JOBS & CAREERS
Explore career opportunities, recruitment information, internships, volunteering and professional growth opportunities with CRIAI.
Career at CRIAI
This is where we advertise our latest career opportunities; with staff, volunteer and internship vacancies available at our offices and through our programmes. Please browse the available information below to find an opportunity that matches your interests, experience, education and professional goals.
A career with CRIAI can provide opportunities to develop practical experience, strengthen professional skills, contribute to research and public-awareness activities, and work with people from different backgrounds. Depending on the position, opportunities may involve administration, research, investigation support, awareness programmes, communication, technology, field activities, project coordination or other organisational functions.
If you are interested in working with us but do not see the right vacancy at present, continue checking the recruitment and circular section for newly released opportunities and application information.
RECRUITMENT & CAREER INFORMATION
Recruitment information is intended to help candidates understand available opportunities, eligibility requirements, application procedures and the general selection process. Candidates should read the relevant vacancy or circular carefully before submitting an application.
Every role can have different requirements. Candidates should ensure that the information entered in an application is accurate, complete and supported by appropriate documents wherever requested.
Who Can Explore Opportunities?
Depending on the vacancy, opportunities may be relevant to experienced professionals, students, graduates, volunteers, interns and individuals with specialised skills.
Candidates should always refer to the particular vacancy or circular for the applicable eligibility criteria.
Staff Opportunities
Staff positions may involve organisational responsibilities, programme support, research, administration, communication, project work or other functions required by the organisation.
The responsibilities and qualifications can vary from one position to another.
Internship Opportunities
Internship opportunities can provide students and learners with practical exposure to research, administration, investigation awareness, communication, technology and project-related work.
Interns should use the opportunity to learn professionally, maintain confidentiality where required and follow organisational instructions.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer engagement can support community-awareness activities, educational initiatives, events, outreach and other approved organisational programmes.
Volunteer responsibilities depend on the programme and should be clearly understood before participation.
THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Seen a role that you are interested in? If so, please create your online profile and submit your application through the appropriate application channel. The application form may ask for work experience, education history and specific questions that help the recruitment team understand your suitability for the role.
Depending on the position, candidates may also be asked for a CV, cover letter, certificates, examples of work, research publications or other relevant information. Make sure that the application is completed fully because missing information can make it difficult for the recruitment team to assess the application.
Find a Suitable Opportunity
Review the recruitment and circular information and identify a position or programme that matches your qualifications, interests and experience.
Read the Requirements
Carefully review the role description, eligibility criteria, required documents, application instructions and closing date.
Create Your Profile and Apply
Complete the application form accurately and provide the requested information and documents.
Application Review
The recruitment team reviews applications in accordance with the requirements of the advertised opportunity and the applicable selection process.
Next Stage
Candidates selected for the next stage may receive an interview or assessment notification through the contact details supplied in the application.
Selection and Offer
Following the applicable assessment process, successful candidates may be contacted regarding the next formal steps, documentation and any required pre-employment checks.
THE INTERVIEW PROCESS
Should you be invited to interview, you may receive a notification by email or through the contact information provided in your application. Where scheduling options are provided, candidates may be asked to select a suitable interview slot from the available options.
Depending on the role and organisational requirements, an interview may take place in person, by telephone or through a video link. Candidates should make sure that they are available at the scheduled time and have access to any documents or information that may be required.
An interview is an opportunity for the organisation to understand the candidate's experience, skills, interests and suitability for the advertised role. It is also an opportunity for candidates to understand the responsibilities, working environment and expectations associated with the opportunity.
YOUR ASSESSMENT
Candidates will be assessed against the competencies and requirements relevant to the role applied for. These requirements should be consistent with the advertised job description and the applicable selection criteria.
The assessment process may consist of one or more stages. Depending on the nature of the position, it may include interviews, practical tasks, written assignments, skill assessments, communication exercises, research-related tasks or other forms of evaluation.
What Candidates Should Prepare
- Review the vacancy and understand the responsibilities of the role.
- Keep your education and experience information accurate and up to date.
- Prepare relevant examples from your academic, professional or volunteer experience.
- Be ready to explain your skills and how they relate to the position.
- Keep requested documents available in the required format.
- Check your email and application profile regularly for notifications.
YOUR INTERVIEW PANEL
The interview panel may generally include the line manager for the role, a colleague or peer and another relevant staff expert, depending on the position and the applicable recruitment process.
In addition to assessing suitability, the panel may provide candidates with further information about CRIAI, its work, its programmes and how the role fits into the organisation.
Candidates should use the interview to communicate clearly, answer questions honestly and ask relevant questions about the responsibilities and expectations of the opportunity.
Professional Conduct
Candidates are expected to communicate respectfully and provide accurate information throughout the application and selection process.
Accuracy of Information
Education, experience, identification and other application information should be entered correctly. False or misleading information may affect an application.
Confidentiality
Where a role involves confidential information, candidates and selected personnel should follow the applicable confidentiality and information-handling requirements.
Communication
Keep the email address and mobile number used in the application active so that recruitment-related communication can reach you.
YOUR OFFER
Following a successful interview and assessment, selected candidates may be contacted directly regarding the next stage, offered terms and any required pre-employment enquiries or documentation.
Candidates should carefully review any formal communication received regarding an offer, including the position, responsibilities, applicable terms, joining requirements and documents that may need to be submitted.
Any employment or engagement arrangement is subject to the applicable organisational requirements and the formal terms communicated to the selected candidate.
BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH PURPOSE
A professional journey is built through continuous learning, responsible conduct, teamwork and a willingness to develop new skills. Candidates joining a research, investigation, public-awareness or administrative environment may encounter opportunities to learn from different teams and projects.
CRIAI's work may involve subjects that require professionalism, discretion, careful handling of information and respect for people. Individuals considering an opportunity should be prepared to follow applicable organisational procedures and professional standards.
Skills That Can Support Professional Growth
- Research and analytical thinking.
- Clear written and verbal communication.
- Computer and digital literacy.
- Teamwork and project coordination.
- Documentation and record management.
- Problem solving and responsible decision-making.
- Time management and professional discipline.
- Respectful interaction with colleagues and the public.
FREQUENTLY ASKED CAREER QUESTIONS
What if I cannot find a suitable vacancy?
Continue checking the recruitment and circular section for new opportunities. Vacancies can change over time and a future opening may better match your qualifications or interests.
Can students apply?
Students may explore internship or other opportunities where the applicable programme or vacancy permits. Always check the specific eligibility requirements before applying.
Can volunteers participate?
Volunteer opportunities may be available for suitable programmes. The nature, duration and responsibilities of volunteer engagement depend on the applicable programme.
What information should I keep ready?
Candidates should generally keep their education details, work experience information, contact details and any documents requested in the relevant vacancy ready before beginning an application.
How will I know about the next stage?
Recruitment-related communication will use the contact information supplied by the candidate, according to the applicable recruitment process. Candidates should check their email and application profile regularly.
IMPORTANT RECRUITMENT INFORMATION
Please read the relevant recruitment notice, vacancy details and application instructions carefully before applying. Requirements may differ between positions, internships, volunteer programmes and other opportunities.
READY TO EXPLORE AN OPPORTUNITY?
Check the latest recruitment information, review the requirements carefully and submit your application through the appropriate CRIAI application channel.
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