Associate Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer (Gender Project) [Temporary]

Org. Setting and Reporting

The position is located in the Regional Office for West and Central Africa (ROSEN) of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Dakar, Senegal. The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator (Sahel Region) and the overall supervision of the UNODC Regional Representative for West and Central Africa (ROSEN).

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Responsibilities

The incumbent will contribute to the implementation of the UNODC Sahel Programme and, in particular, the UNODC project “Supporting the increased and meaningful participation of women in the G5 Sahel Joint Force (G5SJF/PC) Police component to facilitate community engagement”, hereafter referred as “Women Provosts of the Sahel” and contribute to developing and implementing gender projects under the Sahel Programme.

Within assigned authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following specific duties:

• Contribute to the implementation of the Women Provosts of the Sahel project workplan and necessary amendments, in coordination with the project stakeholders and the other members of the Sahel Programme.
• Provide substantive support in the conceptualization of the project’s activities.
• Provide substantive and logistical support at events, such as meetings and conferences, related to the project implementation.
• Assist in guiding UNODC personnel and consultants implementing the Women Provosts of the Sahel project, and closely liaise with the relevant UNODC country offices.
• Undertake outreach activities and participate in presentations on assigned topics/activities.
• Participate in field missions, which include provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties, and drafting of mission summaries, and other related reports.
• Coordinate activities related to substantive and financial reporting and prepare related documents/reports (such as progress reports work programme, programme budget).
• Monitor the substantive progress and results of the Women Provosts of the Sahel project activities and produce analytical reports based on monitoring data.
• Assist in drafting periodic reports, updates and advocacy materials related to the Women Provosts of the Sahel project implementation for donors and external audiences.
• Prepare/draft various written outputs, e.g. background papers, correspondence with governments, briefing notes, presentations, project proposals, regular and ad hoc reports, etc.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Competencies

Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to technical cooperation, programme/project implementation, and gender mainstreaming. Has knowledge of major international crime prevention and criminal justice issues, as well as of the UNODC mandate and policies. Has demonstrated expertise for planning and implementing technical assistance and related project management activities. Has knowledge in developing and implementing communication initiatives. Has sound judgment and good analytical and problem-solving skills. Is capable of drafting and producing high quality concept notes, reports and briefings, under time pressure. 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 the audience; and demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicit inputs by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda above 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.

Education

An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in criminal law, international law, political science, international relations, business administration or a related area is required. A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. A first-level university degree and no experience will be accepted for candidates who have passed the United Nations Young Professionals Programme Examination (YPP), the United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P).

Work Experience

A minimum of two years of professional experience at the international level in crime prevention, technical cooperation, programme management or public administration OR the successful completion of the Young Professionals Programme Examination (YPP), the United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P) is required.

Work experience in programme/project formulation, development, implementation, and monitoring is required.

Work experience in developing and/or implementing initiatives/projects on gender is required

Work experience on security/law enforcement projects is desirable.

Work experience in the United Nations system or a similar international organization is desirable.

Work experience in West Africa and/or the Sahel region is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English and French is required. Knowledge of another United Nations official language is an advantage.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise and a competency based-interview.

Special Notice

This temporary position is available for a period of nine months. Actual filling of this position and actual duration of the assignment is subject to availability of funding. If the selected candidate is an internal staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection may 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.

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.

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. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and
indicated in the application.

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.

Dakar is classified in the A category (family duty station).

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.

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No Fee

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