Associate Programme Officer (Global Maritime Crime Programme - Maritime Law Enforcement, Indian Ocean West) - Recruit from Roster

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Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located within the Global Maritime Crime Programme (GMCP) in the Regional Office for Eastern Africa (ROEA) of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) with duty station in Antananarivo, Madagascar. The incumbent will work under the broad authority of the Representative of ROEA based in Nairobi, Kenya, and the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator (GMCP, Western Indian Ocean) as well as in coordination with the Senior Programme Officer heading GMCP. The incumbent will also work in close cooperation with the GMCP team which operates under the Justice Section (JS), Division for Operations (DO) of UNODC headquarters located in Vienna.

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Responsibilities Within assigned authority, the incumbent will provide assistance and support to the implementation of the Global Maritime Crime Programme activities in Madagascar and the wider Indian Ocean region with an emphasis on Maritime Law Enforcement interventions. The incumbent will provide coordination support as well as undertake extensive travel in the region and assist in the organization of relevant activities and events in the country. The incumbent will be responsible for the following specific tasks:

  • Contribute to the planning, organization, implementation and monitoring of the UNODC GMCP support activities to enhance maritime law enforcement capabilities for interdictions and investigations, and port security in Madagascar and the wider Indian Ocean region dealing with maritime crime matters; including assessments, infrastructural and equipment support, workshops, training and mentoring, and logistical matters associated with project implementation.

  • Assist in conducting assessment and review of existing maritime law enforcement capabilities to counter all forms of maritime crime, including maritime terrorism, to better inform the delivery of targeted interventions.

  • Support activities of the Indian Ocean Forum for Maritime Crime sub-groups, the Southern Route Partnership in particular, provide support in engaging heads of Drug Enforcement Agencies and arranging regular coordination events to ensure collaboration on maritime interdiction operations in the region.

  • Engage with and build networks of national and regional counterparts as well as international partners working within the maritime domain in Madagascar and the wider Indian Ocean region.

  • Liaise and coordinate support to the Regional Maritime Information Fusion Centre (RMIFC) and, when required, other regional centres associated with maritime security in the region.

  • Organize, coordinate and attend workshops and events on maritime security matters, including port security.

  • Prepare and draft a variety of written progress reports, mission reports, briefings/presentations, policy proposals and documents, summary reports etc.

  • Provide substantive inputs to regular narrative reports on programme implementation for UNODC and donors.

  • Prepare and disseminate work plans, terms of reference and programme related documents.

  • Participate in conferences and meetings as required, including preparing and delivering presentations.

  • Assist in acting as a liaison for various missions of the UNODC GMCP team to the Indian Ocean.

  • Perform other work-related duties as required.

    Competencies •Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to combating crime and in particular countering maritime crime. Has knowledge of the mandates of UNODC as well as specific technical knowledge relevant to law enforcement and related areas. Has ability to identify issues, analyse and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Has ability to assist with data collection using various methods. Has conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Has ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. 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 and 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 An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, criminology, governance, international relations, political science, humanities, sociology, security or related field 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.

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

Work Experience A minimum of two years of progressively responsible professional experience in project/programme management or administration within the area of rule of law and criminal justice at the international level OR successful completion of the Young Professionals Programme Examination (YPP), United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P) is required.

Experience working in maritime law enforcement is required.

Working experience in post-conflict, peace-building countries is desirable.

Working experience within the United Nations system or similar international organizations is desirable.

Working experience in areas related to the fight against international crime 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 United Nations official language is an advantage.

Assessment Previously rostered candidates are not subject to any further assessment and as such, will not be invited for such an assessment. Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an informal interview.

Special Notice This "Recruit from Roster" job opening is only open to roster applicants who are already placed on pre-approved rosters, following a review by a United Nations Central Review Body. Only roster applicants who were placed on rosters with similar functions at the same level are considered to be eligible candidates. Eligible applicants receive an email inviting them to apply. Rostered applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are interested and available to take up the position at the duty station/s specified in the Job Opening. Applying to this job opening carries an expectation to accept the offer, if selected.

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.

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 maybe 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.

Antananarivo is classified in the C 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.

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