- Country: Port of Spain, Spain
- No of vacancies: N/A
- Salary: N/A
- Organization: UNDP
- Gender: Both
- Deadline: 2024-01-27
Scope of Work
Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Director, TTFSC or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the Forensic Pathologist will:
- Perform post mortem examinations, both external examinations and autopsies, and perform microscopic examination of specimens in cases submitted to the Forensic Science Centre by official and private clients;
- Complete Medical Certificates of Cause of Death as required for the registration of deaths cases, at any crime scene, facility or location in Trinidad and Tobago;
- Prepare and issue reports to the Coroner and Police Investigators on examinations performed, including observations made and opinions as to the cause of death;
Submit samples taken in the course of post mortem examinations to various laboratories for specific analyses and complete Proof of Death Certificates for submission to insurance companies and other agencies by persons claiming life insurance benefits;
- Testify in criminal and civil courts and at Coroner Inquests in relation to professional findings and opinions;
- Direct and supervise junior staff, including Mortuary Attendants and Autopsy Technicians and visit scenes of suspected homicide where such visits would be of assistance to investigators;
- Advise on improvements and best practices in pathology for the TTFSC; assist in the development, implementation and monitoring of standardized policies, protocols and procedures for the delivery of pathology services;
- Contribute to decision making in matters involving, inter alia, staffing, training, and procurement of equipment and materials for the Forensic Pathology Subdivision;
- Lecture to medical practitioners, law enforcement officers, legal officers, students and other groups on various aspects of forensic pathology;
- Represent the Forensic Science Centre, as required, at conferences, meetings and discussions on forensic pathology matters;
Institutional Arrangement
The Forensic Pathologist will report to the Director, TTFSC or his/her designated mandated representative(s).
Competencies
Core
| Achieve Results: | LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline |
| Think Innovatively: | LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements |
| Learn Continuously: | LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback |
| Adapt with Agility: | LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible |
| Act with Determination: | LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident |
| Engage and Partner: | LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships |
| Enable Diversity and Inclusion: | LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination |
Cross-Functional & Technical competencies
| Thematic Area | Name | Definition |
| Business Management | Communication | Ability to communicate in a clear, concise, and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience. |
| Business Management | Risk Management | Access to Justice |
| Business Direction & Strategy | System Thinking | Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider
how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system |
| Business Direction & Strategy | Negotiation and Influence | Ability to reach an understanding, persuade others, resolve points of difference, gain
advantage in the outcome of dialogue, negotiates mutually acceptable solutions through compromise and creates ‘win-win’ situations |
Minimum Qualifications of the Successful IPSA
Min. Education requirements
- Advanced university degree (Master´s degree or equivalent) in Forensic Pathology (e.g. FRCA, MMed, etc); Medical Degree (e.g. MBBS, MD, MBCh, etc).
- First-level university degree in Forensic Pathology; Medical Degree in combination with additional 2 years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of Master´s degree.
- Also see comparative table below (Anex 1)
Min. years of relevant work experience
- Minimum 2 years (with Master´s degree) or 4 years (with Bachelor´s degree) of working experience as a Forensic Pathologist
- Completion of a residency in anatomic and clinical pathology or anatomic pathology and a fellowship in forensic pathology or equivalent;
Required skills
- Knowledge of professional standards in forensic pathology;
- Excellent oral and written skills;
- Excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills;
- Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing;
Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;
- Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development;
- Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel;
- Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment;
- Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines;
Required Language(s)
- Fluency in English is required
- Working knowledge of Spanish is an advantage
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