Programme Officer

Contract

This is a P-4 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 7 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 137,183 USD and 176,869 USD.

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Org. Setting and Reporting The position is located in the Country Office in Colombia, Bogota. The incumbent will work under the guidance and direct supervision of the Representative of the UNODC Country Office in Colombia (COCOL) as well as the additional substantive and policy guidance of the Implementation Support Section, Corruption and Economic Crime Branch (CEB) and in close cooperation with the Implementation Support Section III (Middle East and Northern Africa, Gulf Countries, Latin America and the Caribbean) of the Terrorism Prevention Branch (TPB), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), Vienna, Austria.

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Responsibilities Within assigned authority, the Programme Officer will be responsible for the following duties/tasks: - Act as Coordinator of the Area of Crime Prevention and Justice (PROJUST) of the UNODC Country Office in Colombia. Enhance institutional relationships of PROJUST with national authorities in Colombia, as well as enhance and establish solid relationships with authorities in other countries in Latin America and the Caribbean. Enhance relationships with donors of PROJUST, identify new funding opportunities, ensure elaboration and submission of proposals and timely implementation and reporting. Coordinate and guide the PROJUST team in the UNODC Office in Colombia to appropriate plan, coordinate, implement, monitor and evaluate the specialized thematic areas, including proposals, activities, services and products in criminal justice aspects. - Coordinate the implementation of the specialized programmes on crime prevention, including Corruption, Assets Forfeiture, Money Laundering, Trafficking in Human Beings, Smuggling of Migrants, Public Security, Cyber-Crime, Juvenile Justice, Trafficking of Drugs, Public Security and, Trafficking of Arms, among others. - Provide expertise on a broad spectrum of complex substantive issues in the fields of corruption and economic crime, terrorism (including terrorism financing) and criminal justice, especially with respect to national anti-corruption activities in Colombia and regional asset recovery and terrorism prevention activities in Latin America and the Caribbean. Develop, implement and evaluate assigned programmes/projects, in close consultation and coordination with the relevant substantive branches in UNODC, Vienna; monitor and analyse programme/project development and implementation; identify problems and issues to be addressed and initiates corrective actions. - Conceptualize, plan and implement national anti-corruption and regional asset recovery and terrorism prevention activities, in particular legislative assistance and, capacity building workshops, as well as other relevant initiatives. - Provide, as requested, technical assistance to requesting States in asset recovery and terrorism prevention, and participate in related technical assistance missions, including provision of guidance to other staff; undertake consultations with officials of governments and international organizations; participate in international, regional or national meetings and provide substantive expertise on specific issues. - Prepare related funding proposals and coordinate activities related to budget funding (including programme/project preparation and submissions), in close cooperation and coordination with the relevant substances branches in UNODC, Vienna; prepare related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget, etc.) and technical briefings and liaise with donors and recipients, as appropriate; monitor implementation of the activities and budgets; provide guidance and support to field experts. - Provide substantive backstopping for the organization of consultative and other meetings, conferences, Expert Group Meetings, etc., including drafting agendas, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations, etc. - Organize and prepare written outputs, including technical and strategic documents, background papers, reports, briefing notes, speeches related to the prevention and suppression of international terrorism and formulate related recommendations for consideration by senior management; guide the elaboration of, and test substantive tools, publications and training modules, including online material, as well as other relevant initiatives in the legal and related aspects of terrorism prevention. - Undertake substantive reviews and quality-control of outputs and services, ensuring compliance with the relevant mandates, objectives and priorities of the Office. - Foster the sustainability and growth of the Programmes in Colombia as well as foster the expansion and presence of asset recovery and terrorism prevention to other countries in Latin America and the Caribbean. - Carry out other tasks as assigned.

Work implies frequent interaction with the following: Counterparts, officers and technical staff in relevant Secretariat units and UN funds, programmes and other UN specialized agencies; senior level officers in national governments, international organizations, consultants.

Results Expected: Provides well-researched and sound analysis and advice on crime prevention and criminal justice related developments in countries and regions; delivers outputs in a timely manner; effectively implements and/or supports programme activities; effectively disseminates best practices and methodologies. Organizes and participates in field missions and delivers effective substantive and technical assistance activities. Liaises effectively and in a timely manner and interacts with colleagues and concerned parties internally and externally. Develops programmes for technical assistance and related proposals for donor consideration, liaises regularly with donors, prepares reports and other requested outputs for the use of donor contributions.

Competencies Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches, policies and practices in anti-corruption, asset recovery, terrorism prevention and criminal justice. Has knowledge of the mandates of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime and of the major initiatives of the international community in anti-corruption, asset recovery and terrorism prevention. Has sound analytical skills and ability to identify problems and contributes to problem solving. Has practical experience in programme/project management and administration. Has ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignment given. 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.

Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

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.

Empowering others: Delegates responsibility, clarifies expectations, and gives staff autonomy in important areas of their work. Encourages others to set challenging goals. Holds others accountable for achieving results related to their area of responsibility. Genuinely values all staff members' input and expertise. Shows appreciation and rewards achievement and effort. Involves others when making decisions that affect them.

Managing performance: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority. Makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member. Accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills. Monitors progress against milestones and deadlines. Regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff. Encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative. Actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff. Appraises performance fairly.

Education An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, criminology, political science or equivalent 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 seven years of relevant progressively responsible experience in crime prevention and criminal justice matters is required.

Work experience in technical assistance activities, including project management, is required.

Experience in policy and programme advising in anti-corruption and counter-terrorism is desirable.

Experience in drafting national legislation is desirable.

Relevant experience in field environment is desirable.

Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in English and Spanish, i.e. oral and written proficiency, is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise and a competency-based interview.

Special Notice This position is temporarily available until 30 June 2022. 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 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.

Bogota is classified as an A and 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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