Org. Setting and ReportingThis post is located in the Implementation Support Section I (ISS I), Terrorism Prevention Branch (TPB), Division for Treaty Affairs (DTA), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the relevant project manager and the overall guidance of the Chief of Section. For more information on UNODC, please visit www.unodc.org ResponsibilitiesWithin assigned authority, the incumbent will provide coordination and administrative support with the implementation of project activities within the thematic and regional areas assigned to the Section. The incumbent is responsible for undertaking the following specific duties/tasks: • Provide assistance with the organization and implementation of substantive activities of the Section, including those related to Preventing Violent Extremism activities of the Section, amongst others; • Support the development of project proposals on assigned thematic and regional areas, including organizing discussions with counterparts and donors and ensuring that each proposal is based on the stated needs of the beneficiary countries, and contributing to the preparation of project proposal narratives and budgets, including the drafting and editing. • Contribute to overall programme coordination and management of capacity building projects through support for the organizational, logistics, administrative, and financial aspects, including recruitment of consultants, procurement and budgetary matters; identify problems and issues to be addressed and recommend corrective actions; liaise with relevant parties; identify and track follow-up actions. • Assist and contribute to the drafting of relevant project reports, related fund-raising and support project monitoring and evaluation. • Provide assistance to ensuring that the work programme and the activities are carried out in coordination with other relevant entities, including UNODC regional desk, country and regional offices and other global programmes, and in liaison with relevant organizations of the United Nations system and as well as with other international/regional organizations and Member States. • Contribute to the preparation of promotional materials, various written outputs, including background papers, briefing material/notes, analytical notes, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications and, as required, official correspondence of the Section/Branch. Make presentations, as needed, on assigned topics. • Contribute to carrying out programmatic and administrative tasks necessary for the functioning of the Section, such as coordination of the preparation of the Sections’ workplans, programme monitoring and programme reporting on the work of the Section. • Contribute to the collection and analysis of data as well as 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. • Perform other work-related duties as required. Competencies• Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts, legal frameworks and approaches relevant to the prevention of violent extremism within the framework of criminal justice response to terrorism. Has good knowledge of universal instruments against terrorism and the mechanisms of international cooperation in criminal matters. Has knowledge of the mandates and activities of UNODC. Has ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Has knowledge in organizing meetings, conferences, seminars etc., including their substantive, logistic and administrative aspects. Has conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, has knowledge in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Has ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, 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. • 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. EducationAn advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law or criminal justice is required. A first-level university degree and no experience will be accepted for candidates who have passed the Young Professionals Programme Examination/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 terrorism prevention in the area of criminal justice and rule of law and prevention of violent extremism, including legal research and analysis OR the successful completion of the Young Professionals Programme Examination/the United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P) is required. Work experience in law, including legal analysis and research related to terrorism prevention is desirable. Work experience in implementing capacity building activities related to preventing violent extremism in Asia is desirable. Experience in organizing meetings, conferences, seminars etc., including their substantive, logistic and administrative aspects is desirable. Work experience within the United Nations system or other international organizations is desirable. Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is 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).