Programme Officer (Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants)

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 108,241 USD and 141,733 USD.

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Org. Setting and Reporting

The position is located in the Regional Office for Central America and the Caribbean (ROPAN), Division for Operations (DO), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Panama City, Panama. The incumbent will work under the substantive guidance of the Team Leader, Technical Cooperation Team (TCT) in the Human Trafficking and Migrant Smuggling Section (HTMSS), Organized Crime and Illicit Trafficking Branch, (OCB), Division for Treaty (DTA), UNODC, in Vienna, and the supervision of the UNODC Regional Representative in ROPAN. S/he will receive substantive and policy guidance from the Chief, HTMSS/OCB/DTA.

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Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, under substantive and policy guidance of the Chief, HTMSS/OCB/DTA, the Programme Officer (Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants) is primarily responsible for managing and implementing anti-human trafficking and migrant smuggling technical cooperation projects and activities under the Global Programme “UNODC Action Against Trafficking in Persons and the Smuggling of Migrants” in Latin America and the Caribbean (including technical expertise and practical day-to-day support to relevant bodies, entities and authorities), and coordinate with other projects and teams in the region engaging in activities linked to trafficking in persons and the smuggling of migrants, as well as other field offices in the region, in particular, the Regional Office for the Andean Region and the Southern Cone (ROCOL), the Country Office in the Federative Republic of Brazil (COFRB) and the Country Office in Mexico (COMEX)

In full coherence with other projects/programmes implemented in the region, particularly those of the Human Trafficking and Migrant Smuggling Section (HTMSS), the Programme Officer will be responsible for the following specific duties: • Promote the work of UNODC against human trafficking and migrant smuggling within the overall framework of the Protocol to Prevent, Suppress and Punish Trafficking in Persons, Especially Women and Children and the Protocol against the Smuggling of Migrants by Land, Sea and Air, both supplementing the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC), in consultation with ROPAN, ROCOL, COFRB and COMEX. • Manage and implement technical assistance projects under UNODC’s Global Programme “UNODC Action against trafficking in persons and the smuggling of migrants” in Honduras, Costa Rica and Haiti, in support of Member States to enhance their capacity to investigate and prosecute trafficking in persons and the smuggling of migrants; provide substantive and technical input for the formulation, implementation and assessment of other projects at the inter-regional, regional and/or national levels in Latin America and the Caribbean, in coordination with Regional and Country offices; collect and compile relevant background data and information; undertake desk research and assessment missions. • Assist in coordinating, monitoring and analysing project implementation, arrange for project delivery and procurement in line with UN rules and regulations; participate in the evaluation of assigned programmes/projects; review relevant documents and reports; identify, review and analyse problems and issues to be addressed and propose corrective actions; liaise with relevant parties; identify and track follow-up actions. • Contribute to the overall implementation, substantive refinement and assessment of UNODC’s Action against Trafficking in Persons and the Smuggling of Migrants, and its activities; contribute to the identification and assessment of technical assistance strategies of donors active in anti-trafficking and anti-smuggling initiatives; in full coordination with ROPAN, ROCOL, COFRB and COMEX, prepare programme/project proposals/ideas for inclusion in national, regional and global UNODC programmes and for funding consideration, and provide substantive input for other activities to promote, support and obtain funding; undertake consultations with relevant international bodies and organizations and NGOs, as required. • Facilitate and provide training and other capacity-building assistance for criminal justice actors, including the development of related technical materials; participate in the design and facilitation of interregional, regional and national training activities for criminal justice practitioners related to trafficking in persons and smuggling of migrants; prepare and provide input to standardized training materials; guide, as appropriate, and support staff working on anti-human trafficking and migrant smuggling programmes in UNODC Regional and Country Offices in Latin America and the Caribbean. • Prepare various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analyses, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, regular and ad hoc reports, studies etc. • Upon request and where relevant, provide technical advice and inputs in the work of UN Country Teams and Regional Development Coordination Office as it relates to the implementation of technical cooperation projects and activities on trafficking in persons and the smuggling of migrants under his/her responsibility. • Support the visibility of UNODC’s work against trafficking in persons and the smuggling of migrants in the region. • Participate in or lead field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and drafting mission summaries, etc. • Collect and analyze data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. • Perform other duties as required.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Has in-depth knowledge and specialization in the field of human trafficking and/or migrant smuggling. Has knowledge of policies and practices in crime prevention and criminal justice, as well as the mandates of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. Has knowledge of and specialization in substantive and functional areas with very good research and analytical skills. Is able to identify and contribute to the solution of problems/issues. Demonstrates ability to liaise with and to provide training and mentoring of prosecutors, law enforcement officers, intelligence officers, or other criminal justice officials in matters relating to the investigation and prosecution of trafficking in persons and the smuggling of migrants. Demonstrates ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Has ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. 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.

• 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 business administration, management, economics, law, 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.

Job - Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, administration or related area at national and international levels is required.

Proven experience in the design and delivery of technical assistance projects and on the development of technical assistance tools on transnational organized crime is required.

Demonstrated experience in dealing with combating trafficking in persons and/or smuggling of migrants, or other roles concerning the response to trafficking in persons and/or smuggling of migrants is desirable.

Work experience in international development cooperation is desirable.

Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English and Spanish is required. Knowledge of another United Nations official 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 11 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.

Panama City is classified an A 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.

Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process.

By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions.

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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.

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No Fee

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