INTERN - ILLICIT FINANCIAL FLOWS AND ASSET RECOVERY

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Org. Setting and Reporting United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI) is a United Nations entity established in 1968 to support countries worldwide in preventing crime and facilitating criminal justice. UNICRI is mandated to assist intergovernmental, governmental and non-governmental organizations in formulating and implementing improved policies in the field of crime prevention and criminal justice.

UNICRI' s goals are: - to advance understanding of crime-related problems; - to foster just and efficient criminal justice systems; - to support the respect of international instruments and other standards; - to facilitate international law enforcement cooperation and judicial assistance.

These internships are with UNICRI's programme related to illicit financial flows, and the recovery of assets linked to organised criminal activity, corruption and the financing of terrorism. Each internship is for an initial period of two (2) months, with an opportunity of an additional extension for up to a total period of six (6) months. Preferable starting date: mid-January 2022 The internships are UNPAID and full-time. Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of the relevant Programme Officer.

Due to the current international COVID19 emergency and related containment measures and international travel restrictions, the initial months of this internship will be done in TELECOMMUTING, i.e. remotely from home. Therefore, candidates must be able to telework and must have all necessary arrangements and equipment to perform assignments in teleworking. Should the COVID19-related restrictions and measures be removed, and should the move not impact any deadline or submission expected, the internships can be continued from UNICRI's Office in Brussels.

Responsibilities Under the supervision of the Senior Legal Officer (Asset Recovery), the interns will be involved in UNICRI activities concerning the drafting of reports on (1) the economic impact of corruption within Libya, and (2) the economic impact of illicit financial flows, organized crime, tax evasion and corruption within the Eastern Partnership Region (Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine). The report on Libya is to highlight key international legal provisions related to corruption, the breadth of the cost of corruption in key sectors of society in Libya (based on feedback from national officials as well as other stakeholders), an analysis of how corruption is having a negative financial impact on development in the country, and specific recommendations to remedy these obstacles. The report on the economic impact of illicit financial flows, organized crime, tax evasion and corruption in the Eastern Partnership region should have a similar structure.

Duties may include, but are not limited to: For interns working on the Libya Project: - Compilation and summarizing of United Nations and EU standards, as well as regional guidelines and good practices with respect to fighting corruption; - Compilation and summarizing of the existing legal and institutional framework in Libya mandated to fight corruption and promote a culture of transparency: - Desk review and obtaining of feedback from a broad spectrum of stakeholders regarding the extent and nature of corruption within Libya, citing sources for all information obtained; - Assist in drafting an analysis of such corruption in the context of its compliance or non-compliance with UN, EU and other standards; the analysis should include general economic ramifications of (and economic losses due to) corruption in Libya, and how those losses inhibit development within the country; - Identifying any successes in the fight against corruption or the promotion of transparency in Libya; - Drafting of conclusions and targeted recommendations with respect to means to overcoming any gaps in the fight against corruption in Libya; - Draft social media material to facilitate in broad dissemination the report; - Support the organization of meetings and conferences, issue briefing notes, talking points, articles, presentations, etc. - Translate, where possible, documents and correspondence; - Attend and summarize conferences and meetings; - Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

For interns working on the Eastern Partnership Project: - Compilation and summarizing of updated United Nations and EU standards, as well as regional guidelines and good practices with respect to illicit financial flows, money laundering, organized crime, cyber crime, corruption and tax evasion; - Desk review and obtaining of feedback from a broad spectrum of stakeholders regarding the extent and nature of such criminality within the Eastern Partnership Region, citing sources for all information obtained; - Assist in drafting an analysis of such criminality in the context of its compliance or non-compliance with UN, EU and other standards; the analysis should include economic ramifications of (and economic losses due to) such criminality within the Eastern Partnership Region, and how those losses may be inhibiting development within the region; - Identifying any successes in the fight against illicit financial flows, money laundering, organized crime, corruption, tax evasion and cyber crime in the Eastern Partnership Region; - Drafting of conclusions and targeted recommendations with respect to means to overcoming any gaps in the fight against these forms of criminality; - Draft social media material to facilitate in broad dissemination the report; - Support the organization of meetings and conferences, issue briefing notes, talking points, articles, presentations, etc. - Translate, where possible, documents and correspondence; - Attend and summarize conferences and meetings; - Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Competencies Professionalism: −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

Technological Awareness: −Keeps abreast of available technology −Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office −Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks −Shows willingness to learn new technology

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 Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements: (a) Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); in Studies relevant to the work of law enforcement, criminal justice, crime prevention and control, or other related fields; or (b) Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent) in Studies relevant to the work of law enforcement, criminal justice, crime prevention and control, or other related fields.

Work Experience No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.

Will you be able to telework, and do you have all necessary arrangements and equipment to perform assignments in teleworking?

Do you have experience in research, particularly in a field closely related to the type of internship you are applying for (i.e. law enforcement, criminal justice, crime prevention and control or other related fields)?

Languages Fluency in spoken and written English is required for this internship. Good writing skills (reporting/journalistic style), especially in English, are considered necessary. In addition, good working knowledge of Russian and/or Arabic is highly desirable. Knowledge of Azerbaijani, Armenian, Belarusian, Romanian or Ukrainian is an asset (for the interns working on the Eastern Partnership project).

Assessment After the revision and evaluation of submitted applications, potential candidates will be contacted by Programme Manager directly for further consideration.

Special Notice A complete online application including online Personal History Profile and the cover letter is required. Please note that documents may only be in English, and that incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.

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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