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Organization: United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
Country: SOMALIA
City: Mogadishu
Office: UNODC Mogadishu, Somalia
Closing date: Sunday, 16 July 2023
Posting Title: Associate Programme Officer, NOB
Job Code Title: Associate Programme Management Officer
Department/Office: United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
Duty Station: MOGADISHU
Job Opening Number: 23-Programme Management-UNODC-211399-R-Mogadishu (N)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organisational Setting and Reporting
This position is located in the UNODC Programme Office in Somalia (POSOM) with duty station in Mogadishu (Somalia), Regional Office for Eastern Africa (ROEA), Division for Operations (DO), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The incumbent will work under the overall supervision of the UNODC Representative for Eastern Africa (ROEA) and under the direct supervision of the Programme Management Officer heading the Transnational Organized Crime and Illicit Trafficking Programme for Eastern Africa. S/he will work in close cooperation and coordination with the Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer, as well as in coordination with the Human Trafficking and the Migrant Smuggling Section (HTMSS) at UNODC headquarters in Vienna. For more information on UNODC, please visit our website: www.unodc.org.
Responsibilities
Within assigned authority and within the framework of the Transnational Organized Crime and Illicit Trafficking Programme for Eastern Africa, the incumbent will assist the Programme Management Officer heading the Transnational Organized Crime and Illicit Trafficking Programme for Eastern Africa with the day-to-day implementation of the Better Migration Management (BMM) Programme, Phase III, and other Countering Transnational Organized Crime and Illicit Trafficking programming in Somalia.
The incumbent will perform the following specific tasks:
Assist the Programme Management Officer heading the Programme and other Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officers to develop, coordinate, implement and evaluate countering Transnational Organized Crime and Illicit Trafficking programming with a specific focus on countering Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants programme activities in Somalia as required.
Support programme management and coordination of programme activities; assist with the preparation or revision of programme or project documents, budget, work plans and reports, including programme activity reports and programme performance reports.
Provide assistance in implementing the project activities with a special focus on trafficking in persons and smuggling of migrants (including procurement and arrangements for workshops and seminars) in line with the project document and the annual project work plan, and in line with UN financial rules and regulations, in close coordination with the Government counterparts, donors and other stakeholders, based on best practices, including UN/UNODC manuals, handbooks, guides, and standards and norms.
Assist with the development, coordination and implementation of capacity building activities for criminal justice practitioners on countering Transnational Organized Crime, especially Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants, including capacity-building workshops for criminal justice practitioners on detection, investigation and prosecution of these crimes.
Assist with the coordination and implementation of legislative activities, including on ratification to relevant international conventions and development of legislation on trafficking on Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants.
Contribute to the identification and assessment of technical assistance priorities and strategies of donors active in countering transnational organized crime, including Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants initiatives.
Prepare programme and project proposals and ideas for inclusion in national, regional and global UNODC programmes and funding proposals to donors as required.
Coordinate and support substantive experts’ assignments in Somalia as required.
Participate in survey initiatives; issue data collection tools, review, analyse and interpret responses, identify problems/issues and prepare preliminary conclusions.
Contribute to the collection and analysis of data and identification of trends or patterns and provide draft insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.
Document requirements and background information used for data analysis.
Contribute to the preparation of various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analytical notes, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc.
Provide administrative and substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying and proposed participants, preparation of background documents and presentations, handling logistics, etc.
Undertake outreach activities; participate in the development of training workshops, seminars, etc.; participate in and make presentations on assigned topics/activities.
Participate in field missions, including provision of substantive and administrative support, data collection, etc.
Coordinate activities related to budget funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and preparation of related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget, etc.).
Perform other work-related duties as required.
Competencies
Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to preventing, investigating and/or prosecuting Transnational Organized Crime, especially Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants. Has ability to identify issues, analyse and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Is able to assist with data collection using various methods and has excellent computer skills. Has ability to analyse and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Has conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Is able to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Has excellent drafting, analytical and administration skills. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments; 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 degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, criminology, international relations or other relevant social science is required. A first level 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 two years of progressively responsible professional experience in implementing projects or programme activities relevant to criminal justice capacity building is required. Experience in countering Transnational Organized Crime, especially investigating and/or prosecuting cases of Transnational Organized Crime, Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants, is desirable. Experience in project administration, management and technical cooperation involving development issues and administration of foreign aid projects is desirable. Experience in implementing programmes requiring coordination with national and regional authorities is desirable. Work experience within the United Nations system and/or other international organizations is desirable. Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required; and knowledge of Somali is desirable. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise and a competency-based interview.
Special Notice
Candidates for the National Professional Officer category shall be of the nationality of the country where this position is located. 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. 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. This is a project post. The appointment and renewal thereof are subject to the availability of the post or funds, budgetary approval or extension of the mandate.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
Website: https://careers.un.org/lbw/jobdetail.aspx?id=211399
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