Programme Officer (Simulated Trial Programme, Global Maritime Crime Programme, Indian Ocean West)

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The salary for this job should be between 111,152 USD and 145,545 USD.

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Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the Regional Office for Eastern Africa (ROEA) of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Nairobi, Kenya. The incumbent will work under the broad authority of the Representative, ROEA and the supervision of the Senior Programme Officer heading the Global Maritime Crime Programme (GMCP), as well as in close cooperation with the Division for Operations (DO), particularly the Justice Section (JS), and the Division for Treaty Affaires (DTA) at UNODC headquarters in Vienna.

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Responsibilities Within assigned authority, the incumbent will provide support to the implementation of GMCP activities in the Indian Ocean region with a specific focus on running Simulated Trials, carrying out Legal Framework reviews as well as legal reform coordination and provision of related expert advice. The incumbent will be responsible for the following specific tasks:

•Contribute to the planning, organization, implementation and monitoring of the UNODC GMCP support activities to legal drafters, policy advisers, prosecutors, judges, and where relevant law enforcement, in the Indian Ocean dealing with maritime crime matters; including assessments, legislative drafting, workshops and training and logistical matters associated with project implementation.

•Design and develop scenarios for simulated trial exercises based on national legal systems and run the trials with criminal justice actors in the various Indian Ocean states.

•Conduct assessments and reviews of the existing national legislation of each recipient country related to maritime and port security, with particular emphasis on national implementation of UNCLOS, UNTOC, SOLAS Chapter XI-2 and the ISPS Code in legislation and regulations, identification of current limitations and recommendations for improvements.

•Engage with and build networks of regional and extra-regional experts, advisers, processes, and mechanisms which are concerned with maritime crime in the Indian Ocean region.

•Organize, coordinate and attend Workshops, including Maritime Crime and Jurisdiction Awareness Workshops and Law Reform Coordination and Information Sharing Working Groups.

•Prepare and draft a variety of written outputs on piracy, narcotics trafficking, maritime terrorism, armed robbery at sea and other maritime offences, such as concept notes, background/working papers, action plans, mission reports, briefings/presentations, policy proposals and documents, summary reports etc.

•Prepare budget revisions and regular reports on programme implementation for UNODC and donors.

•Prepare and disseminate work plans, terms of reference and programme related documents.

•Participate in conferences and meetings as required, including preparing and delivering presentations.

•Coordinate and liaise closely with counterparts and stakeholders on general maritime crime matters.

•Act as a liaison for various missions of the UNODC GMCP team to the Indian Ocean.

•Perform other work-related duties as required.

Competencies •Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to crime prevention and criminal justice issues, in particular to countering maritime crime. Has knowledge of and specialization in substantive and functional legal areas with very good research, analytical and drafting 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. 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, including specialist education in international law, is required. A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with two additional years of qualifying relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience A minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional experience in criminal justice in an international or national environment handling both common law and civil law cases is required. Experience in public international law including maritime law, legal research and analysis working in both English and French is required. Experience with legal issues within African jurisdictions is desirable. Working experience with the United Nations system, the European Union or other regional/international organizations 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.

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 the 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 based on 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.

Nairobi is classified in the B 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.

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