Investigator - Cebu, Philippines

The Need

International Justice Mission is seeking an experienced Investigator to serve in the IJM Cebu Field Office. Investigators are responsible for conducting and monitoring sex trafficking investigations and securing reliable, timely, and actionable information about victims, perpetrators, and establishments involved in sex trafficking within the Metro Cebu area. Investigators report to the Director of Investigations or his designee.

Responsibilities

• Develop a thorough working knowledge of relevant laws and criminal procedures regarding investigations;
• Develop a thorough working knowledge of the modus operandi of sex traffickers in the Metro Cebu area;
• Maintain strict confidentiality as an Investigator;
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all investigations, investigative strategies, and other privileged and sensitive information;
• Recruit and maintain a network of informants and operatives who provide reliable, timely, and actionable information regarding cases of sex trafficking;
• Properly strategize sex trafficking investigations;
• Conduct low profile sex trafficking investigations;
• Conduct low profile surveillance to locate wanted persons;
• Write detailed, daily investigative reports and submit them to the Director of Investigations, or his designee, in a timely manner;
• Draft detailed raid and rescue operation plans;
• Serve, if necessary, as a witness to the crimes committed;
• Comply with all IJM, government, and donor requirements.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with members of other departments within the Field Office; and
• Carry out additional assignments as required by the Director of Investigation or his designee.

Required Skills and Experience

• Fluency in oral and written communication in English and Cebuano;
• Minimum of 1 year experience in criminal investigation;
• Willingness to work under potentially hazardous conditions;
• Demonstrated interest in human rights and social justice;
• Computer literate;
• No criminal record; and
• Licensed and able to drive a four-wheeled motor vehicle.

Critical Qualities

• Mature orthodox Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed;
• Strong service ethic and a passion for IJM’s goals;
• Attention to detail and disciplined with priorities;
• Patient and able to work well under stress;
• Personable with a sustained positive attitude;
• Punctual and able to manage time and resources effectively;
• Excellent interpersonal skills;
• Diplomatic, flexible, and mature in judgment;
• Professional demeanor and excellent written and oral communication;
• Effective team player and leader; and Strong ethic of service and a passion for IJM’s goals.

Organization Information

• Competitive salary, with medical benefits;
• Position reports to the Director of Investigation;
• Applications accepted until the position is filled; and
• Target date for hire is immediate.
  
  

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The Mission

International Justice Mission is a human rights agency that secures justice for victims of slavery, sexual exploitation and other forms of violent oppression. IJM lawyers, investigators and aftercare professionals work with local officials to ensure immediate victim rescue and aftercare, to prosecute perpetrators and to promote functioning public justice systems.