Programme Officer (Terrorism Prevention) (Filled from Roster)

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Org. Setting and Reporting The position is located in the Implementation Support Section II (Sub-Saharan Africa) of the Terrorism Prevention Branch (TPB), Division for Treaty Affairs (DTA), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The incumbent will work under the supervision and substantive guidance of the Chief of Implementation Support Section II.

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Responsibilities Within assigned authority, the Programme Officer (Terrorism Prevention) will be responsible for the following duties/tasks:

•Plan, conceptualize and coordinate implementation of focused activities for promoting the ratification and effective implementation of the relevant counter-terrorism instruments in Sub-Saharan Africa.

•Conceptualize plan and implement regional and national terrorism prevention activities, in particular provide legal analysis and legal research; organize capacity building workshops, as well as other relevant initiatives in the legal and operational aspects of terrorism prevention.

•Develop, implement and monitor and evaluate assigned technical assistance programmes/projects, etc.; monitor and analyze programme/project development and implementation; identify problems and issues to be addressed and initiate corrective actions.

•Provide, as requested, technical assistance to Member States and lead and/or participate in related technical assistance missions, including provision of guidance to other staff; undertake consultations with officials of governments and international organizations and funding institutions; participate in international, regional or national meetings and provide substantive expertise and legal advice on specific issues.

•Prepare related funding proposals and actively contribute to activities related to fund raising and funds management (including programme/project preparation and submissions), 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, with focus on transport related terrorist offences.

•Provide substantive expertise for the organization of consultative and other meetings, conferences, Expert Group Meetings, etc.; undertake relevant actions, such as identification of the theme(s), participants, resource persons, documentation and legal inputs and outputs, expected outcomes and results.

•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 and test of substantive tools, publications and training modules, including online material, as well as other relevant initiatives in the legal and related aspects of terrorism prevention.

•Carry out reviews and quality-control of outputs and services, ensuring compliance with the relevant mandates, objectives and priorities of the Office.

•Support the Chief of Section with financial matters related to the programmatic work of the Section. Support also in ensuring that the work programme and the activities of the Section are carried out in good coordination with other areas of the Branch and other entities of UNODC and in liaison with relevant organizations of the United Nations system and external entities; arrange to obtain and integrate required substantive inputs from these entities and other sources.

•Carry out other work-related duties as required.

Competencies •Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches, policies and practices in terrorism prevention and criminal justice. Has ability to apply legal expertise to analyzing a diverse range of complex and legal issues and problems and in developing innovative and creative solutions. 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. Has sound analytical skills and ability to identify problems and contributes to problem-solving. Has practical experience in programme/project management and administration. Has good research, analytical and problem-solving skills. 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 & 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.

Education Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, political science, international relations or related fields 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 professional experience in policy and programme development and implementation with a focus on terrorism prevention is required. Work experience with financial matters related to projects desirable. Programme monitoring and evaluation is desirable. Proven fundraising record is desirable. Work experience within the United Nations system or a similar international organization is desirable. Work experience in Sub-Saharan Africa 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 another United Nations official language is desirable.

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 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.

Vienna is classified as a H 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.

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