Assistant National Programme Officer

Contract

This is a NO-1 contract. This kind of contract is known as National Professional Officers. It is normally only for nationals. It's a staff contract. More about NO-1 contracts.

Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the Programme Office in Guinea Conakry (POGIN) Regional Office for West and Central Africa (ROSEN), Division for Operations (DO), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Conakry, Guinea Conakry. The Assistant National Programme Officer will report to the Senior Law Enforcement Officer based in Abidjan and the Regional Representative.

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Responsibilities Within assigned authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties: - Provide day-to-day technical and logistical support for the implementation of relevant activities foreseen under the project on management of peaceful demonstrations in accordance with international human rights standards as well as those related to other UNODC initiatives in the country. - Maintain regular contact with national partners to support programme implementation, expansion and fundraising. - Ensure consideration of UN Human Rights Due Diligence in UNODC capacity building initiatives. - Attend relevant meetings of the UN country team and other partners and support the implementation of action points that concern UNODC. - As member of a team, ensure the coherence and quality of the project components in its implementation. - Assist in the development, in consultation with the partners involved in the implementation of the project, of an Annual Work Plan (AWP), as well as detailed quarterly and monthly work plans. - Contribute to consolidating programme activity reports as outlined in the project documents. - Provide assistance in monitoring and controlling the disbursement of funds made available for the implementation of field programmes and activities.

- Specific duties and responsibilities related to the project on management of peaceful demonstrations in accordance with international human rights standards:

o Prepare quarterly, semi-annual and annual activity reports. o Support the preparation of donor narrative and financial reports. o Identify training needs, prepare and facilitate training sessions. o Support effective knowledge management of internal and external evidence, data and knowledge products relevant to UNODC's work on the management of peaceful protests in accordance with international human rights standards. o Participate in the organization of meetings, seminars, plenary sessions and workshops. o Contribute to the development of policies and other strategic documents that will address the problems and needs of the project recipient country in collaboration with the government(s) and other strategic partners. o Support the process of building the capacity of national governmental and non-governmental institutions in the area of managing peaceful demonstrations in accordance with international human rights standards. o Assist in conducting legal research and analysis as needed.

- Contribute to the collection and analysis of data and identification of trends or patterns and provide draft insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. - Document requirements and background information used for data analysis. - Perform any other work-related duties, as required.

Competencies Professionalism: Has knowledge of issues related to the fight against drug trafficking, transnational organised crime and conflict as well as crime prevention. Is able to identify issues, formulate opinions, make conclusions and recommendations. 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.

Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Education A first-level university degree in in law, management, human and social sciences, international development, political science or related field is required.

Work Experience A minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in law enforcement is required.

Work experience in programme management and results-based approach is desirable.

Experience in project monitoring and evaluation is desirable.

Experience in conducting consultations with government and donors 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 the position advertised, fluency in English and French is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations 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 the funds.

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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.

Candidates for the National Professional Officer category shall be of the nationality of the country where this position is located.

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