Assistant Programme Officer [Temporary]

Org. Setting and Reporting

This position operates under the Global Maritime Crime Programme (GMCP) for the Indian Ocean West (IOW) Programme. It is located in the Programme Office in Somalia (POSOM), Regional Office for Eastern Africa (ROEA) in Mogadishu, Somalia. The incumbent will work under the overall guidance of the ROEA Regional Representative, the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator (Indian Ocean West) and in close coordination with the GMCP team.

For more information go to website: www.unodc.org.

Responsibilities

Within assigned authority, the Assistant Programme Officer will be responsible for the following specific tasks:

• Contribute to the planning, organization, implementation and monitoring of the UNODC GMCP support activities to enhance maritime law enforcement capabilities for interdictions and investigations in the wider Indian Ocean dealing with maritime crime matters; including assessments, course development, infrastructural and equipment support, workshops, training and mentoring, and logistical matters associated with project implementation.
• Provide assistance in managing the Maritime Law Enforcement Regional Training Team and supervise planning and execution of regional training in Somalia
• Assist in coordinating all prison activities of capacity building programme, by arranging regular coordination events and communication in national international authorities in Somalia and Kenya.

• Support assessment and review of existing maritime law enforcement and justice capabilities to counter all forms of maritime crime, including maritime terrorism, to better inform the delivery of targeted interventions.
• Assist in engaging with and building networks of national and regional counterparts as well as international partners working within the maritime domain in the wider Indian Ocean region.
• Participate in and provide assistance in organizing and coordinating workshops on prison reform.
• Draft a variety of written progress reports, mission reports, briefings/presentations, policy proposals and documents, summary reports etc.
• Provide support to the GMCP programme coordinator in view of consultative and other meetings, workshops, conferences, etc., including proposing agenda topics, identifying and proposing participants, preparing background documents and presentations, handling logistics, etc.
• Assist the GMCP programme coordinator with administrative processes related to the procurement of equipment and services in line with UN financial rules and regulations.
• Support field missions to locations in the region where GMCP carries out programme activities, including provision of substantive and administrative support, data collection, etc.
• Perform any other duties as required/assigned.

Competencies

Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to anti-corruption, especially in relation to the implementation of the UNCAC. Has knowledge of the mandates of UNODC as well as specific knowledge on the work of UNODC with civil society. Has ability to identify issues, analyse and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Has ability to assist with data collection using various methods. 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. 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.

• 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; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

• 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.

Education

An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in international relations, political science, business administration, project management or related field 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.

Work Experience

Applicants to positions at this level who have an advanced university degree in a relevant field of study are not required to have professional work experience. For applicants who have a first level university degree, two additional years of qualifying work experience is required.

A minimum of one year of professional work experience in project/programme management or administration within the area of maritime security at the international level is desirable.

Work experience in drafting publications to an academic or international organization standard is desirable.

Work experience with the United Nations system and/or similar international organization is desirable.

Work experience in facilitating participation of non-governmental organizations at intergovernmental fora is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. 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

This temporary position is currently available for a period of six 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 of 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.

Mogadishu is classified in the E category (non-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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