Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer

Contract

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 90,970 USD and 174,640 USD.

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Org. Setting and Reporting These positions with the Justice Section (JS), Division for Operations (DO), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) may be located in various Field Offices: Tashkent, Uzbekistan; Dakar, Senegal; Nairobi, Kenya; Cairo, Egypt; Panama City, Panama; Bangkok, Thailand; New Delhi, India. The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Chief of the Justice Section and the respective Representative in the relevant field office.

For more information on UNODC, please visit: www.unodc.org

Responsibilities Within assigned authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following specific tasks:

• Act as substantive focal point for one or more thematic areas of crime prevention or criminal justice: access to justice for all, community- and knowledge-based crime prevention, violence against women, violence against children, prison reform (areas of Crime Prevention Criminal Justice of UNODC strategy), keep track of developments as regards international and regional standards, academic research and policy in that area and provide detailed substantive advice to colleagues and counterparts.

• Prepare a variety of written outputs that relate to the implementation of the Global programme, such as background papers, progress reports, evaluation reports, mission reports, briefings and presentations; identify problems and issues to be addressed and initiate corrective actions; liaise with relevant parties; ensure follow-up actions;

• Review legislation, carry out legal research and analysis for use at the policy level and prepare legal documentation and provide specialized legal advice/support and technical input on complex legal issues/aspects. Advise and interact with governments on issues related to legislation.

• Coordinate the development and implementation of technical assistance programmes in beneficiary countries in close coordination with the UNODC Field Offices; undertake needs assessment and technical assistance missions; identify technical assistance needs; directly implement project activities, as required.

• Provide technical expertise and guidance to national and regional counterparts, including policy-makers, crime prevention practitioners, criminal justice officials and other relevant actors in the implementation of the activities related to the Global Programme.

• Review and appraise best practices and programmes with regard to Member States efforts to prevent crime, and reform their criminal justice system, promote them among relevant stakeholders, non-governmental organizations and civil society in general.

• Provide technical expertise and guidance to relevant Member States’ authorities on crime prevention and/or criminal justice reform.

• Contribute to mobilizing policy and funding support for the programme of work, including extra-budgetary voluntary contributions and build support for cost-sharing contributions from Governments and identify other funding sources for the global programme.

• Coordinate and liaise with UNODC field offices and relevant units at UNODC Headquarters (HQ) as well as other relevant international and regional actors in order to facilitate programme implementation and create synergies in this regard.

• Liaise with donors, development partners and other stakeholders and make programme achievements known.

• Establish and maintain solid partnerships, undertake negotiations and consultations and liaise on substantive issues with counterparts in the UN and UNODC, both at HQs and in the Field, as well as Member States, donors, international organizations and institutions, entities, governments and representations, inter-governmental organizations, private sector, non-governmental organizations, media representatives, civil society and other stakeholders, develop synergy, promote and facilitate operational partnerships and collaborative undertakings.

• Initiate and coordinate advocacy activities; prepare technical presentations on the programme and on relevant thematic areas at related regional/international criminal justice and/or other events; make presentations on assigned topics/activities.

• Supervise project staff in HQ and the field offices, mentor and guide staff in their work; and perform other duties to support programme implementation, as required.

• As required, supervise programme staff, national and international consultants and experts, Associate Experts and interns in their work; guide trainers, consultants, resource personnel, officials and experts in their preparations for participation in project activities.

• Perform any other work-related duties as required/assigned.

  Competencies - Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to crime prevention and criminal justice. Has knowledge of the mandates of UNODC as well as specific technical knowledge relevant to crime prevention and criminal justice. Has demonstrated knowledge of policies, procedures, and best practices as they relate to the criminal justice system. Has ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Has ability to conduct data collection using various methods. Has conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis. Has ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work, coordinate and supervise the work of others 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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 Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, criminology, political/social sciences or 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.

  Work Experience A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible professional work experience in crime prevention and criminal justice, specifically in one or more thematic areas of: access to justice for all, community- and knowledge-based crime prevention, violence against women, violence against children, prison reform (areas of Crime Prevention Criminal Justice of UNODC strategy) is required.

  Experience in project formulation, implementation and monitoring, and experience in international development cooperation is required.

  Work experience with the United Nations system or similar international organization in the area of crime prevention and criminal justice is desirable.

  Experience with and experience of the situation in developing, transitional or post-conflict countries in matters related to criminal justice is desirable.

  Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English 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 generic job opening for the purpose of creating a roster of qualified candidates for immediate and anticipated job openings in various duty stations. The United Nations Secretariat maintains rosters of qualified and available candidates to fill anticipated job openings in peacekeeping operations, special political missions, and other field operations in various duty stations. The purpose of this job opening is to generate a list of qualified candidates for inclusion in the Drug Control and Crime Prevention Officer roster (job code 2646 DRU). Roster membership does not guarantee selection.

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.

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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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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