Associate Drug Control and Crime Prevention Officer

Contract

This is a P-2 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 2 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 57,661 USD and 78,318 USD.

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Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the Laboratory and Scientific Service (LSS), Division for Policy Analysis and Public Affairs (DPA), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), in Vienna, Austria. The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Programme Management Officer, LSS, and the overall guidance of Chief, LSS.

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Responsibilities Within limits of assigned authority, the incumbent will undertake activities in the context of the on-going Forensic and Scientific work programme of the UNODC to enhance the capacity of Member States to provide scientific support to drug control and crime prevention activities. The incumbent will be responsible for the following specific duties: •Provide substantive and backstopping support for the UNODC Global Scientific and Forensic Programme (GLOU54), in particular as it relates to the UN Toolkit on Synthetic Drugs (“Toolkit”) portfolio. •Support the development and implementation of capacity building activities to promote the use of the Toolkit. This includes, but not limited to training workshops, webinar series and technical presentations. •Contribute to and coordinate the development of online platforms and applications, websites and databases related to the Toolkit. Develop and maintain creative content for online platforms by using relevant software applications (e.g. Adobe creative package), if required. •Research the latest information on resources and tools related to responses to synthetic drugs and update the Toolkit online platforms accordingly. •Liaise with collaborating partners on the update of existing modules and development of new Toolkit content. •Monitor and track online platform analytics for reporting and development purposes. •Provide project management assistance to support the development of interactive forensic tools and resources to support front line officers in making informed interdiction decisions. - Provide support in the preparation of workplans, identifying experts to deliver the substantive work, liaising with donors, tracking financial expenditures against the approved budget, preparing donor reports and internal implementation reports. •Support the implementation, monitoring and technical backstopping of project GLOU54, monitor and analyse programme/project development and implementation; draft programme/project proposals and review relevant documents and reports; identify problems and issues to be addressed and propose corrective actions; assist with preparing substantive progress and reports. •Assist in developing funding proposals, concept notes and implementation related reports and, when appropriate, liaise with donors. •Prepare various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, brochures etc.; prepare briefing notes and relevant summary reports for senior management and senior official visitors to UNODC and for country and regional consultations with donors, as well as for other major UNODC events; draft routine day-to-day correspondence, respond to correspondence and inquiries, update media and on-line coverage of the UN Toolkit on Synthetic Drugs, including related social media coverage. •Provide substantive support to consultative and other GLOU54 meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations, etc.; undertake outreach activities; conduct training workshops and seminars; make presentations on assigned topics/activities. •Participate in field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and drafting mission summaries, etc.; support all action related to maintaining the flow of information on the Toolkit with collaborating partners as well as other relevant UNODC counterparts, including senior management. •Coordinate activities related to budget and funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and prepare related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget, etc.). •Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Competencies PROFESSIONALISM: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concept and approaches relevant to technical cooperation and programme/project implementation, in particular with regard to synthetic drugs. Has knowledge of major international drug control and crime prevention related issues, as well as knowledge of the UNODC mandate and policies. Is able to deal with multiple tasks under tight deadlines and work under pressure. Has sound judgment and good analytical and problem-solving skills, including ability to identify and contribute to the solution of problems/issues. Has excellent drafting skills and a demonstrable capacity to prepare high quality concept notes, reports and briefings and promotional material. Has ability to organize and implement activities and outputs and to monitor progress against milestones and deadlines. 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.

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.

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.

Education Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in political/social sciences, international relations, international development, forensic science, public policy, administration or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

A first-level university degree and no experience will be accepted for candidates who have passed the Young Professional Programme Examination (YPP), the United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (GtoP).

Work Experience A minimum of 2 years of professional work experience at the international level, in a drug control and crime prevention related area including programme/project formulation, development, execution, implementation, monitoring/evaluation and reporting is required. Experience in the development of online databases, content management systems and websites related to drug control and crime prevention is required. Experience in the preparation and presentation of technical and scientific data in order to facilitate knowledge exchange between various stakeholders, including researchers, practitioners, and policy makers is required. Experience with drug control and crime prevention related strategies, particularly as they relate to synthetic drugs, is desirable. Experience working with design software programmes/applications (e.g. Adobe creative package) for developing and maintaining creative content for online platforms is desirable. Experience in organizing workshops and fora, including online, as well as other similar events, is desirable. Experience working with the United Nations system or other similar international organizations is desirable. No experience is required for candidates who have passed the Young Professional Programme Examination (YPP), the United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (GtoP).

Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French or Spanish is desirable. 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.

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.

Vienna is classified in the H category (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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No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.