Org. Setting and ReportingThis temporary position is located in the Crime and Justice team, under projects related to Asset Recovery (AR) and Illicit Financial Flows (IFFs) of the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI) in Brussels, Belgium. The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Senior Legal Officer. The Crime and Justice unit, through its Brussels Office, is at the forefront of research and dissemination of best practices and recommendations to combat illicit financial flows. Focused on the damage caused by unchecked IFFs, the team in Brussels emphasizes the importance of strengthening cross-border relationships and providing essential support and expertise. By aiding in the design and implementation of more effective responses to IFFs, the team plays a crucial role in assisting countries in weakening the influence of organized crime and directing recovered assets towards high-priority development needs. For more information on UNICRI, please visit the website: www.unicri.org ResponsibilitiesWithin assigned authority, the Associate Programme Officer will assist the team in the implementation of the following specific duties: • Assist in providing substantive support to projects related to AR and IFFs, more specifically by participating in the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned projects; review relevant documents and reports; liaise with relevant parties and stakeholders, identify problems and issues to be addressed and propose corrective actions; • Provide substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, regional workshops (and other training activities) on dissemination of modern and best practices on asset recovery (including accelerated mechanisms, such as civil confiscation); including preparation of agendas, identification of participants and training providers, preparation of documents, facilitation and coordination with experts; • Provide support in monitoring financial resources allocated to assigned project components/activities including expenditures and funds utilization; • Participate in field missions, and assist with, inter alia, providing technical assistance to government officials, asset recovery practitioners and other stakeholders, including on actual pending cases, as well as preparing mission reports and defining appropriate follow-up activities; • Coordinate with relevant UNICRI sections, including Headquarters, to ensure compliance with internal protocols and smooth project implementation; • Provide support with particular emphasis on engaging local and national stakeholders to collect inputs on national priorities and needs in the field of combating financial crimes linked to organized crime and corruption, and provide advice on matters related to research, monitoring, and coordination of field activities addressing illicit financial flows resulting from organized crime; • Provide support with grants management encompassing activities planning, coordination of implementing partners, and ensuring precise reporting (narrative and financial) to donors, with a specific focus on the European Commission; • Foster and maintain positive working relationships with international organizations addressing illicit financial flows, money laundering, corruption, and asset recovery; collaborate with both international and national institutions on country-specific initiatives and informational resources related to illicit financial flows, with a particular focus on supporting the justice and rule of law sectors. Establish and sustain close dialogue with other organizations engaged in efforts to curb illicit financial flows and enhance tracing, seizure, and confiscation of illicitly-acquired assets; • 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; • Provide supervision, guidance and coordination of non-staff personnel, ensuring tasks align with project objectives, quality standards, and deadlines, in close coordination with the Senior Legal Officer; • Perform other work-related duties upon request. CompetenciesProfessionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to addressing illicit financial flows, corruption, effective mutual legal and other cross-border assistance, penal and non-penal forms of seizure and confiscation of illicitly-acquired assets. Has ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Has ability to conduct 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. Has ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Has ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. 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. Is able to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. 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. 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. EducationAn advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in international relations, political science, economics or another related field is required. A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with an additional two 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). Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceA minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in the field of countering organized crime, particularly to income-generating crime or related criminal justice matters, 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 on the specific issues of asset recovery, anti-corruption, anti-money laundering and illicit financial flows is desirable. Work experience with the issue of asset recovery and its relevant legal frameworks in the EU Southern Neighborhood and EU Eastern Partnership Countries region is desirable. Work experience with penal and non-penal mechanisms to recover assets is desirable. Work experience with relevant organizations and key stakeholders involved in anti-money laundering, anti-corruption, and illicit financial flows, is desirable. Work experience in project/programme implementation including budgeting and reporting is desirable. Work experience within the United Nations system or similar international organizations is desirable. Work experience with the EU agreements’ conditions for reporting and, where needed, auditing purposes is desirable. Work experience with the EU Operational System (OPSYS) is desirable. Experience in analysis of data or evidence or related area is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. 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