Programme Officer (Terrorism Prevention)

Overview

Provide expertise in terrorism prevention and criminal justice.

You have:

• An advanced university degree in criminal law, international law, political science, international relations or any related area is required.
• A minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional experience in terrorism prevention in the area of criminal justice and rule of law is required.
• Experience in programme formulation and implementation of capacity building projects in counterterrorism or a directly related field is required.
• Experience in organizing meetings, conferences, seminars etc. is desirable.
• Relevant work experience with countries in West Africa is desirable.
• Fluency in English and French is required.
• Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

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 109,361 USD and 143,199 USD.

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Org. Setting and Reporting The position is located in the Programme Office in Mali which operates under the Regional Office for West and Central Africa (ROSEN) of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Bamako, Mali. The incumbent works under the overall supervision of the UNODC Representative for West and Central Africa (ROSEN) and the Programme Officer (Terrorism Prevention) at ROSEN, as well as under the substantive guidance of the Chief of Implementation Support Section (ISS) II, Terrorism Prevention Branch (TPB), Division for Treaty Affairs (DTA), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Vienna, Austria.

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Responsibilities Within assigned authority, the incumbent will be responsible for undertaking the following specific duties/tasks:

• Participate in providing specialized expertise for designing and implementing technical assistance projects in Mali, focusing on enhancing criminal justice response to terrorism threats, including legislative assistance, enhancing capacity of national practitioners on the effective investigation, prosecution and adjudication of terrorism related cases, while ensuring rule of law and human rights, and promoting regional and international judicial and police cooperation.
• Liaise with national authorities, donors, international and regional organizations to ensure coordination and fundraising, in close coordination with the Programme Officer (Terrorism Prevention) (ROSEN).
• Assess capacity building needs of concerned national entities; conceptualize, design and carry out training activities and other relevant initiatives for prosecutorial/adjudicator capacity building and enhancing collaborative investigation and police-justice cooperation, and provide on-going advisory services to national authorities on related matters.
• Provide substantive expertise for and provide support in the conceptualization, design, implementation and evaluation of overall programme initiatives aimed at strengthening criminal justice responses to terrorism in Mali.
• Prepare and participate in national expert workshops, sub-regional/ regional workshops and conduct training activities, as determined.
• Provide expert inputs for the preparation of technical assistance tools, substantive publications and training materials pertaining to rule of law-based criminal justice responses to terrorism.
• Contribute to and participate in programme development and its on-going refinement, coordination and management; contribute to programme implementation reporting; contribute to programme partnership building.
• Prepare/draft a variety of written substantive outputs, such as background papers, correspondence with governments, working papers, analyses, briefings, presentations, policy proposals and documents, regular and ad hoc reports, summary reports etc.
• Prepare/draft a variety of programme or project documents and reports, such as progress reports, work plans, programme budget reports, programme performance reports, etc.
• Monitor financial resources allocated to assigned project component; monitor expenditures and funds utilization.
• Assist in the recruitment of personnel by coordinating/conducting panel interviews, by evaluating candidates' applications and qualifications, by drafting/finalizing substantive recommendations and reports for submission to the Human Resources Management Service (HRMS) and/or Central Review bodies, by drafting terms of reference/job descriptions, etc.

• Perform other work-related tasks as assigned.

  Competencies Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches, policies and practices in terrorism prevention and criminal justice. Has broad knowledge of overall crime prevention and criminal justice issues. Has knowledge of the mandates of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime and of the major initiatives of the international community in terrorism prevention. Is able to plan and implement technical assistance activities and related project management. Has the ability to research, analyze and identify problems, and to contribute to problem-solving. 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.

Planning & 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.

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Education An advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in criminal law, international law, political science, international relations or any related area is required. A first-level university degree 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 terrorism prevention in the area of criminal justice and rule of law is required. Experience in programme formulation and implementation of capacity building projects in counterterrorism or a directly related field is required. Experience in organizing meetings, conferences, seminars etc., including their substantive, logistic and administrative aspects is desirable. Relevant work experience with countries in West Africa is desirable. Experience in the field (field mission or similar) is desirable. Experience working 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 this position, fluency in English and French 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 for a period of 6 months. 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.

• Bamako is classified in the D category and as a 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.

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.

Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

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