Programme Officer (Border Management/Passenger and Cargo Control)

This position is located in the Regional Office for Central Asia (ROCA), based in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, Division for Operations (DO), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Representative, ROCA and with the substantive guidance of the Senior Law Enforcement Expert (Drug Control and Crime Prevention), Border Management Branch (BMB) Division for Operations (DO), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). For more information on UNODC, please visit www.unodc.org

The Programme Officer (Border Management/Passenger and Cargo Control) will be responsible for the general management and implementation of activities related to passenger and cargo control in the West and Central Asian region, in accordance with UNODC rules and regulations. The incumbent will perform the following specific tasks: • Coordinate and support the implementation of programme/project strategies and activities, provide technical inputs to the implementation of activities related to passenger and cargo control in West and Central Asia. Support the establishment of project work plans and cooperate with Governments in the implementation and monitoring of the project activities, which includes the recruitment of project staff, procurement related matters, development and delivery of training courses, seminars, workshops and meetings. • Monitor current developments of national measures against trafficking of illicit goods in the West and Central Asian region. Identify and prioritize border management requirements and training needs. • Work with participating countries on the border management and border security related regional initiatives, including the Inter-Regional Network of Customs Authorities and Port Control Units (IREN) and the Regional High-Risk Cargo Alert System (RECASYS), pre-arrival data exchange between UNODC-supported Port and Airport Control Units in the region. • Support customs authorities to achieve enhanced cooperation with the private sector in West and Central Asia, inter alia, by developing a regional strategy on strengthening public-private partnership. • Contribute to monitoring the project budget for the Central Asia and Pakistan segments, ensuring delivery of timely budget revisions and reporting on programme activities/expenditures. Provide support in validating the supply of equipment and other project deliveries, and monitoring the project’s expenditures. Jointly with the project staff prepare all necessary project progress reports and project implementation/delivery reports. • Train and supervise the work of local administrative and support staff assigned to the project. Identify consultancy needs, develop terms of reference for the proposed consultancies and assist in the identification, selection and recruitment of consultants. • Advise trainers, resource people, consultants, UNODC officials and experts in their preparations for participation in project activities including training. • Participate as a resource person in and/or arrange expert and policy level meetings, specialized training courses, seminars, working groups and workshops, in coordination with the UNODC programme partners, including the World Customs Organization, the International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL), the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), as well as other UNODC partner organizations. • Conduct technical visits to project sites in the start-up phase and during implementation in order to assess the efficiency of resources used. • Participate in the evaluation of the consultants’ and experts’ mission reports, as well as reports from the Government and agencies involved in the UNODC’s border management and border security related mandate areas. Organize and prepare a variety of written outputs, working papers, reports, background papers, analyses, presentations, proposals and documents, briefings, training materials, manuals, guides, toolkits, etc.. • Participate in relevant donors’ meetings as well as other fund-raising activities. • Coordinate the preparation of information materials (brochures, web-stories, posters, etc.) in support of UNODC’s border management and border security related activities; disseminate relevant UNODC materials to governments, donors, NGOs, and the general public, as appropriate. • Collect and analyze data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. • Undertake any other work-related actions, duties that may be deemed necessary for the timely implementation of UNODCs mandate and programmes in the region.

• Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of the theory and practice of law enforcement, particularly in the area of border management, international trade and commerce and the illicit use of containers for trafficking purposes, including security related law enforcement issues and challenges. Has comprehensive knowledge of UN policies, rules and regulations, as well as administrative and programmatic procedures. Has good analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Is able to apply good judgement in the context of assignments given. Has proven ability to contribute to complex technical assistance programmes, to provide advice in the substantive area and to mobilize external partners and stakeholders. Is able to plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Has ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. 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. • Planning and 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. • 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.

An advanced university (Master's degree or equivalent) in the fields of law, criminology, public administration, political science, international relations or related fields is required. A first-level university degree in the aforementioned fields in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying work experience, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Not available.

A minimum of five (5) years of relevant progressively responsible professional work experience in the area of border management, trade supply chain security or a related area is required. Work experience in project/programme management and technical assistance delivery in a relevant field at the national or international level is required. Work experience supporting the management of a law enforcement cooperation network is required. Work experience within the United Nations System or similar international organization is desirable. Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. Russian

and

Uzbek are required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult

https://languages.un.org

for details).

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Required Languages

Language

Reading

Writing

Listening

Speaking

English

UN Level III

UN Level III

UN Level III

UN Level III

Russian

UN Level II

UN Level II

UN Level II

UN Level II

Uzbek

UN Level II

UN Level II

UN Level II

UN Level II

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

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