Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer (Firearms Control Expert) (Cancelled)

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Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the Firearms Trafficking Section (FTS), Organized Crime and Illicit Trafficking Branch (OCB), Division for Treaty Affairs (DTA), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Vienna. The incumbent will work under the direct supervision and technical guidance of the designated Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer and the overall supervision of the Chief of Section.

For information on UNODC visit www.unodc.org.

Responsibilities Within assigned authority, the Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer (Firearms Control Expert) will provide input and support to the Global Firearms Programme (GFP) and its activities and processes aimed at promoting the ratification and implementation of the Protocol Against the Illicit Manufacturing of and Trafficking in Firearms, their Parts and Components, and Ammunition (Firearms Protocol) supplementing the United Nations Convention Against Transnational Organized Crime (Organized Crime Convention), with a specific focus on the Section´s normative and legislative work. The incumbent will perform the following specific tasks:

• Review, monitor and analyze social, economic and political developments and trends in the assigned areas at the national, regional and/or global levels, on an ongoing basis. Col-lect and analyse national legislation on firearms and organized crime, keep abreast of legis-lative and technological developments in this field.
• Contribute to reviewing legislation, carrying out legal research and analysis for use at the policy level and prepare legal documentation. Organize and prepare legal studies, reports, and briefs on specific legal and technical issues. Provide legal support and technical input on legal issues/aspects. Liaise and interact with governments on issues related to legisla-tion. Assist in the organization and/or delivery of a variety of specialized technical services for governments, e.g. legal advisory services, expert group meetings, training seminars, etc., in order to assist them in the ratification and/or implementation of the international conventions and other international legal instruments related to drugs, crime and terrorism prevention; backstop mentors and regional advisers.
• Provide substantive inputs and/or prepare substantive and programmatic reports to the Conference of Parties to the Organized Crime Convention and its Working Group on Fire-arms, the Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND), the Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice (CCPCJ), Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), General Assem-bly (GA), Security Council (SC) and other legislative and technical bodies as well as their subsidiary bodies and support related reporting obligations. Participate and assist in the substantive and administrative servicing of the meetings of those bodies;
• Contribute to promoting accession to the Firearms Protocol: Monitor and promote govern-ments’ accession to, implementation of and compliance with the United Nations Conven-tion against Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC) and the Firearms Protocol, includ-ing reviewing national legislation and identifying gaps between national firearms legisla-tions and international norms and standards, and support efforts aimed at the implementa-tion of the newly adopted mechanism to review the implementation of UNTOC and its Protocols thereto by state parties;
• Provide substantive support to the UNTOC Review mechanism: Study and analyse the responses to the self-assessment questionnaires of UNTOC and the Firearms Protocol and relevant legislation; closely follow and assist States parties, upon request, in the infor-mation gathering process through the self-assessment questionnaires and in the conduct of the review process for UNTOC and the Firearms Protocol, for example, preparing a gen-eral report on trends and patterns of the implementation of UNTOC and its Firearms Pro-tocol, to be submitted to each session of the Conference of the Parties based on the re-sponses by the self-assessment questionnaires, training of national focal points, experts and relevant authorities on the implementation of the review process, how to fill out the self-assessment questionnaires, legislative requirements of the process, etc.). Organize and prepare written outputs of country review, i.e., lists of observations and summaries to be considered in the framework of the Working Group on Firearms of the Conference.
• Support the legislative assistance work of the Section: Contribute to preparing legislative assessment and gap analysis reports and support the delivery of legislative advisory ser-vices and legal drafting support to countries; provide legislative assistance in the formula-tion and drafting of national strategies and action plans, relevant laws and regulations and standard operating procedures, necessary for governments to fully implement and comply with the international legal regime on organized crime and arms control, in particular UN-TOC, the Firearms Protocol and other relevant international and regional arms control in-struments, where applicable.
• Promote effective cooperation and sharing of information and good practices among communities of firearms and organized crime practitioners, through the GFP “Community of Practitioners” and ensure regular maintenance and running of a its online platform, newsletters and other practical initiatives. Support follow-up actions after the launch of a UNODC Digest of Illustrative Firearms Cases, including through ensuring ongoing case collection and analysis and periodic updating of the Digest;
• Contribute to the Section’s reporting obligations in particular those related to policy and interagency work, and to the coordination and preparation of a variety of written outputs, such as background papers, correspondence with governments, working papers, mission reports, technical analysis, briefings, presentations, policy and project proposals and docu-ments, regular and ad hoc reports, studies, summary reports, technical manuals, guides, etc. Support advocacy and information sharing activities inter alia through regular contributions to webpage and other information sharing tools of the Global Firearms Programme (GFP).
• Participate in workshops, seminars and training courses and conduct presentations as re-quired. Provide substantive support in the development of relevant legal, technical and training materials, tools and capacity building packages.
• Participate in the formulation, development, implementation, coordination, backstopping and evaluation of assigned technical cooperation programmes/projects and activities; moni-tor and analyze programme/project development and implementation; review, prepare and/or ensure timely preparation and submission of relevant documents and reports; identi-fy problems and issues to be addressed and propose corrective actions; liaise with relevant parties, counterparts and stakeholders; identify and track follow-up actions.
• Monitor financial resources, budgets, the expenditures and utilization of funds in the as-signed areas of responsibility including programme/project segments; draft parts of or con-tribute to the preparation of the necessary programme, project and budget documents and reports, such as progress reports, work plans, programme budget, programme performance reports, etc., ensuring compliance with UN financial rules and regulations and reporting re-quirements.
• Contribute to fund-raising in relation to assigned projects and programmes by preparing materials and supporting the organization of donor meetings and fund-raising missions;
• Explain and clarify UNODC programme of work, policies and strategies in the assigned substantive/functional areas and/or regions to governments, civil society organizations, UN agencies, their officials and representatives as well as to the public in general. As request-ed, attend policy-making and technical meetings to liaise with counterparts and to monitor and analyze events and discussions.
• Guide, mentor and support the work of the national programme officer(s), expert(s) and consultant(s), as well as junior staff members, UNVs and interns; liaise as appropriate with other field offices and relevant units at UNODC headquarters, relevant international and regional actors, national and non-governmental actors in order to facilitate project imple-mentation and create synergies; guide. Support the mainstreaming of the gender compo-nent of the Global Firearms Programme activities.
• 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.

• Perform other work-related duties as may be required.

  Competencies - Professionalism: Has knowledge of policies and practices in international crime preven-tion, as well as the mandates of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. Knows and understands theories, concepts and approaches particularly relevant to crime preven-tion and combating transnational organized crime. Has knowledge of the areas on the pre-vention and combat of illicit firearms trafficking and its links to transnational organized crime, terrorism and related forms of crime, disarmament and related fields. Is aware of cross-cutting themes such as human rights, peace and development, and gender inter alia. Has proven research and analytical skills. Has knowledge and understanding of the legis-lative and substantive aspects of preventing and combating transnational organized crime and the existing international legal regime on, in particular, the United Nations Conven-tion against Transnational Organized Crime and its supplementary Protocol against Illicit Manufacturing of and Trafficking in Firearms, their Parts and Components and Ammuni-tion. Knows other relevant global and regional instruments, international standards, guide-lines and best practices in firearms control. Knows and understands the situation of illicit firearms trafficking and its criminal use, and its linkages to transnational organized crime, drugs trafficking, terrorism and other security threats. Has knowledge of criminal justice systems and the criminal procedures in different countries and regions. Is aware of new and emerging crime modalities related to firearms trafficking such as trafficking via the internet / darkweb, and related criminal justice responses, such as use of special investiga-tive techniques, joint investigations, use of digital evidence, etc. Has knowledge of vari-ous research methodologies and sources, including electronic sources on the internet, in-tranet and other databases. Has ability to analyze and interpret data in support of deci-sion-making and convey resulting information to management. Is able to apply judgment in the context of the 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, observ-ing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal con-cerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and en-suring 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 for-mat 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 ap-propriate 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, international or criminal law, criminology, or related legal discipline 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 five years of progressively responsible professional experience, of which at least three at the international level, in the field of crime prevention, prosecution, law enforcement, criminal justice, legal affairs, international relations, social or political affairs, is required.

Work experience in conducting legal research and analysis and in the delivery of legislative advisory services, policy guidance and legal drafting supporting the areas of firearms control, countering transnational organized crime, drug trafficking, terrorism, or related fields is required.

Work experience in supporting the servicing of inter-governmental meetings and providing secretariat and substantive support is desirable.

Experience in project development and implementation is desirable.

Work experience in conducting firearms and ammunition assessments and in developing national action plans is desirable.

Work experience as criminal justice practitioner, such as prosecutor, investigator, legal counsel, magistrate, or in international legal affairs or in criminal law research 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 UN language (preferably 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 position is financed from project funds. 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.

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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.

Applicants, who successfully go through a competitive recruitment process and are recommended for selection and/or inclusion in the roster of pre-approved candidates for subsequent job openings at the same level and with similar functions, may have their application information and roster status shared with other UN Organizations. Such applicants may be contacted by other UN Organizations for similar job openings, subject to the confirmation of their interest. Placement on the roster is no guarantee of a future selection.

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.

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

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