Programme Officer (West Africa)

Contract

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Salary

The salary for this job should be between 101,224 USD and 132,545 USD.

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Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the Programme Office in Burkina Faso (POBFA) with duty station in Ougadougou and operates under the Regional Office for West and Central Africa (ROSEN) in Dakar, Senegal, Division for Operations (DO), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The Programme Officer (West Africa) will work under the direct supervision of the Regional Representative of ROSEN and the substantive technical supervisory guidance of the Programme Officer (Drug Dependence Treatment), of the Prevention, Treatment and Rehabilitation Section (PTRS), Drug Prevention and Health Branch (DHB), Division for Operations (DO) based at headquarters Vienna, Austria. S/he will also liaise and cooperate closely with all relevant substantive UNODC headquarters (HQ) Sections and the Regional Section for Africa and the Middle East (RSAME) of the Division for Operations (DO).

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Responsibilities Within assigned authority, the Programme Officer (West Africa) will be responsible for the following duties:

• Provide substantive support to the development, implementation and evaluation assigned programmes/projects on drug demand reduction, particularly on drug dependence treatment and care and the development of a drug information system in West Africa; participate in monitoring and analyzing the project development and implementation; review relevant documents and reports; identify problems and issues to be addressed and initiate corrective actions; liaise with relevant parties; ensure follow-up actions.

• Carry out general and administrative arrangements for GLOK32 in West Africa under the overall supervision of ROSEN and the technical supervisory guidance of PTRS, including preparation of funding requests and briefs, project progress and implementation delivery rate reports, as well as liaise with regional, national and donor authorities, United Nations agencies and other international and regional organizations.

• Support the programming of drug demand reduction activities, particularly on drug dependence treatment and care and the development of a drug information system in consultation with ROSEN and PTRS as well as in collaboration with the relevant governmental counterparts. Support initiatives to summarize and disseminate scientific evidence in the field of drug demand reduction, particularly on drug dependence treatment and care and the development of a drug information system.

• Provide and coordinate the provision of technical advice to government counterparts in West Africa on evidence-based drug dependence treatment and care as well as the development of a drug information system, within the scope of the UNODC-WHO Programme on Drug Dependence and Treatment (GLOK32).

• Identify and enter into agreement with International Research Institutions as adequate to support the adaptation, monitoring and evaluation of evidence-based drug demand reduction programming, particularly on drug dependence treatment and care and the development of drug information systems.

• Coordinate policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of evaluations or other research activities and studies. Organize and prepare written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc..

• Assess available drug-related data collection tools in West Africa, reporting mechanisms and treatment systems, train data collection focal points and develop and support relevant national and regional reporting mechanisms.

• Liaise with key West African counterparts, stakeholders and resource persons, as well as with bilateral and multilateral partners involved in research and data collection, drug use prevention, drug dependence treatment and care, towards the development of national and regionally relevant drug information systems with a focus on demand data (Lisbon consensus).

• Closely coordinate with colleagues from the West African region (specifically Cote d'Ivoire and Senegal) on drug demand reduction and drug information system related topics and activities.

• Contribute to and participate in meetings and national/regional events related to drug use prevention, drug dependence treatment and care as well as data collection, research and monitoring and evaluation in the area.

• Initiate and coordinate outreach activities; conduct training workshops, seminars, etc.; make presentations on assigned topics/activities.

• Organize and/or participate in field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and drafting mission summaries, etc..

• Coordinate activities related to budget funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and prepare related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget, etc.).

• Advise trainers, experts, computer specialists, consultants and other resource persons in their preparations for, and participation in project activities.

• Act as a resource person and /or moderator in workshops, seminars, training courses and meetings.

• Perform other work-related duties as required.

  Competencies - Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to UNODC mandates. Has knowledge of policies and practices in international drug control, crime and terrorism prevention as well as the mandates of UNODC. Has knowledge of and specialization in substantive and functional areas with very good research and analytical skills. Is able to evaluate, 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. Is able to apply judgment in the context of the assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. 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.

• 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.

• 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.

  Education An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in health, human or social sciences (epidemiology, public health, psychology, sociology, medicine, social work, education) 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 work experience in drug-related data collection, project or programme development, management, administration or related area is required. Work experience with particular focus in the field of drug demand reduction is desirable. Work experience in drug-related epidemiology is desirable. Experience working in the context of inter-agency partnerships with the United Nations system or a similar international organization is desirable.

  Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in French and English is required. Knowledge of other United Nations official languages is an advantage.

  Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise and a competency-based interview.

  Special Notice - This project position is temporarily available for eleven months. Actual filling of this temporary vacancy and actual duration is subject to availability of the post and funding. If the selected candidate is an internal staff member of the UN Secretariat, the selection will be recorded as a temporary assignment.

• While this temporary job opening 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.

• Ouagadougou is classified in the C 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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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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