DRUG CONTROL AND CRIME PREVENTION OFFICER

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 106,002 USD and 138,801 USD.

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Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the Programme Office in Mozambique (POMOZ), Maputo, Mozambique, under the Regional Office for Southern Africa (ROSAF), Division for Operations (DO), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The incumbent will report to the Representative in Mozambique.

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Responsibilities Within limits of assigned authority, the Drug Control and Crime Prevention Officer will be responsible for the following specific duties:

•Provide substantive and technical support to the programmes and projects in the Mozambique Office (POMOZ), with linkages with project in the region and Global Porgrammes; contribute to the development and implementation of the projects in full compliance with the overall substantive and operational guidelines established by UNODC; be responsible for providing technical assistance and coordinating capacity-building programmes in the country.

•Support POMOZ, in particular the Representatives in the implementation, monitoring and technical advisory assistance of the programmes/projects; monitor and analyze project development and implementation; draft and review relevant documents and reports; identify problems and issues to be addressed and propose corrective actions; monitor substantive progress and results of the projects through review of performance and progress reports.

•Collect, review and analyze relevant data from substantive UNODC units, POMOZ, ROSAF and executing agencies on the programmes/projects; liaise with Government officials, representatives from other United Nations entities and multilateral and bilateral sources to assist in the collection, review and analysis of project data.

•Assist in elaborating and appraising proposals for activities to be carried out under the projects by participating in project planning with Government officials and other partners; review proposals received for POMOZ other relevant UNODC Offices.

•In close consultation with relevant substantive units/sections, conduct quality control and oversight reviews of all submissions relevant to the projects, especially project revisions to be processed through the Direct approval workflow.

•Prepare various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc.; contribute to and prepare briefing notes and summary reports on POMOZ and the programmes/projects for the Executive Director, senior management and senior official visitors to UNODC and for relevant consultations with donors, as well as for other major UNODC events; draft routine day-to-day correspondence to ROSAF, HQ and other relevant UNODC Field Offices, other United Nations entities, as well as, in appropriate cases, to Government authorities.

•Provide substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., including proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations, etc.; undertake outreach activities, and communication material for various audiences; conduct training workshops and seminars; make presentations on implementation and progress of the projects as well as other related topics/activities.

•Participate in field missions in Mozambique, to the ROSAF region or other destinations as appropriate, including the provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and drafting mission summaries, reports, etc.; support all actions related to maintaining the flow of information on matters related to the programmes/projects between DO, ROSAF and POMOZ; coordinate activities related to budget and funding (progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and prepare related documents/reports.

•Keep abreast of social, economic and political development in the ROSAF region, particularly those relevant to UNODC mandates and the implementation of programmes/projects.

•Perform other work related duties as may be assigned.

Competencies •Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of concepts, practices and approaches relevant to all areas of drugs and crime. Has in-depth knowledge of and specialization in areas of drug abuse prevention, law enforcement, and criminal justice reform. Possesses sound knowledge of international cooperation in crime prevention/criminal justice. Has knowledge of the mandates of UNODC. Knows and specializes in substantive and functional areas with very good research and analytical skills. Has ability to identify and contribute to the solution of problems/issues. Knows various research methodologies and sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. 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.

•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.

•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 Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in social sciences, economics, international relations, law, political science, statistics, public administration, management 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 five years of progressively responsible professional experience in technical cooperation and programme management, at the international and/or national levels, in one or several of the following areas is required: drug control activities, crime or terrorism prevention, law enforcement, criminal justice, security sector, governance, public administration, peace-building, conflict prevention or other related areas. Work experience in managing/backstopping projects with the United Nations system or similar international organization is desirable. Experience with the United Nations systems or similar international organizations’ operational policies/ERP tools, including SAP based tools (such as Umoja), is desirable. Field experience in relevant areas in the region 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 Portuguese is required. Knowledge of other UN official languages is desirable.

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. 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 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.

Maputo is classified in the B 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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