International Consultant, Law Enforcement Expert

Contract

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Background

The Regional Office for West and Central Africa (ROSEN) of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is tasked with assisting Governments in its region with building capacity in the areas of drug control, crime prevention and criminal justice. Activities are implemented through regional and thematic programmatic frameworks.

ROSEN Law Enforcement Section supports the implementation and monitoring of ongoing projects at national and regional level to counter drug trafficking, illicit trafficking, human trafficking and smuggling of migrants, organized crime, trafficking in firearms, money laundering, wildlife trafficking and maritime crime, as well as the development of new project proposals. It also ensures that UNODC’s law enforcement projects and initiatives are aligned with UNODC Regional Programme for West Africa.

ROSEN requires the services of a consultant (Law Enforcement Expert) to provide technical assistance and mentoring to address the drug and crime situation in Liberia, in support of the West Africa Coast Initiative (WACI) Project in Liberia. In addition, the Consultant will, under the direct supervision of the WACI Regional Programme Coordinator and Senior Law Enforcement Advisor, serve as a technical advisor for the law enforcement agencies that are beneficiaries of the Project.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the WACI Regional Programme Coordinator, the incumbent will perform the following tasks:

1. Support the WACI Project in monitoring performance and operating procedures of the Transnational Organized Crime Unit (TCU) of Liberia and propose ways forward for reforming the unit to increase national ownership, sustainability and effectiveness.

2. Assist WACI Project in the preparation, coordination and conduct of specialised training and mentoring activities for Liberian law enforcement agencies.

3. Support WACI Project in enhancing cooperation between law enforcement and judiciary institutions to enhance the Liberian Judiciary's ability to prosecute and convict transnational organized crime.

4. Provide technical expertise to enhance intelligence collection and analysis, surveillance, investigations, tactical operations and international coordination to the Liberian Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA), the Transnational Crime Unit (TCU) and the Liberian National Police (LNP).

5. Monitor complementary law enforcement activities in the country and promote synergies between WACI actions and other national, regional or international initiatives in the fields of drug control, crime prevention and reform of criminal justice.

6. Analyze the major trends and modus operandi with respect to organized crime and drug trafficking in the country.

Perform other duties as required.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;

Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNODC;

Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;

Functional Competencies:

Professionalism: Has knowledge of substantive and functional areas with very good research and analytical skills. Is able to identify and contribute to the solution of problems/issues. 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.

Teamwork: Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity, including gender balance.

Required Skills and Experience

Education: University-level degree in the fields of criminology, law, public administration, social sciences or related fields, or from a recognized Police academy / Law Enforcement National Institution (relevant professional experience may substitute for university degree).

Experience: • Minimum of 7 years’ relevant work experience required in an operational capacity, in national and/or international law enforcement, investigation, police, drug and/or crime prevention and control.

• Experience in education and training activities in the law enforcement area, especially on the issues of countering drug trafficking and transnational organized crime.

• Experience in liaising with external counterparts and relevant international organisations.

• Experience in a UN field office in a developing country, preferably in West Africa, is desirable.

• Proficiency in word-processing software (and MS Office software)

Language Requirements: Fluency in English, including excellent writing and analytical skills