Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer (Legal)

Overview

Provide expert prosecution advice in transnational criminal justice cooperation

You have:

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law is required.
• A first-level university degree in combination with 2 additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• A minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional experience as a judge, prosecutor, advocate or legal adviser is required.
• Practical experience in developing and/or implementing capacity building activities in relation to transnational drug trafficking, organized crime, proceeds of crime, as well as experience providing technical assistance related to international cooperation in criminal matters is desirable.
• Experience with the legal systems of Latin American and Caribbean countries is desirable.
• Working experience with technical cooperation projects is desirable.
• Working experience in international organizations is desirable.
• Fluency in English and Spanish is required.
• Knowledge of another United Nations official language is an advantage.

Contract

This is a P-3 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 5 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 74,649 USD and 97,747 USD.

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Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the Implementation Support Section (ISS), Organized Crime and Trafficking Branch (OCB), Division for Treaty Affairs (DTA), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), based in Vienna, Austria. The Project Officer works under the guidance of the Programme Officer (Law Enforcement) Coordinator of the CRIMJUST Global Programme and under the overall supervision of the Chief of the Section.

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

Responsibilities Within assigned authority, the incumbent will perform the following specific duties: - Provide expert prosecution advice and technical assistance with an emphasis on strengthening transnational criminal justice cooperation in illicit trafficking, financial crimes including money laundering, proceeds of crime and other related organized crime, including international cooperation, case management and prioritization, investigative strategies, presentation of evidence to courts, financial investigations, litigation, and other related issues; - Develop and facilitate the capacity development of prosecutors and investigators in CRIMJUST supported countries in Latin America, the Caribbean as well as Africa; - Support the implementation of regional and inter-regional investigative forums on illicit trafficking and organized crime focusing on changes in the criminal environment of illicit trafficking and organized crime, and case studies of good practice in response to this criminal activity; promote regional and inter-regional post-seizure criminal justice cooperation and actions to identify, investigate and prosecute the organizers of such illicit trafficking; - Support the planning, implementation and coordination of regional joint operational activities targeting illicit trafficking and/or related transnational organized crime activity; - Support the overall aims and objectives of CRIMJUST with a focus on providing specialised support to prosecutors/investigative magistrates/judges to fully implement/use the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime and its related Protocols (UNTOC Convention) involved in cross-border illicit trafficking, money laundering, proceeds of crime and related organized crime; - Support the active monitoring of project achievements against indicators including the implementation of monitoring and evaluation tools; - Prepare and deliver all necessary financial and operational revisions and reports, including work plans, in a timely manner; - Keep abreast with the development of new legal trends, as well as intergovernmental mandates; - Develop and maintain partnerships and cooperation with Governments and experts in Latin America and the Caribbean and Africa, with international organizations, assistance agencies and donors; - Coordinate the work of and provide guidance to project/programme staff, as needed; - Perform other work related duties as assigned.

Competencies - Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts, approaches and international legal instruments relevant to the control and prevention of organized crime, drug and/or terrorism related areas. Has knowledge of policies and practices in international drug control and crime prevention, as well as the mandates, major developments and challenges in functional and substantive areas covered by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. Demonstrates ability to provide advice and coordination in the planning, development and management of operations. Demonstrates ability to apply good judgment, to identify key issues and make sound recommendations. Is able to prepare legal reviews, reports and papers and to review and edit the work of others. Is able to apply UN rules, regulations, policies and guidelines in work situations. 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.

• Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honors commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

  Education Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law is required. A first-level university degree in combination with 2 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 as a judge, prosecutor, advocate or legal adviser is required.

  Practical experience in developing and/or implementing capacity building activities in relation to transnational drug trafficking, organized crime, proceeds of crime, as well as experience providing technical assistance related to international cooperation in criminal matters is desirable.

  Experience with the legal systems of Latin American and Caribbean countries is desirable.

  Working experience with technical cooperation projects is desirable.

  Working experience in international organizations is desirable.

  Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in English and Spanish 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 project post. Filling of this position is subject to funding availability and the initial appointment will be for a period of one year.

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.

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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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