United Nations International Volunteer in Countering Trafficking in Persons and Migrant Smuggling - judicial cooperation

Contract

This is a UNV International Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as International UN Volunteer. It is normally internationally recruited only. More about UNV International Specialist contracts.

In West and Central Africa, UNODC's work on trafficking in persons and smuggling of migrants is based on the Regional Strategy for Combating Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants (2015-2020) launched in August 2015, which functions as the strategic framework for all actions conducted on these thematic in the region.

Under the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator heading the Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrant’s Unit of the Regional Office and the overall guidance of the Senior Regional Advisor (Head of the Law Enforcement Section, ROSEN), the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: • Promote the work of UNODC against trafficking in persons and smuggling of migrants in West and Central Africa 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; • Support the implementation of UNODC’s Regional Strategy for Combating Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants in West and Central Africa, and support efforts to mobilize resources based on the strategy in collaboration with relevant partners; • Promote the work of UNODC under the joint UNODC-OHCHR project PROMIS that aims to strengthen the human rights based approach to smuggling of migrants and to respond effectively to human rights violations of migrants;; • Provide strong support to the Head of the Unit in Programme Management tasks, es-pecially in the development, implementation and monitoring of project and project ac-tivities; • Promote the increase of international collaboration on smuggling of migrants, focusing specifically on legal cooperation, investigation and prosecution of migrant smuggling from West Africa through various actions that have been designed and tailored ac-cording to the specific context of each region/country; • Support UNODC’s liaison magistrate initiative under the PROMIS project that supports the deployment of African experts in Europe (currently in Italy and Spain) to facilitate international judicial cooperation and facilitates the direct connection between net-works of governmental and judicial officials in West Africa with the European prosecu-tion authorities; • Support constant inter-related communication and collaboration between experts de-ployed in Italy and Spain and UNODC Field Offices on the ground; • Provide support jointly with the West African Network of Central Authorities and Prosecutors (WACAP) to strengthen capacity and operational cooperation among au-thorities responsible for international cooperation in criminal matters;
• Support and facilitate the work of EU Member States’ prosecution offices in targeting the organized crime behind smuggling, without overlapping but being complementary to EUROPOL and other European law enforcement and investigative/intelligence agencies, addressing the judicial component (rogatory letters or extradition) of the criminal procedure; • Provide back-up support to other projects and to the implementation of activities on trafficking in persons in line with the workplan and needs of the office; • Support substantive and financial project reporting in line with the donors ‘require-ments; • Compile information on best practices in responding to trafficking in persons and smuggling of migrants and facilitate regional information sharing; • Design, facilitate and deliver interregional and regional activities related to trafficking in persons and smuggling of migrants; • Provide substantive inputs and assistance to drafting and preparing several written documents (funding proposals, speeches, speaking points, media releases, publicity information, website postings, Newsletter stories); • Participate in events, workshops, conferences and networks as required; • Perform other work-related duties as required.

• Integrity and professionalism: demonstrated expertise in area of specialty and ability to apply good judgment; high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take own-ership; willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures in a politically sensitive environment, while exercising discretion, impartiality and neutrality; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confi-dentially; responsive and client-oriented. • Accountability: mature and responsible; ability to operate in compliance with organizational rules and regulations. • Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work envi-ronment. • Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish prior-ities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities. • Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious work-ing relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diver-sity and gender;

experience in the field of migration, human rights, crime prevention or criminal justice at national or international levels is required. Knowledge of and familiarity with project formulation, implementation, reporting and monitoring, and exposure to international development cooperation is required. Experience in project planning, coordination and financial management is desirable. Experience in dealing with trafficking in persons and/or smuggling of migrants/migration is desirable.

The assignment will take place in the nation’s capital, Dakar, a family duty station (Hardship classification A) with eventual missions to the region. Dakar is a liveable city. The living conditions in Dakar are good and the social climate is calm. Senegal is an open country that enjoys social stability resulting from the smooth functioning of state institutions. Senegal is also provided with a good level of infrastructure (e.g. roads) but the distribution of water is electricity can be volatile in Dakar and other cities and towns of the country, requiring many civil servants to use generators.

Senegal is also a popular tourist destination. The reception and spontaneous hospitality of Senegalese are among the characteristic features of this West African country. The country is at the level of Security 2, which corresponds to "Low", except for the Casamance natural region (administrative regions of Kolda, Sédhiou and Ziguinchor) where acts of banditry are often reported but also the presence of Elements of the Movement of Democratic Forces of Casamance (MFDC) and unexploded ordnance (UXO). All United Nations personnel must scrupulously comply with UNDSS procedures and recommendations during their assignment to Senegal. Thefts and burglary are the main incidents against UN personnel.

There is no R&R entitlement in Senegal. The access to health services in Dakar is good. The yellow fever vaccine is compulsory and vaccination cards should be presented at the entrance. Vaccinations against Meningococcal Meningitis and Hepatitis A and B are also recommended. The basic drugs are available in pharmacies but it is recommended to bring specific prescription drugs.

The currency used in Senegal is called Franc CFA (XOF). On 7 March 2017, the average exchange rate is 1 USD = 620.821 XOF. Many hotels, restaurants and large businesses in Senegal accept the main international credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, etc.). It is also possible to withdraw cash from automatic telling machines found in all the major cities. The accommodation facilities are in general good and the choice is wide. It is possible to rent unfurnished and furnished accommodations from 450 to 2000 USD. UN Volunteers can also co-rent and share private accommodations, which must comply with Minimum Operating Residential Security Standards (MORSS).

Transportation in town can be easily arranged through local taxis.

To enter Senegal, a valid passport is required. ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) nationals are not required an entry visa. Nationals of other countries may be required an entry visa or long stay visa. They should contact the closest Senegalese representation. Senegalese Embassies and consulates in various West African countries and in other parts of the world issue visas prior to travel.

The UNV Field Unit can provide assistance in booking temporary accommodation for the first nights at UN Volunteer expenses, which can be extended or not at UN Volunteer discretion until getting a permanent accommodation.

Note: For all international travel to Senegal, security clearance must be requested a minimum of 7 days prior to travel.