Ref.
2026/ESEORFODE/15578
Job offer type
Experts
Type of contract
Service contract
Activity sectors
Justice
Deadline date
2026/06/17 10:03
Duration of the assignment
Short term
Contract
Freelancer
Duration
18 jours
EU4FAST - Short-terme expert on regulatory framework on digital evidence (M/W)
Département Gouvernance - GOUV > Pôle Justice
Published on : 2026/06/03
CONTINENTAL EUROPE
ALBANIA
HOME-BASED
Mission description
Assessment Strategy
- Each of the 6 national experts will provide a report assessing the national regulatory framework on digital evidence in his/her respective country, in light of EU standards.
- The international expert will review and harmonize the conclusions of the 6 national assessment reports.
- Based on the conclusions of the 6 finalized national assessment reports, the international expert will provide a regional assessment report, including recommendations to strengthen WB6 regulatory frameworks on digital evidence in light of EU standards.
Project or context description
Objectives of the activity:
The overall objective is to assess WB6 national regulatory frameworks on digital evidence for effective anti-trafficking and smuggling response in light of EU standards.
Result(s) of the activity:
o By the end of the mission, a comprehensive analysis on WB6 national regulatory frameworks on digital evidence in light of EU standards will be presented to the beneficiaries.
o A final report summarizing findings, recommendations, and proposed measures will be shared with all consortium partners and beneficiaries to ensure alignment and follow-up planning.
Required profile
Qualifications:
- A master’s or equivalent degree in a relevant field such as Law, Human Rights, Public Administration, European legislation or a related discipline;
- Specialized certifications in areas such as: cybercrime investigations & Digital Forensics.
Specific competencies:
- Proven experience in analysing national laws and regulatory frameworks ;
- Comprehensive understanding of digital evidence;
- Proven experience in analysing EU standards, Directives and regulatory frameworks ;
- Strong analytical skills to assess gaps and propose solutions in existing frameworks;
- Proven experience in drafting recommendations ;
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate cooperation between multinational teams.
General work experience:
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in government institutions, prosecution office, law firm, university, law enforcement, NGOs, international organization, or related fields;
- Experience in the field of international cooperation tools;
- Experience working in multi-agency or international environments;
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively within teams.
Knowledge
- In-depth knowledge of national regulatory framework on digital evidence (national expert)
- In-depth knowledge of EU standards, Directives and regulatory framework on digital evidence (international expert)
Awareness of human trafficking and migrant smuggling response and victim support frameworks, especially within the EU framework.
Selection criteria for applications
The selection process for candidates will be based on the following criteria :
- Candidate’s skills linked with the expert mission
- Candidate’s expected linguistic understanding
Deadline for application : 2026/06/17 10:03
File(s) attached : TOR77 activity n 1.1.1-4.ROL - Expert Assessment Digital Evidence.pdf
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