Programme Officer (Counter-Cybercrime Advisor)

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 128,723 USD and 165,961 USD.

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Org. Setting and Reporting This post is located in the UNODC Regional Office for Southeast Asia and the Pacific (ROSEAP) in Bangkok, Thailand, Division for Operations (DO), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the UNODC Regional Representative of ROSEAP and the overall guidance of the Programme Coordinator (Global Programme on Cybercrime), heading the Global Programme on Cybercrime (GLOX76).

For more information on UNODC please visit www.unodc.org

Responsibilities The incumbent will undertake the following specific tasks:

• Maintain current knowledge of substantive and operational developments in cybercrime at national, regional and international levels;
• Provide expert advice and technical assistance in the prevention and countering of cybercrime, including on cryptocurrencies;
• Contribute to improving cooperation with relevant organizations working in preventing and countering cyber-dependent and cyber-enabled crimes, such as online child sexual abuse and exploitation. Coordinate and supervise the work of project staff and national/international consultants/experts;
• Participate in international, regional or national meetings/ conferences on cybercrime- related matters and advocate for policy reforms;
• Organize and conduct training sessions on prevention, detection, investigation, prosecution and sentencing or adjudication of cybercrime and crimes committed by means of technology according to identified needs;
• Identify, prepare and contribute to the development of proposals, tools, etc. and prepare documents, in collaboration with substantive Headquarters (HQ) and field offices, in areas of new forms and dimensions of transnational organized crime, especially cybercrime;
• Under the guidance of the UNODC Regional Representative of ROSEAP and the overall guidance of the Programme Coordinator (Global Programme on Cybercrime), heading the Global Programme on Cybercrime (GLOX76), provide policy advice on conceptual strategy development and management of the implementation of overall strategies to counter emerging crimes, with specific emphasis on cybercrime;
• Manage cybercrime projects in the region of Southeast Asia, including fundraising and financial management;
• Ensure coordination of the cybercrime portfolio in ROSEAP with other global, regional and national initiatives;
• Ensure timely and efficient project management, including project monitoring and reporting, project and budget revisions, and upkeep of contact with relevant external counterparts;
• Ensure regular communication with all project donors, and ensure that reporting obligations and other obligations towards donors are fulfilled in a timely manner;
• Draft reports and position papers related to operational activities, and as necessary, provide inputs to UNODC management for the analysis of related development and policy issues;

• Perform other work-related duties as required.

  Competencies - Professionalism: Has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to combating cybercrime in general, and cryptocurrency and digital forensic investigation as well as prevention techniques in particular. Has good knowledge of policies and practices in the mandates of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime in connection with cybercrime. Has very good research, conceptual analytical and evaluative skills. Is able to identify key issues, opportunities and risks and to analyse and participate in the resolution of issues/problems, demonstrating diplomatic skills. Is able to provide sound technical advice, apply good judgment, manage conflicting priorities as well as coordinate activities. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of cybercrime 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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 international relations, computer science, information systems, engineering, law, criminology, criminal justice, political science, police studies, or related field, is required. A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

  Work Experience A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible professional experience in project or programme management in crime prevention and criminal justice is required.

  Practical experience in governmental, public or private sector in countering organized crime, or a related area is required.

  Experience in delivering training, or in providing mentoring or technical assistance on organized crime, or cybercrime, either cyber-dependent or cyber-enabled crime, is required.

  Work experience in or with the Southeast Asia and the Pacific region is desirable.

  Experience with the United Nations system or similar international organization is desirable.

  Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of other United Nations official languages 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 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.

Bangkok is classified in the A category and a 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.

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