Adviser (Prosecution of Organized/Forestry Related Crime)

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This is a P-4 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 7 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 137,183 USD and 176,869 USD.

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Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in Bogota, UNODC Country Office in Colombia (COCOL), Division for Operations (DO), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The incumbent will work within the Global Programme for Strengthening the Capacities of Member States to Prevent and Combat (transnational) Organized and Serious Crime (GPTOC), under the Organized Crime and Illicit Trafficking Branch (OCB), Division for Treaty Affairs (DTA), UNODC. The Adviser (Prosecution of Organized/Forestry Related Crime) will work under the direct supervision of the UNODC Representative for Colombia (COCOL) and the substantive guidance and supervision of the Senior Drug Control and Crime Prevention Officer heading GPTOC.

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Responsibilities Within assigned authority, the incumbent will perform the following specific duties: •Implement the activities under the Law Enforcement Assistance Programme (LEAP) to Combat Deforestation relating to the investigation/prosecution of organized/serious crime connected to trafficking in forestry/timber in Colombia and other priority countries in Latin America, including support to the development and implementation of national strategies and coordination mechanisms pertaining to the investigation and prosecution of organized forestry related crime; •Collect and assess information on the challenges and good practices in the investigation and prosecution of organized/forestry related crime in Colombia and Latin America, including on its corruption/financial crime/criminal proceeds aspects and on regional and international cooperation and identify the shortcomings in the investigation and prosecution processes or the legal frameworks of crimes related to deforestation at the local and regional levels; •Provide advice, mentoring and training to support the prosecution of forestry related crime, which may include: complex/financial crime, corruption, money laundering, use of conspiracy, and the use of relevant criminal law and forestry crime related legislation to prosecutors, law enforcement, environmental/forestry officials or other relevant officials and civil society; •Support the development of and provide advice, mentoring and training to forestry crime inter-agency task forces; •Provide support, advice and training to the central and competent authority for mutual legal assistance for organized and forestry related crime and facilitate cooperation between central and competent authorities of different jurisdictions and share information with networks for judicial/legal and law enforcement cooperation; •In collaboration with national and LEAP project partners, provide advice, mentoring and training for prosecutors and other practitioners on the freezing and confiscation of criminal assets; •In collaboration with national and LEAP project partners, provide advice, information and support as required to non-governmental, regional and international organizations working on deforestation/forestry/environmental crime; •Perform other work-related duties as may be required.

Competencies •Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and practices relevant to combating and prosecuting organized and serious crime, illicit trafficking, and other related issues. Has 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 conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct needs assessment in the relevant field. Is able to provide expert advice in the substantive area, deliver presentations and training and mobilize external partners and stakeholders. Demonstrates ability to negotiate and apply good judgment. Is able to produce legal reviews, reports and papers on integrated programmatic issues and to review and edit the work of others. Is able to apply UN rules, regulations, policies and guidelines in work situations. Demonstrates confidentiality and diplomacy. Demonstrates sensitivity to the diverse needs of those in a multi-cultural environment. Is able to work with a small team of professional staff and with a flexible approach. Is willing to assist with a variety of other tasks. 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.

•Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Education Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience A minimum of seven years of relevant progressively responsible professional work experience in prosecutions/investigations, out of which several years related to any of the following: organized crime and illicit trafficking, environmental crime, money laundering and financial flows, corruption and international cooperation in criminal matters, is required. Experience in providing advice, mentoring, training, and/or operational support to one or several of the following: customs, financial intelligence, law enforcement and prosecutors on issues pertaining to drug or illicit trafficking, organized crime, environmental crime, money laundering and financial flows, corruption or international cooperation in criminal matters, is required. Experience in the preparation of legal briefs/court documents necessary for investigations/ prosecutions is desirable. Experience in technical cooperation projects is desirable. Experience in reviewing or drafting laws or regulations pertaining to organized or serious crime related issues is desirable. Relevant experience in field environment, particularly in Latin America is desirable.

Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised fluency in English and Spanish is required. Knowledge of another United Nations official language is 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 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.

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

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.

Bogota is classified as an A and family duty station.

United Nations Considerations According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

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