Employer: UN United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
Location: Vienna
Org. Setting and Reporting
The position is located in the Implementation Support Section III (Middle East, Northern Africa, the Gulf and Latin America and the Caribbean) of the Terrorism Prevention Branch (TPB), Division for Treaty Affairs (DTA). The incumbent will work under the guidance and direct supervision of the Chief of Implementation Support Section III.
For more information on UNODC, please visit our website: www.unodc.org.
Responsibilities
Within assigned authority, the Law Enforcement Expert (Terrorism Prevention), will be responsible for the following duties/tasks:
•Provide advisory services and mentoring to governments and regional authorities, in particular law enforcement agencies and entities, with the aim to support planning, designing and managing appropriate response measures to address counter terrorism and crime situation in the country.
•Advise national counterparts on strategies and measures and on good practices in their areas of competence and fields of intervention.
•Plan, organize, coordinate and deliver a variety of specialized technical services in areas required to establish, monitor and manage specialized operations.
•Develop, organize, formulate, coordinate preparation of and evaluate programme and project ideas for specialized technical assistance; build synergies with organised crime and counter terrorism initiatives at the project formulation stage.
•Plan, coordinate and support the implementation of the programme strategies and activities, provide technical inputs to the implementation of law enforcement related projects.
•Prepare or coordinate the preparation of the necessary programme or project documents and reports, such as work plans, budget segments, programme/project progress, performance and/or implementation delivery reports.
•Guide trainers, technical and resource personnel, consultants etc.
•Lead and participate in complex needs assessment and other technical missions to evaluate and elaborate technical assistance proposals; coordinate, participate and carry out periodic assessments of the performance of introduced and improved practices and operations.
•Evaluate the quality and impact of law enforcement assistance measures in countries.
•Develop and organize capacity-building activities in policy and operational practices.
•Deliver a broad range of capacity building and training activities to targeted groups.
•Initiate, develop, coordinate or contribute to training curricula and training materials to support and sustain programme/project goals and outputs.
•As required, serve as focal point/liaison officer for specialized counter terrorism and programmes/projects.
•Maintain regular contacts, foster cooperation and work in close coordination with national and international counter terrorism and crime law enforcement authorities, agencies and institutions, and other relevant operational counterparts.
•Facilitate regional and international cooperation and information exchange in operational, investigative, prosecutorial and judicial matters with regard to criminal justice matters and countering terrorism and violent extremism.
•Promote UNODC’s technical cooperation activities in the mandated areas; support and promote the expansion of programmes/projects through fundraising and outreach activities and works with Member States to secure cooperation agreements.
Competencies
Professionalism:
Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and sound practices relevant to combating crime and terrorism prevention related issues. Has knowledge of policies and practices in terrorism prevention, including substantive and specific technical knowledge relevant to law enforcement practices, judiciary, prosecution, investigations on financing of terrorism and related areas. Is able to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Is able to conduct data collection using various methods. Has conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct needs assessment in the relevant field. Is able to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, to plan own work and to manage conflicting priorities. Has proven ability to contribute to complex technical assistance programmes, to provide expert advice in the substantive area, deliver presentations and training and mobilize external partners and stakeholders. Has up to date knowledge of United Nations policies, rules and regulations, guidelines and procedures. 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.
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
An advanced university (Master's degree or equivalent) in the fields of law, criminology, public administration, political science, international relations or related fields of criminal justice, crime prevention and/or law enforcement is required. A first-level university degree OR equivalent academic education, professional training with certification from a recognized international/national police, customs or other staff training institution, with specialization in criminal justice, crime prevention, criminal investigation, law enforcement, border management, border working techniques and/or other related areas, in combination with additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Certification or other qualification in training design and delivery is an advantage.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven years of relevant, progressively responsible professional experience in crime and/or terrorism prevention (including international experience in law enforcement, crime prevention, criminal investigations, police, prosecutions and/or criminal intelligence processes), is required. Experience using risk-based working methodology (profiling) is required.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another United Nations official language is an advantage.
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which and a competency-based interview.
Special Notice
• This position is temporarily available until 31 January 2019. 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.
• This temporary job opening may be limited to “internal candidates,” who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15.
• 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.
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 or sexual abuse, or crimes other than minor traffic offences, 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.
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.
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.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date
Location: Vienna
Org. Setting and Reporting
The position is located in the Implementation Support Section III (Middle East, Northern Africa, the Gulf and Latin America and the Caribbean) of the Terrorism Prevention Branch (TPB), Division for Treaty Affairs (DTA). The incumbent will work under the guidance and direct supervision of the Chief of Implementation Support Section III.
For more information on UNODC, please visit our website: www.unodc.org.
Responsibilities
Within assigned authority, the Law Enforcement Expert (Terrorism Prevention), will be responsible for the following duties/tasks:
•Provide advisory services and mentoring to governments and regional authorities, in particular law enforcement agencies and entities, with the aim to support planning, designing and managing appropriate response measures to address counter terrorism and crime situation in the country.
•Advise national counterparts on strategies and measures and on good practices in their areas of competence and fields of intervention.
•Plan, organize, coordinate and deliver a variety of specialized technical services in areas required to establish, monitor and manage specialized operations.
•Develop, organize, formulate, coordinate preparation of and evaluate programme and project ideas for specialized technical assistance; build synergies with organised crime and counter terrorism initiatives at the project formulation stage.
•Plan, coordinate and support the implementation of the programme strategies and activities, provide technical inputs to the implementation of law enforcement related projects.
•Prepare or coordinate the preparation of the necessary programme or project documents and reports, such as work plans, budget segments, programme/project progress, performance and/or implementation delivery reports.
•Guide trainers, technical and resource personnel, consultants etc.
•Lead and participate in complex needs assessment and other technical missions to evaluate and elaborate technical assistance proposals; coordinate, participate and carry out periodic assessments of the performance of introduced and improved practices and operations.
•Evaluate the quality and impact of law enforcement assistance measures in countries.
•Develop and organize capacity-building activities in policy and operational practices.
•Deliver a broad range of capacity building and training activities to targeted groups.
•Initiate, develop, coordinate or contribute to training curricula and training materials to support and sustain programme/project goals and outputs.
•As required, serve as focal point/liaison officer for specialized counter terrorism and programmes/projects.
•Maintain regular contacts, foster cooperation and work in close coordination with national and international counter terrorism and crime law enforcement authorities, agencies and institutions, and other relevant operational counterparts.
•Facilitate regional and international cooperation and information exchange in operational, investigative, prosecutorial and judicial matters with regard to criminal justice matters and countering terrorism and violent extremism.
•Promote UNODC’s technical cooperation activities in the mandated areas; support and promote the expansion of programmes/projects through fundraising and outreach activities and works with Member States to secure cooperation agreements.
Competencies
Professionalism:
Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and sound practices relevant to combating crime and terrorism prevention related issues. Has knowledge of policies and practices in terrorism prevention, including substantive and specific technical knowledge relevant to law enforcement practices, judiciary, prosecution, investigations on financing of terrorism and related areas. Is able to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Is able to conduct data collection using various methods. Has conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct needs assessment in the relevant field. Is able to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, to plan own work and to manage conflicting priorities. Has proven ability to contribute to complex technical assistance programmes, to provide expert advice in the substantive area, deliver presentations and training and mobilize external partners and stakeholders. Has up to date knowledge of United Nations policies, rules and regulations, guidelines and procedures. 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.
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
An advanced university (Master's degree or equivalent) in the fields of law, criminology, public administration, political science, international relations or related fields of criminal justice, crime prevention and/or law enforcement is required. A first-level university degree OR equivalent academic education, professional training with certification from a recognized international/national police, customs or other staff training institution, with specialization in criminal justice, crime prevention, criminal investigation, law enforcement, border management, border working techniques and/or other related areas, in combination with additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Certification or other qualification in training design and delivery is an advantage.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven years of relevant, progressively responsible professional experience in crime and/or terrorism prevention (including international experience in law enforcement, crime prevention, criminal investigations, police, prosecutions and/or criminal intelligence processes), is required. Experience using risk-based working methodology (profiling) is required.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another United Nations official language is an advantage.
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which and a competency-based interview.
Special Notice
• This position is temporarily available until 31 January 2019. 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.
• This temporary job opening may be limited to “internal candidates,” who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15.
• 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.
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 or sexual abuse, or crimes other than minor traffic offences, 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.
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.
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.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date