Programme Officer (Global Maritime Crime Programme)

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Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the Global Maritime Crime Programme (GMCP), Programme Office in Somalia (POSOM), Regional Office for Eastern Africa (ROEA) of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Mogadishu, Somalia. GMCP operates under the Justice Section (JS), Division for Operations (DO), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The Programme Officer (GMCP) will work under the overall guidance of the Senior Programme Officer heading the Global Maritime Crime Programme, and the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator, GMCP, Gulf of Aden and red Sea (GARS). The work will be carried out in close coordination with the Regional Section for Africa and the Middle East (RSAME), the Justice Section (JS) and relevant Regional Sections and substantive units at UNODC headquarters in Vienna, as well as relevant field offices, including the Regional Office for Eastern Africa (ROEA).

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Responsibilities Within assigned authority, the Programme Officer (GMCP) will assist in the implementation of activities being carried out in Somalia under the Gulf of Aden and Red Sea Programme (GARS) as set out in UNODC GMCP sub-programmes, which aim to increase regional capacities to plan, train for, and respond to maritime transnational organised crime, ensure safe and secure detention of maritime crime suspects and conduct maritime law enforcement. The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

• Support the Programme Coordinator (GMCP, GARS) with human and financial resources allocated to the GMCP, GARS, by coordinating the work of and guiding programme staff. Carry out programmatic/administrative tasks necessary for the achievement of expected results. Participate in and contribute to the coordination of projects GLOZ06/GLOX99 in support of maritime law enforcement to address the capacity gap to prevent and respond to various maritime crime in Somalia. Prepare inputs for budgets, performance parameters and indicators, programme performance reports and inputs for results-based budgeting and results-based management.

• Provide support to the development, implementation and evaluation of the Programme activities under the GMCP particularly those related to Transnational Organised Crime and Maritime Crime including support to maritime law enforcement agencies, and other criminal justice support delivered under the UNODC GMCP in Somalia in liaison with relevant Ministries.

• Provide support in identifying technical assistance needs for capacity building and develop sustainable strategies to reform and strengthen the capacity of maritime law enforcement authorities and other criminal justice authorities in Somalia.

• Act as the UN Focal Point for Criminal Justice work in Somalia in close collaboration with authorities of the Federal Government of Somalia, particularly the Minister of Justice, and other UN agencies involved in criminal justice support under the Somalia National Development Plan 2020 to 2024.

• Guide and coordinate programme experts implementing counter-piracy activities under the prison area, and the broader maritime law area.

• Monitor project expenditures and utilization of funds related to the Programme and ensure compliance with United Nations financial rules and regulations, initiate project and/or budget revisions as required. Serve as substantive officer for the preparation and dissemination of costed work plans, terms of reference and other related project documentation.

• Identify technical assistance needs for capacity building and develop sustainable strategies to reform and strengthen the capacity of regional criminal justice systems to prosecute piracy. Facilitate the work of developing tools and manuals under the Global Maritime Crime Programme.

• Support field missions to Somalia and other locations in East Africa where GMCP carries out programme activities, including provision of substantive and administrative support, data collection, etc.

• Organize meetings, trainings, conferences and workshops for law enforcement and prison staff involved in maritime security matters. Identify procurement needs (goods and services) and support the full procurement cycle of the various options.

• Research, analyze and present information gathered from diverse sources, relevant for project implementation. Prepare various written outputs, e.g. briefing notes for senior management, sections of UN/UNODC reports such as UNODC Annual Report, contribute to the process of ensuring quality inputs to publications, website and other reports. Conceptualize and prepare substantive and financial reports (monthly financial and quarterly narrative ProFi reports, semi-annual and annual project progress reports).

• Support and guide external consultants, interact with government officials and other parties to ensure smooth programme implementation. Provide substantive support to the Programme Coordinator (GMCP, GARS), in liaising effectively with donors, development partners and other stakeholders; make project achievements known and identify areas of new assistance.

• Perform any other work-related duties as required/assigned.

  Competencies - Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to crime issues, in particular to countering maritime crime. Has knowledge of policies and practices in international crime prevention, in particular maritime crime/piracy, as well as the relevant mandates of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). Has knowledge of criminal justice, law enforcement with very good research and analytical skills. Is able to identify and contribute to the solution of problems/issues. Has knowledge of various research methodologies and sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Has good analytical, planning, and organizational skills. 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.

• 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.

• Accountability: 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 law, criminology or related area 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 professional experience in national/international project management in criminal justice, rule of law or related area, including in programme development and fundraising, is required. Experience in international cooperation and capacity building in the maritime area and/or maritime law enforcement operations is required. Experience in post-conflict, peace-building countries is desirable. Working experience in an international organization or within the United Nations system is desirable. Experience in the fight against international crime are desirable. Experience in the target countries, Somalia and Seychelles, is desirable.

  Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French is desirable. 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 for six months. Actual filling of this position and actual duration of the assignment is subject to availability of funding. 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.

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.

Mogadishu is classified in the E category (non-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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