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

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Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the Conference Support Section (CSS), Organized Crime and Illicit Trafficking Branch (OCB), Division for Treaty Affairs (DTA), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), in Vienna, Austria. The incumbent will work under the direct supervision and substantive guidance of the Chief of the Section.

For information on UNODC, visit www.unodc.org.

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

• Draft parliamentary documents for the Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND), using data collected from Member States, coordinate contributions from others, as appropriate, and support the in-session servicing of the meetings.
• Serve as OCB lead expert in regard to the work of the subsidiary bodies of the CND (Heads of National Drug Law Enforcement Agencies and Subcommission) by servicing the substantive workshops during their annual meetings which entails, inter alia, conceptualizing, organizing, leading and moderating the annual substantive workshops of the subsidiary bodies in close coordination with colleagues across UNODC sections and Field Offices, delivering presentations and drafting substantive parliamentary documents on topics related to the operational aspects of countering illicit drug trafficking and related topics.
• Support the work of CND, the Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice (CCPCJ), Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), General Assembly (GA) and other legislative, Crime Congress and other technical bodies through the preparation of parliamentary document or servicing of meetings on drug control, organized crime and illicit trafficking matters, as appropriate, including by coordinating and consolidating contributions in this regard.
• Provide legal advisory services to the International Narcotics Control Board on the three international drug control conventions namely, the Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs of 1961, Convention on Psychotropic Substances of 1971 and United Nations Convention on Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances of 1988, and provide support within UNODC on legal aspects of the drug control conventions.
• Carry out a range of functions in support of the ratification and implementation of the three international drug control conventions, including legislative assistance and legal advisory services in coordination with UNODC field offices.
• Lead and/or support programming, fundraising, outreach activities and technical missions on addressing the world drug problem with governments upon request, UN agencies, intergovernmental organizations, nongovernmental and civil society organizations (NGOs/CSOs), academia and private sector.
• Represent the Organization at inter-agency meetings, seminars and conferences, on substantive issues.
• Participate in the recruitment of personnel for the Section by drafting terms of reference/job descriptions, coordinating/conducting written assessment and panel interviews, evaluating candidates' applications and qualifications, drafting substantive recommendations and reports for submission to senior managers for clearance.
• Collect and analyze data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.
• Coordinate work assignments, guide, support and train junior staff as required;

• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

  Competencies Professionalism: Has in-depth knowledge and specialization in substantive areas related to countering drug control, organized crime, and illicit trafficking, as well as programme management. Has knowledge of policies and practices on international drug control and crime prevention, as well as the mandates of UNODC. Has very good research, analytical and problem-solving skills, proven ability to produce reports and papers on technical issues and ability to review and edit the work of others. Possesses excellent legal analysis, drafting and advisory skills. Is familiar with and experienced in the use of various research sources and in data collection and analysis for the preparation of technical publications. Is able to apply cogent judgment in the context of assignments given, has excellent skills in initiating planning, coordinating and implementing own work, and manage competing priorities. Has excellent ability to analyse 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.

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.

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.

Education An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in law including criminal law, criminal procedural law, or related area, is required.

A first-level university degree in similar fields, in combination with two additional years of qualifying relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible and directly relevant professional experience in addressing drug control issues or organized crime, with at least three of the seven years focused on countering drug trafficking, is required.

Progressively responsible and directly relevant professional experience in providing legal advice on the three international drug control conventions is required.

Work experience in drafting relevant parliamentary documents, conducting intergovernmental workshops, facilitating substantive discussions at such workshops, and providing policy advice is required.

Proven work experience in analysing data in large/complex databases is required.

Work experience in substantively planning, coordinating and servicing intergovernmental meetings is desirable.

Work experience within the United Nations system or similar international organizations 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 is required. Knowledge of another United Nations official language is desirable.

Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise and a competency-based interview.

Special Notice This position is funded from the regular budget and appointment against this position is for an initial period of one year. Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.

For this position, applicants from the following Member States, which are unrepresented or underrepresented in the UN Secretariat as of 31 Aug 2023, are strongly encouraged to apply: Afghanistan, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahrain, Belize, Brunei Darussalam, Cabo Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, China, Cuba, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Djibouti, Dominica, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Israel, Japan, Kiribati, Kuwait, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Liberia, Libya, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Malta, Marshall Islands, Micronesia (Federated States of), Monaco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nauru, Oman, Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Qatar, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Sudan, Timor-Leste, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Vanuatu.

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 is 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.

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.

Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process.

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.

Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

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.