RULE OF LAW OFFICER

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Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) in Pristina. Pristina is classified as a “B” hardship duty station and a family duty station. The incumbent reports to the Chief of Justice and Corrections Section under the Office of the Rule of Law. The mandate of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) was established by the Security Council in its resolution 1244 (1999). The Mission is mandated to help ensure conditions for a peaceful and normal life for all inhabitants of Kosovo and advance regional stability in the Western Balkans. The Mission is headed by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General. The Special Representative ensures a coordinated approach by the international civil presence operating under Security Council resolution 1244 (1999), including the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), which retains the status of UNMIK's pillar for institution building. The Special Representative also ensures coordination with the head of the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX), which has operational responsibility in the area of rule of law. EULEX is deployed under Security Council resolution 1244 (1999), and operates under the overall authority of the United Nations. The Mission has its headquarters in Pristina and is supported by field offices in Mitrovicë/Mitrovica and Pejë/Pec. In addition, the UN Office in Belgrade plays an important political and diplomatic role and liaises with political leadership of Serbia. UNMIK implements its mandate in a status neutral manner and operate under Security Council resolution 1244 (1999).

Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties: - Advising on the development and implementation of the Mission’s rule of law strategies. This will include actively leading/supporting the review, development and/or implementation of the following tasks related to the Mission’s rule of law work: strategic planning, legal analysis and reporting; monitoring policies and legislation; CPAS, budget and project management processes; rule of law communications procedures; monitoring and reporting on effective linkages among local rule of law actors including law enforcement, prosecution, courts and corrections. - Provide facilitation services to UNODC and other partners on rule of law matters notably on the criminal justice, organised crime and in particular countering illicit financial flows, corruption and terrorism as well as strengthening the asset recovery process in close consultation with relevant components of UNODC in the regional field offices and in Vienna; - Facilitating the delivery of coherent ‘one-UN’ support to the rule of law in Kosovo including through facilitating the coordination of Mission-UNKT assistance and effective joint programming in rule of law areas including access to justice and integration of the judiciary and law enforcement, and related activities undertaken by Mission components. •Helping to foster commitment at local level to enhance the resort to non-custodial measures, including the use of alternatives to detention and prison, law reform and increased access to legal aid, in accordance to the UN Common Position on Incarceration – Directions for Action. - Assessing training needs and participating in the preparation of training and development strategies and implementation plans in the Mission, including guidelines for mentoring and advising programmatic activities in areas of the rule of law. - Supporting the provision of advice and assistance on efforts to mobilize and coordinate international assistance to the rule of law notably in the criminal justice sector. - Ensuring effective relations with government officials and civil society representatives (including counterparts in the Ministry of Justice and/or other relevant Ministries, the police, the court system, women’s groups, non-governmental organizations, diplomatic missions and donors). - Advising on international standards of rule of law, financial and programme management practices and procedures, including the management of critical operational and security issues, and improved responsiveness by local institutions. - Advising the mission leadership and UNKT on the Mission/HQ role, priorities, activities, challenges and approaches regarding rule of law matters. - Supervising professional, national, UNV or Government Provided Personnel as assigned to him/her, if and as required; - Other assignments will include: monitoring the preparation of outputs such as section reports and assessments, policy documents and guidelines; facilitating coordination mechanisms at the Mission/HQ level; maintaining close working relationships with relevant components (human rights, police, justice, gender, youth, etc.) and UN Agencies, Funds and Programs, and representing the Mission as required; overseeing the completion of programmatic and administrative tasks necessary for the functioning of UNMIK’s Office of Justice and Corrections Section under the Office of the Rule of Law, including preparation of budgets, reporting on performance and results, managing and evaluating staff performance, job interviewing and evaluation of candidates; - Perform any other duties, as required by UNMIK leadership.

Competencies Professionalism: Knowledge of rule of law systems and issues in post-conflict and crisis settings, in particular with regard to: monitoring, analysis and reporting on legal and policy frameworks, undertaking assessments and designing and implementing plans to strengthen rule of law areas, monitoring the drafting, approval, implementation and evaluation of sub-legal acts to fully implement applicable legislation. Knowledge of relevant international legal and rule of law standards, and capacity to adopt a strategic approach to the development and fair operation of a legal system. Demonstrated ability in policy and operational-level coordination with multiple stakeholders. Ability to conduct research and data collection using various methods, including ability to evaluate and integrate information from a variety of sources (stakeholders, reports, roundtables, etc.) and to assess impact on a rule of law in the assigned area. 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. Integrity: Demonstrates the values of the United Nations in daily activities and behaviours; acts without consideration of personal gain; resists undue political pressure in decision-making; does not abuse power or authority; stands by decisions that are in the Organization’s interest, even if they are unpopular; takes prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behaviour. Respect for Diversity: Works effectively with people from all backgrounds; treats all people with dignity and respect; treats men and women equally; shows respect for and understanding of diverse points of view and demonstrates this understanding in daily work and decision-making; examines own biases and behaviours to avoid stereotypical responses; does not discriminate against any individual or group. 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 degree) in law or related rule of law 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 seven years of relevant, progressively responsible professional experience in rule of law or related area is required.

A minimum of five years of work experience in in international development and diplomacy is desirable.

A minimum of two years of professional experience in supporting rule of law reforms in a transitional, developmental or post-conflict setting is desirable.

Experience working in Balkan region is desirable.

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

Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice - This position is temporarily available until 15 August 2023. 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.

• Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station.

• 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.

• Qualified women that meet the requirements of this job opening are particularly encouraged to apply and will be given full consideration in accordance with the United Nations efforts to increase women participation in its workforce.

• 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.

  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.

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