
- Coordination and management of projects and project staff;
- Publishing in academic and policy orientated journals and other outlets. (25-12-2013) top

More info: http://recht.nl/fwd/0000X00D5S0002Y3986

Vacancy: Publications Manager

The Hague Academy of International Law, founded in 1923, is a high level, post-academic institution for the study and dissemination of public and private international law. The Academy's well-known Summer Programme and its Centre for Studies and Research are held in the Peace Palace in The Hague (Netherlands) during the months of July, August and September.
The lectures, given either in French or in English, in the programme of the summer courses are published in the well-regarded Recueil des Cours/Collected Courses. Six to eight new volumes are published each year (approximately 3000-4000 pages) which also appear electronically. In addition, some of these courses are published as pocketbooks (approximately 1800 pages) and e-books. The Academy also produces reports and collections of papers prepared by the Directors of Research and participants in its Centre (approximately 1000 pages). Finally, the Academy publishes on an occasional basis papers from colloquia that it sponsors on selected topics in the field of international law, catalogues and specific works.
The Academy, as publisher, prepares and prints all of its publications under its own responsibility. The international distribution of the volumes in printed and electronic format is left in the hands of a commercial company, Martinus Nijhoff Publishers, an imprint of Brill.

Position
The Academy seeks to appoint a Publications Manager with copy-preparing/proof-reading responsibilities.
The appointee will take the position of the current Manager who retires on 30 June 2014.

Requirements and responsibilities

• Thorough knowledge of French so as to be able to correct at a high level manuscripts that are submitted in French, and active knowledge of English;
• Broad experience in professional publishing with strong preference for law;
• Training and experience in copy-preparing and supervision at all stages of production;
• Capability of working in goals-oriented environment to plan for and achieve enhanced production cost and efficiencies;
• Ability to:
  • direct an existing team of French and English language copy preparers/proof-readers;
  • evaluate and retain additions/replacements to the team; supervise final make-up of all the works;
  • propose lay-out for specific publications;
  • assume overall responsibility for the entire production process of all Academy publications, including liaison with typesetters and printers and a close collaboration with the authors; and
  • check all PDFs and sign the approval for the press run.

Role and Location
The Publications Manager will work under the guidance of the Joint Committee on Publications of the Academy and will co-ordinate on a regular basis with the Secretary General and the Treasurer of the Academy.
The Publications Manager need not be resident in The Hague provided that he or she can demonstrate the capacity to manage from his or her place of residence the responsibilities of the position including co-ordination with the Academy.
Contractual Arrangements
The Publications Manager will be engaged under a services contract with the Hague Academy that will be governed by Dutch law.
Competitive fees based on training and experience will be paid both for the copy-preparing and proof-reading and for the overall management.
Applications Deadline, Confidentiality and Schedule for Interviews, Selection
Applications made in the form of a letter accompanied by a complete Resume/Curriculum Vitae including references (with phone and e-mail contacts) to be sent to the Academy of International Law, att. Mr. Steven van Hoogstraten, Treasurer, Peace Palace, 2517 KJ The Hague, or by e-mail to svanhoogstraten@hagueacademy.nl before 10 January 2014.
All applications will be held in strict confidence. Names of applicants not selected will not be disclosed. Inquiries to references of applicants will occur only after receiving approval of the applicant.
Interviews with finalists for the position are expected to be scheduled from February 2014 with a view to the Academy's reaching a decision and completing contract arrangements during March/April 2014.

Found here:  https://www.hagueacademy.nl/vacancy-publications-manager/

Vacancy: Geophysicist (The Hague)

Geophysicist

We have the following vacancy in our Geosience department, based in The Hague
Geophysicist Your role is to
- Guarantee the proper utilization , integration and interpretation of geophysical data in the geoscience studies conducted in TEPNL, within the framework of exploration / delineation and development projects to contribute to and optimize growth and costs
- Contribute to the estimation of reserves and related uncertainties and to the definition of development plans and prospects
- Ensure the proper use and best practices of geophysical methodologies and geophysical techniques, to perform and deliver studies with high quality, within specified timeframes and budgets.
- Contribute with supervision and input to external contractors when needed
- Participate to the internal approval processes in TEPNL and HQ
- Judge the need for and make use of internal expertise when required
- Participate in partner meetings with technical presentations
- Supervise 1-2 staff members.
- Be accountable for the quality of seismic interpretation
- Be accountable for the proper integration of the geophysical interpretation with other disciplines
- Be accountable for adequate use of best practices in geophysics regarding methods and tools in interpretation


Your profile
- Master Degree or PhD in Geophysics
- Minumum 7 years of experience in seismic interpretation
- Good knowledge of geology
- Experience in regional structural interpretation as well as reservoir geophysics
- Good communication
- Capable of working in a multi cultural environment and work in integrated teams


Our offer
TOTAL E&P NEDERLAND B.V. is offering an attractive and varied job within our international organisation.
Our salaries are competitive and we have a wide range of secondary benefits, including profit-sharing, bonus scheme, etc. Linked to your professional development, we offer exciting career prospects within the Dutch organisation or internationally within the Total Group.
Information/Application
For more information about this position you can contact Mrs. H. van Zijl, Human Resources Coordinator, telephone number 070-5129428
You can send your written application, preferably in English, to Total E&P Nederland B.V., Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 93280, 2509 AG THE HAGUE, or send it by e-mail to OR send an e-mail to ep-nl.hrcd-recruitment@total.com

Source: http://www.ep.total.nl/careers.php?iid=41&aboutinfo=about#Geophysicist

Vacancy: Reservoir Engineer

Reservoir Engineer

We have the following vacancy in our Geoscience Division, with The Hague as place to work: Reservoir Engineer Your role
- ensure that the data necessary is acquired for an adequate reservoir description and understanding
- In development wells:
* establish the principle logging, testing and coring programme
* supervise logging operations and assist the Wells Section during the testing phase
- In producing wells:
* initiate monitoring operations, including pressure surveys and production logging, and establish their principle programmes
* ensure the follow-up of day-to-day production behaviour of the wells in consultation with the Field Operations Department
- responsible for interpreting all acquired raw data, such as logs and test interpretation, fluid analyses, petrophysical measurements, and for ensuring the interpretation and the reporting of the results
- plan, initiate, direct and carry out all necessary reservoir studies
- determine and propose the optimized development or complementary development scenario


Your profile
- MSc degree in petroleum engineering or similar
- Minimum of 5 years experience as Reservoir Engineer in Exploration & Production.
- Good knowledge (spoken and written) of English.


Our offer
TOTAL E&P NEDERLAND B.V. is offering an attractive and varied job within our international organisation.
Our salaries are competitive and we have a wide range of secondary benefits, including profit-sharing, bonus scheme, life-cycle contribution, etc. Linked to your professional development, we offer exciting career prospects within the Dutch organisation or internationally within the Total Group.

Information/Application
For more information about this position you can contact Mrs. H. van Zijl, Human Resources Coordinator, telephone number 070-5129428 You can send your written application, in English, to Total E&P Nederland B.V., Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 93280, 2509 AG THE HAGUE, or send it by e-mail to OR send an e-mail to ep-nl.hrcd-recruitment@total.com

Source: http://www.ep.total.nl/careers.php?iid=41&aboutinfo=about#SeniorPetroleum%2FDevelopmentEngineer

VACANCY: Operational HR Manager

Carlton Senior Appointments Ltd - The Hague Area, Netherlands

Job Description

You will report to the corporate Director for HR and act as an essential part of the core HR function.
Core Responsibilities:

• Act as the lead for the Back Office HR team, including Site Management and Reception staff
• Key support to all local HR processes including; Management of data quality and analysis of relevant HRIS and data
• Responsible for improvements in HR Operations and Facilities, including Handbooks, Policies, and Procedures
• Talent management processes / workforce management
• Performance management processes
• Salary Review process
• Employee Engagement surveys
• External Vendor Management
• Job grading
• Coordination and support of recruitment processes
• Contract management
• Coordination of all on & off boarding activities.

Desired Skills & Experience

Desired Profile:

• Bachelors Degree in Business / Human Resources (or HR relevant)with  2-4 years of strong work experience in the field of HR. This will ideally be within a multi/international organisation, with exposure to regional responsibilities.
• Experience with full recruitment cycles.
• Knowledge of Dutch labour and employment law is essential.
• Strong administration and process management skills.
• Provide key support and a link between back office processes and HR Business Partnering activities.
• Hands-on attitude, with high motivational drive.
• Fluent (verbal and written) in English (Dutch would be advantageous)

Company Description

Our client, a major international logistics company, requires an experienced manager for HR operations to be based in their international headquarters in the Hague. This position offers a great career step for an ambitious and highly performing generalist with a solid grounding in HR. 
If you are interested in a confidential discussion and finding out more, please send your CV through to hr@carltonseniorappointments.com or call 0044 207 078 0510.

Additional Information

Posted: December 18, 2012

Type:Full-time

Experience:Mid-Senior level

Functions:Human Resources 

Industries:Package/Freight Delivery, Transportation/Trucking/Railroad, Logistics and Supply Chain 

Job ID:441788

 

Application here: http://www.linkedin.com/jobs?viewJob=&jobId=4417889&trk=rj_em&ut=2uAnZ3ema2-Rw1 or contact  http://www.linkedin.com/company/carlton-senior-appointments-ltd?trk=top_nav_home

VACANCY: Senior Patent Attorney at Shell - The Hague (Netherlands)

Job Description

Are you interested in a great opportunity to continue your legal career by working in-house for one of the leading Energy companies in the world?  Shell is looking for talented legal counsel Intellectual Property to work in The Hague. 
The legal function in Shell is business oriented and focuses on adding value through partnering. Our legal professionals are expected to bring a strategic mindset and high performance attitude to the table which allows Legal to help shape the business and drive towards Shell’s ambition to become the world’s most competitive and innovative energy company. 
We’re currently looking to recruit a Senior Patent Attorney to join us in the Netherlands. The successful candidate will provide optimal patent protection in a defined area of Shell’s businesses, defend patents against attacks by third parties and, if necessary, assist in the enforcement of patents. Shell has around 29,000 patents in over 110 countries you’ll be responsible for managing part of this holding and the IP risks relating to the business area you’re focused on.

Responsibilities:

• Providing cost effective and efficient legal/intellectual property services tailored to the needs and priorities of one or more global Shell businesses; 
• Providing objective, informed and legally competent advice and direction to the management of Shell businesses regarding intellectual property rights, opportunities, risks and liabilities;
• Securing and maintaining optimal protection worldwide for the Shell Group’s intellectual property, including identifying inventions, preparing and prosecuting patent applications and defending Shell Group’s patents against attacks by third parties;
• Maintaining an understanding of the Shell businesses the individual supports, including detailed knowledge of R&D/Technology activities and plans, business operations and plans, business and technology and IP strategies, the businesses’ portfolios of IP rights and assets, the businesses’ obligations and liabilities under its IP-related third party agreements, and the technology and IP positions and strategies of competitors and other third parties active in business and/or technology areas of interest to Shell; 
• Maintaining expertise in laws, regulations and legal processes generally or specifically applicable to the responsibilities of this Senior Patent Attorney; demonstrating ability to work within a field characterized by much uncertainty in the law; maintaining a working knowledge of laws, regulations and processes throughout the world;
• Following and mastering relevant technology developments, both developments originating within Shell and developments by third parties;
• Supporting the development of budgets and exercising appropriate control over internal and external costs; 
• Acting and advising in compliance with the complex structure of Shell Group governance in general and in particular Shell Intra-Group Agreements, which focus strongly on controls over intellectual property rights.

Requirements:


We are looking for a qualified Patent Attorney with a technical degree in mechanical engineering or physics or a related discipline. Furthermore we are looking for somebody with a European and a national qualification that required formal examination on all aspects of European and relevant national patent laws and patent practice with more than 10 years of experience (post European Patent Office (“EPO”) qualification) in patent practice, including experience in oppositions and other hearings before the EPO.

Application Deadline: Saturday 29 September 2012

Number of Vacancies: 1

Company Description

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemicals companies. It consists of the businesses of Upstream Americas, Upstream International, Downstream, and Projects & Technology. With around 93,000 employees in more than 90 countries and territories, Shell is helping to meet the world's growing demand for energy in economically, environmentally and socially responsible ways. Our strategy seeks to reinforce our position as a leader in the oil and gas industry in order to provide a competitive shareholder return while helping to meet global energy demand in a responsible way. In Upstream we focus on exploring for new oil and gas reserves and developing major projects where our technology and know-how adds value to the resource holders. In Downstream our emphasis remains on sustained cash generation from our existing assets and selective investments in growth markets. Shell by numbers (figures for 2010) Shell by numbers + 90 countries where we operate ~93,000 number of employees 48% of our production is natural gas 16.8 million tonnes of LNG sold (2010) 3.3 million barrels of gas and oil we produce every day 43,000 Shell service stations worldwide 145 billion litres of fuel sold (2010) >30 refineries and chemical plants we run

Additional Information

Posted:

August 22, 2012

Type:

Full-time

Experience:

Mid-Senior level

Functions:

Legal 

Industries:

Oil & Energy 

Job ID:

3610688

More information here: http://impact-gs2.jobstreet.com/jobs/jobDesc.aspx?eid=GnjI2O6i27UY366ucD55aOSu6I4%3d&uid=469|31792||&did=0&ref=&cc=&hjl=1&instance_id=581061870&lc=3&puc=1

VACANCY: Account Manager (English) in Holland

Blue Lynx Group - Amsterdam Region (The Hague Area, Netherlands)

Job Description

Our client, an international company who specialise in manufacturing natural chemicals, is looking to recruit an an experienced Account Manager. The successful candidate will be in charge of effectively managing customer accounts and developing existing client relationships. identifying new sales channels,and conducting successful price negotiations.   Job Profile for Account Manager   Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible to grow sales, optimise pricing, define value in use and developing and implementing tactics to achieve optimum value
• Identifying and initiating new product development opportunities
• Initiating new applications for existing products
• Expanding the account base
• Providing technical service support on product applications
• Responding to customer complaints, inquiries, and requests
• Developing and to report into the business functional account plans, utilizing knowledge of customer practices/policies and business strategies that are designed to gain increased sales, market share and ultimately ‘preferred supplier’ status
• Utilizing team effort and input from critical corporate functions
• Providing monthly rolling sales forecast for territory
• Developing and maintain excellent contacts and relationships
   

Desired Skills & Experience

andidate Profile for Account Manager

• Fluent English (written and spoken), other languages such as German, French, Italian and/or Spanish would be a plus
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, a technical degree would be a advantage
• Must have 3 to 5 years sales experience within the chemical industry Good understanding of the metal working fluid and lubricant marketplace and customer base
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills and account management experience
• Must have proven negotiation and analytical skills, and a result driven mentality
• Candidates living in Germany, France, Sweden, Finland and U.K. will also be considered for the position

Company Description

Blue Lynx is a recruitment agency specialised in finding multilingual, internationally oriented professionals for opportunities in the Netherlands and abroad. Our clients as well as candidates are Dutch and non Dutch and share the following common elements: international orientation, multicultural and multilingual.

Additional Information

Posted: August 2, 2012

Type: Full-time

Experience:Associate

Functions:Accounting/Auditing 

Industries:Chemicals 

Referral Bonus: Negotiable

Employer Job ID:12-0211

Job ID:3493393

  

Apply here: http://bluelynx.com/?p=435&RequestID=4640

Vacancy: English speaking Anglican Church Minister Required

St James Church, Voorschoten
Koninklijke Marinelaan 53
2251BA VOORSCHOTEN
http://www.stjames.nl

St. James, Voorschoten Can you walk on water? Neither can we! We’re not looking for a saint to fill this post (though potential saints are welcome) but a Priest eager to deal with the joys and challenges of a multi-cultural English-speaking church; willing to lead us towards fulfilment of our care-based healthy church programme and energized to seek out and seize opportunities to grow our church within the local and expatriate communities. You will have well developed pastoral and teaching skills and be comfortable in leading different worship styles. The staff team is currently a Youth Minister and a Reader. You must also have a minimum three years experience as an ordained Anglican minister A four bedroom house is provided. Voorschoten is situated to the north of The Hague with excellent transport links and a major international airport nearby. Closing date: Wednesday 16 May 2012 Interview: 15 June in London We are looking forward to welcoming you to lead our family so that we can journey and grow together in our relationship with God.  website: www. stjames.nl

VACANCY: European Patent Office - English, French, German Scientists and Engineers - Based The Hague, Netherlands

Type baan:	Permanent
Locatie:	The Hague - Zuid-Holland, The Netherlands
Salaris:	Dependent on Profile
Talen:	Engels, Frans, Duits

Bekijk profiel

• Naam:
  European Patent Office
• Code:
  EPO-04-2012-MJB

Join Europe’s top scientists and engineers

at the forefront of technology and work as a patent examiner at the European Patent Office.

Our graduate engineers and scientists – drawn from over 30 different European countries – work at the cutting edge of technology, examining the latest inventions in every technical field in order to protect and promote innovation in Europe.

If you have a degree in physics, chemistry, engineering or the natural sciences, and an excellent knowledge of one of the Office’s three official languages (English, French and German) and the ability to understand the other two, you too could be part of our team of patent examiners in The Hague, Netherlands.

To find out more about what it means to be a patent examiner, and for details of our attractive benefits package, visit our recruitment pages today: Click "Apply" to be redirected to our website to make your application today.

Keywords: Engineer Engineering Engineers Chemistry Science scientific scientist scientists

 

See here: http://www.toplanguagejobs.nl/job/1777281/English-French-German-Scientists-and-Engineers-Based-The-Hague-Netherlands

Vacancy: Lecturer(s) (Comparative) Criminal Law

Organisation: De Haagse Hogeschool (The Hague)

Job tracking number: nvt
Apply before: 03/05/2012

Job description

Specific Requirements:
Willing to pick up – among others - already planned and/or developed courses in Year 1 (Comparative Criminal Law), Year 3 (ICC & Other Tribunals, Core Crimes), and Year 4 (Law & Ethics, Law & Practice) as well as courses on professional legal (moot court) skills, and also willing to serve as a Tutor/Mentor: advising, coaching and grading individual and small groups of students on completion of assignments, projects, papers and career planning, as well as performing coordinating tasks. The actual tasks and amount of days will depend on the candidate.

Job requirements

General Qualifications:
At least a completed master of law or equivalent, including substantive knowledge of the areas relevant for the courses mentioned below, as well as an interest in the internationalization of law and the role of economics and ethics in legal practice; interest in UN General Assembly Resolution 3/217 and 55/2; five years working experience as a professional jurist (academic, judicial, other legal professions); proven ability and/or drive to contribute to knowledge transfer and student guidance in a case and competence oriented educational setting; excellent communication abilities and writing skills.

Level

- Universitair Master

Conditions of employment

Minimum salary:	€ 3177 gross per month
Maximum salary:	€ 4365 gross per month
Indication:	Salary is based on fulltime employment.

Salary description:

Gross salary (Scale 11) is between EUR 3.177,05 and EUR 4.365,16 per month in case of a full-time appointment (plus 8% vacation allowance and 13th month). The actual salary will be based on individual qualifications, scope of responsibility and amount of days, and not necessarily at the maximum of the scale.

Type of employment:	Tijdelijke aanstelling met uitzicht op vaste aanstelling
Contract:	1 year
Maximum work hours per week:	40

Specific conditions of employment:

Appointment [as per 1 June 2012]:
Appointment will be for a one-year term initially, although the candidate will immediately be seen as potential for permanent tenure.
Employment conditions will be governed by the collective labor agreement (CAO-HBO 2010-2012) of the THU
(employment on full time or part-time basis, positions together = 1,0 full time equivalent)

Organisation

De Haagse Hogeschool

More information about this organisation

Department

International Bachelor of Law Program
The Hague University of Applied Sciences (THU) – member of The Hague Academic Coalition and a designated UNESCO School – offers over forty bachelor programs, master programs and post-academic courses in a wide range of professional fields. Over 20 thousand students pursue education designed to develop their talents, to prepare them for professional careers and to share innovative knowledge with the various industries and society at large. In 2007, on the basis of Bynkershoek Institute research, and the Academy of Management, Law and Security (the department of  Dutch Law Program) (HBO-Rechten), the THU established an International Bachelor of Law Program (Program), licensed and accredited by the Dutch Government. The four-year Program has grown exceptionally since 2007. It currently has 500 students and 35 Faculty from 50 countries.
The full-time English-language Program, offers an education entirely focused on international, European and comparative perspectives on and principles of national law. It culminates in a Bachelor of Law degree (LL.B.) and is structured to educate young legal professionals for work in the international (European) field or national practices. Students are progressively trained from the start to apply their knowledge on cases drawn from real life situations through individual assignments and group projects. The Faculty is recruited from a variety of legal backgrounds and builds upon the platform of The Hague as the “Legal Capital of the World”. The atmosphere is cordial, hard working and forward looking.

Location

The Hague

Contact information

More information about the job:

Name:	Mr. E.E. van Bemmelen van Gent (Ernst)
Phone:	31 – (0)612 – 162765
Email address:	e.e.vanbemmelenvangent@hhs.nl

Information about the application procedure:

Name:	dienst HRM
Phone:	070-445 7947

Specifics

See “Law” at www.thehagueuniversity.nl.
Applications
Please fill out the application form and add your motivation and cv, before 3 May 2012 at www.dehaagsehogeschool.nl/vacatures.

Found here: http://www.werkenbijdeoverheid.nl/vacatures/detail/Lecturers-Comparative-Criminal-Law/index.cfm?baanplein_id=20021-505140996640&adm_pin=20021&searchPath=%2Fvacatures%2FsearchByOrganisation%3Fadm_pin%3D20100

Communications Officer

International Baccalaureate

Communications OfficerLocation: The Hague
Salary band is EUR 35 000 – 38 000

The roleTo support the work within our Global Communications and Marketing team we are looking to recruit a fulltime Communications Officer, based in The Hague. The focus of this role is to coordinate and manage different activities and projects that address the communications needs of our stakeholder community around the world. The successful candidate will need experience in all aspects of providing support to a busy team including the creation of high quality external and internal communications encompassing media relations, digital communications, internal communications, events management, printed literature, marketing campaigns, branding and corporate identity.

Main requirements• Bachelor degree in communications and /or marketing;
• Proven communications experience;
• Experience of managing time sensitive projects;
• Ability to communicate with people at different levels/ cultures;
• Proven media relations experience; solid understanding of the (social)media landscape;
• Ability to write clearly for newsletters, brochures, websites etc;
• Highly proficient in computer skills;
• Experience within a not for profit sector is desirable;
• Good influencing skills and ability to develop effective working relationships;
• Good team player;
• Fluency in English required, French and Spanish are a plus.

Start Date:1 March 2012

Location:The post will be based in The Hague, the Netherlands

More info: http://www.mediavacature.nl/vacatures/communicatie/communications-officer.html

Job openings for patent examiners

Vacancies for engineers and scientists

The EPO is currently recruiting patent examiners to work in Munich, The Hague and Berlin.

Who can apply?

Engineers and scientists with sufficient language skills. Please see our required profile section for details.

The job involves searching in online databases, analysing documents, communicating orally and in writing with patent applicants and their attorneys, and then taking decisions on the grant of patents valid in up to 38 European countries.

Please see our role of an examiner section for details.

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We currently have job opportunities in various technical fields and EPO locations. Just click on the links below for more detailed information about vacancies in each technical field. 

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• Applied thermodynamics
• Audio video media
• Civil engineering
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• Industrial chemistry
• Lighting and vehicle lighting
• Measuring and testing
• Mechanical engineering
• Medical technology
• Telecom

Important: Each EPO location advertises its own vacancies; incoming job applications are also processed locally.

Applications

If you are interested in joining the EPO, you might want to: 

• apply online
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