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Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the UNOCT Programme Office on Behavioral Insights (BI) in Doha, Qatar, within the Policy, Knowledge Management & Coordination Branch of the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT). The incumbent will report to the Chief of the Programme Office, and work closely with the Capacity-Building Research and Best Practices Team.

The United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (OCT) was established by the General Assembly in June 2017. The Office has five main functions: (a) provide leadership on the General Assembly counter-terrorism mandates across the United Nations System; (b) enhance coordination and coherence across the 43 Counter-Terrorism Implementation Task Force entities to ensure the balanced implementation of the four pillars of the Strategy; (c) strengthen the delivery of United Nations counter-terrorism capacity-building assistance to Member States; (d) improve visibility, advocacy and resource mobilization for United Nations counter-terrorism efforts; and (e) ensure that due priority is given to counter-terrorism across the United Nations System and that the important work on preventing violent extremism is firmly rooted in the Strategy. The United Nations Counter-Terrorism Centre (UNCCT) is part of UNOCT and promotes the delivery of United Nations capacity building assistance to Member States.

Responsibilities Under the overall guidance of the Head of the Programme Office and a daily supervision of the lead portfolio manager, this position will support the implementation of programme of activities related to: (1) conducting and advancing research in behavioral sciences to better understand the drivers and factors contributing to radicalization leading to violent extremism and terrorism; (2) providing capacity-building assistance to Member States and organizations to develop and implement programmes and initiatives on preventing and countering violent extremism (PCVE) that integrate behavioral insights; and (3) promoting outreach and partnerships to share knowledge, expertise, experiences and lessons learned on behaviorally informed PCVE interventions. Specifically, the Programme Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

  • Develops, implements and evaluates assigned programmes/projects, including coordinating efforts, monitoring and reporting on progress, taking appropriate follow-up action, and analyzing the outcome;
  • Drafts and reviews relevant documents and reports in the context of defining and assessing good practices of incorporating of behavioral science into program activities related to PCVE/CT;
  • Identifies problems and issues to be addressed and initiates corrective actions in the context of incorporating behavioral science into program activities focusing on prevention of radicalization, violent extremism and terrorism.
  • Liaises with relevant parties and potential partners including government agencies, international, regional and subregional organizations, UN entities, research and academic institutions, suppliers.
  • Supports clients in developing and implementing PCVE/CT programmes, strategies, action plans and initiatives, including through the organization of conferences, workshops and seminars and delivery of trainings focusing on the application of behavioral insights approach into program design and activities.
  • Provide scientific and technical support for the selection, interpretation and reporting of the use of behavioral science for PCVE/CT related areas.
  • Researches, analyzes and presents information, focusing on a variety of information gathered from diverse sources.
  • Coordinates policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends in the context of in the context of behavioral science, preparation of evaluations or other research activities and studies in the given field.
  • Provides guidance to, and may supervise, more junior staff.
  • Performs other duties as required.

    Competencies - Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to countering terrorism and preventing violent extremism. Knowledge and understanding of tools and methodologies related to planning, executing and monitoring of programmes/projects. Knowledge and understanding of evidence-based and innovative PCVE trends, approaches, policies and initiatives. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems and to manage sensitive information. Ability to conduct data collection using various methods. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of 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, 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& 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. Demonstrates timely delivery of outputs in accordance with overall objectives and policies.

  • Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; listens to others, 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 a 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. Communicates effectively, 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.

    Education Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Behavioral Science, Education, Social Science, Sociology, Social Sciences, Public Health, Economics, Statistics. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

    Work Experience Work Experience: A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management in the context of incorporating behavioral science into program activities, security, international relations, or related area is required.

    Experience working on issues related to counter-terrorism and the prevention of violent extremism is required.

    Experience in the organization of counter-terrorism programmatic activities in the United Nations is desirable.

    Experience working in an international or regional organization is desirable.

    Languages For the position advertised, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of another UN official language would be an advantage.

    Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

    Special Notice - This position is temporarily available for an initial period of 6 months. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment.

  • While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post.

  • Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station.

  • This temporary job opening may be limited to "internal candidates," who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or a staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15.

  • Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply. Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation.

  • Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as "retirement." Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service.

  • 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.

  • Pursuant to section 7.11 of ST/AI/2012/2/Rev.1, candidates recruited through the young professionals programme who have not served for a minimum of two years in the position of their initial assignment are not eligible to apply to this position.

  • This post is financed through extra-budgetary funds.

    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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