Programme 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 116,826 USD and 152,974 USD.

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Org. Setting and Reporting The post is located in the Programme Office in Gabon (POGAB), with duty station Libreville, operating under the Regional Office for West and Central Africa (ROSEN) of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Dakar, Senegal, with extensive and frequent travels to multiple locations in the region. The Programme Officer will work under the overall supervision of the UNODC Programme Coordinator (Combating Wildlife and Forest Crime) in Gabon and the strategic and technical guidance of the Vienna-based Chief of the Global Programme for Combating Wildlife and Forest Crime.

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

Responsibilities The focus of this position is to provide support to the implementation of the UNODC Global Programme for Combating Wildlife and Forest Crime in Central Africa with the funding contributions from Belgium, EU, France, USA, the Peacebuilding Fund, and other donors and to expand the portfolio toward a sustainable programme implementation in the region.

Within assigned authority and in full coherence with the other projects/programmes implemented in the region, the Programme Officer will be responsible for the following specific tasks:

• Support the implementation of UNODC Global Programme for Combating Wildlife and Forest Crime, in particular the EU grant and expand the implementation in Central African region by supporting the partnerships building, developing workplans and supporting the Programme Coordinator in the achievement of targets and programme results.

• Develop workplans and support the full implementation of the assigned activities. Monitor the implementation of projects and regularly inform the Programme Coordinator of any challenges that may arise in the implementation.

• Support the financial and procurement implementation of the activities and provide backstopping for the identification of experts to support the programme implementation, budget tracking and monitoring progress of implementation. Set priorities and establish deadlines, standards and targets.

• Support the Programme Coordinator in the delivery of results, address bottlenecks and assure the financial delivery of the programme. Evaluate the progress of ongoing programme activities in order to ensure timely submission of quality project documents and revisions. Provide support in quality project-, programme-, financial-, administrative-, and institutional reporting in consultation with relevant team members and partners.

• Ensure effective financial tracking and monitoring in line with UNODC and EU requirements.

• Provide substantive support to the programme development, identify further funding opportunities and support the development of quality proposals in consultation with ROSEN and the Chief of the Global Programme.

• Work closely with ROSEN and other organizational entities of UNODC on the identification of funding needs, priorities and sources to ensure coherence and to be part in the development of a comprehensive programme for the region. Support the preparation of materials and participate in donor meetings and fund-raising missions and activities, as required.

• Keep abreast of social, economic and political developments in the regions involved in WLFC. Assist in policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparations of evaluations or other relevant studies.

• Undertake technical missions to support the implementation of assigned activities.

• Identify new areas for programme development and support the drafting of programme concept notes and ideas and programme documents as required.

• Support the drafting of briefing papers and presentations concerning the Programme’s work for the Executive Director, managers, donors and others as required.

• Monitor and evaluate the performance of designated staff and provide regular feedback and guidance.

• Participate in the recruitment of national project staff and consultants and provide the necessary support to the Programme Coordinator.

• Perform other work-related duties as required.

  Competencies Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to the control and prevention of crime, of drug and/or terrorism related issues as well as issues related to organized crime including wildlife and forest crime. Has knowledge of major international challenges, policies and practices in the area of illicit trafficking, organized crime, money laundering, terrorist financing, migrant smuggling, trafficking in persons, witness protection, terrorism prevention as well as the UNODC mandates and policies. Is able to demonstrate good research, analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to identify and contribute to the solution of problems/issues. Has very good legal drafting and analytical skills. Shows pride in work and in achievements; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for ensuring appropriate attention to both gender balance and geographic representation in staffing and to 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: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours 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 An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in international development, environmental science, law, business administration, management, humanities or a 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 relevant professional work experience, including several years of practical technical experience in one or more of the following areas is required: a) drug law enforcement/organized crime fields in an operational capacity in national and/or international law enforcement, investigation, police, drug and/or crime prevention and control; b) project/programme planning, management and monitoring at the national or international level; c) development and management of large scale training programmes, including experience with e-learning concepts; and d) programme design and development in areas related to UNODC’s mandates, including experience in strategic planning and conceptualization from an organizational perspective. One year or more of experience in the areas of environmental crime, anti-corruption and/or anti-money laundering is desirable. Relevant experience in a field environment is desirable. Experience in a multinational or international setting is desirable. Experience in donor relations and fundraising is desirable. Experience in working with programme policies, guidelines, procedures and project management systems within the United Nations system or a similar international organization is desirable.

Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English and French is required. Professional command of Portuguese is an asset. 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. 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.

Libreville is classified in the A 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.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

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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