United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime

岗位领域：其他 工作性质：长期工作

学历要求：本科及以上 岗位职级：P4

工作地点：Dakar 截止日期：06 September , 2023

岗位信息网址：?id=215023&Lang=en-US

职位描述

Org. Setting and Reporting

The position is located in the Regional Office for West and Central Africa (ROSEN) of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Dakar, Senegal. The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the regional Senior Programme Officer (Law Enforcement and Head of Programme) based in Abidjan, Cote D’Ivoire, and under the overall supervision of the Chief of Implementation Support Section (ISS) II, Terrorism Prevention Branch (TPB), Division for Treaty Affairs (DTA) of UNODC in Vienna, Austria.

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Responsibilities

The incumbent will be responsible for the overall management, supervision, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the analysis unit pillar under the Integrated Border Stability Mechanism (IBSM) Project which aims to collate information concerning the situation in border areas with focus on: security, transnational organized crime and terrorism. In this context, UNODC, IOM (International Organization for Migration) in partnership with UNOCT (United Nations Office of Counterterrorism) and INTERPOL will establish an Integrated Border Stability Mechanism (IBSM) as a multilateral coordinating structure for separate but complementary internationally funded projects in the region that aim at strengthening border governance and security in areas strategically relevant for regional stability.

Within delegated authority, the Law Enforcement and Counter Terrorism Officer will be responsible for the following specific duties:

- Support the establishment of the IBSM Secretariat structure in Dakar, Senegal, in close consultation with IOM (Secretariat lead agency), UNOCT and INTERPOL, and through the recruitment of dedicated human resources.

- Actively support and participate in the IBSM coordination meetings both at technical and strategic level.

- Ensure a high level of coordination with other IBSM members, especially for the dissemination of all relevant information (analysis products, data collected, etc..

- Manage, coordinate and supervise the work of the team working on the IBSM mechanism at the Regional Office.

- Attend policy-making and expert group meetings to monitor and advise on border management issues.

- Provide substantive expertise in technical assistance events organised by the UNODC in areas in support of Member States’ efforts in countering transnational organised crime and terrorism in border areas, through training and presentations.

- Manage the development, implementation and/or evaluation monitoring of assigned activities designed to strengthen border management in the region (interdiction of drugs, precursor chemicals, wildlife, migrant smuggling, armed groups, terrorism, etc.) and provide advisory services and mentoring to national authorities.

- Lead and participate in complex needs assessment and other technical missions including to border control checkpoints to evaluate and elaborate technical assistance project proposals, in consultation with thematic sections as relevant as well as provide expertise and implement project activities, as it may be required.

- Initiate, develop training curricula and training materials to support and sustain the programmes’ goals and outputs.

- Prepare sub-programme reports, including work plans, budget segments, programme/project progress, performance and/or implementation delivery reports as well as variety of written outputs, working papers, reports, background papers, presentations, proposals and documents, briefings, training materials, manuals, guides, toolkits, etc.

- Ensure the provision of regular reports to UNODC and relevant stakeholders on advancement of work, project implementation status, delivery and results.

- Evaluate the quality and impact of assistance measures in the area of border management.

- Collect and analyze data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.

- Perform other work-related duties as required.

Competencies

- Professionalism: Has proven knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts, and sound practices relevant to combating crime, illicit drugs, and terrorism prevention related issues. Has in-depth knowledge of policies and practices in international drug control and crime prevention, including substantive and specific technical knowledge relevant to law enforcement practices, border control and border management, judiciary, prosecution, human trafficking, organized crime, financial crime, and related areas. Has ability to identify issues, analyse, and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Is able to conduct data collection using various methods. Has conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct needs assessment in the relevant field. Has ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, to plan own work and to manage conflicting priorities. Has proven ability to contribute to complex technical assistance programmes, to provide expert advice in the substantive area, deliver presentations and training and mobilize external partners and stakeholders. Has up to date knowledge of United Nations policies, rules and regulations, guidelines, and procedures. Has ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. 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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

- Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

- Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational 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.

- 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

An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in criminal justice, criminology, law, political science, management or other related fields is required. A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Formal qualifications or certifications from a recognised national or international customs authority, police academy, or military-training institution, supplemented by specialization in criminal justice, crime prevention, or law enforcement, in combination with four (4) additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the first level university degree.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven years of relevant progressively responsible professional experience in the fields of law enforcement, border management, drug control activities, crime and terrorism prevention is required.

Work experience at the international level in one or more of the following areas: law enforcement, crime prevention, counter terrorism, criminal and/or financial investigations, police, prosecutions, customs, border control, combating organized crime, drug and human trafficking, smuggling of migrants, and/or criminal intelligence processes, is required.

Work experience using risk-based working methodology (profiling) is required.

Work experience in programme/project management and technical cooperation is required.

Work experience with counterparts in the field is desirable.

Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in English and French is required. Knowledge of other regional or local language(s) is an advantage. Knowledge of other United Nations official languages is also an advantage.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise and a competency-based interview.

Special Notice

This is a project post. Filling of this position is subject to funding availability and the initial appointment will be for a period of one year. Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.

Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

Applicants, who successfully go through a competitive recruitment process and are recommended for selection and/or inclusion in the roster of pre-approved candidates for subsequent job openings at the same level and with similar functions, may have their application information and roster status shared with other UN Organizations. Such applicants may be contacted by other UN Organizations for similar job openings, subject to the confirmation of their interest. Placement on the roster is no guarantee of a future selection.？

At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.

The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

Dakar is classified in the A category (family duty station).

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