Programme Specialist (Drug Control and Forensics)

Coordinate drug control programs and enhance capacities in the MENA region.

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UNODC - United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime

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Baghdad (Iraq)

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Application deadline 6 months ago: Monday 22 Dec 2025 at 00:00 UTC

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Overview

Coordinate drug control programs and enhance capacities in the MENA region.

You have:

7 years of experience in law enforcement complex investigations, drug control, organized crime, or criminal justice.
Experience in project management and coordination, administration, or technical assistance is an asset.
Knowledge of the Iraqi institutional and operational context is an asset.
Fluency in English (written and spoken, professional) is required.
Strong analytical, drafting, and reporting skills, with proven ability to prepare high-quality written outputs and briefings under tight deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including government institutions, community representatives, and authorities at different levels.
Ability to work independently and proactively with minimal supervision.
Solid computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), SharePoint, and virtual collaboration platforms (Teams, Zoom).
Knowledge in ERP systems, including creation and tracking of requisitions, service entry sheets, goods receipts, and vendor management.

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Describe a time when you managed a complex project. What steps did you take to ensure its success?	The interviewer is assessing your project management skills and ability to handle complexity.	Detail your approach, emphasizing planning, collaboration, and outcome.
How do you ensure effective communication and collaboration with diverse stakeholders?	The interviewer wants to understand your interpersonal skills.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you share an experience where you successfully adapted a project strategy to changing circumstances?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to monitor project performance and impact?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Discuss your experience with data management in the context of program implementation.	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you approach drafting reports under tight deadlines?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What is your understanding of the current drug control challenges in Iraq?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How would you foster an inclusive environment in your team?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.