Org. Setting and ReportingThe position is located in the Programme Office in Ukraine (POUKR) with duty station in Kyiv, Ukraine, Division for Operations (DO), and is operating under the Conference Support Section (CSS) of the Organized Crime and Illicit Trafficking Branch (OCB), Division for Treaty Affairs (DTA) of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), in Vienna. The incumbent will work under the direct guidance and supervision of the Head of Office (Senior Programme Officer) heading the Programme Office in Ukraine as First Reporting Officer (FRO) and the technical and overall guidance of the Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer, Global Programme on Implementing the Organized Crime Convention, CSS/OCB/DTA, located in Vienna, as Second Reporting Officer (SRO), and the Senior Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer, Global Programme on Crimes that Affect the Environment, Border Management Branch, located in Vienna, as Additional Reporting Officer (ARO). For more information on UNODC, please visit www.unodc.org. ResponsibilitiesWithin assigned authority, and in close coordination with project staff, the Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer will carry out a range of functions in the framework of the “Global Programme on Implementing the Organized Crime Convention: from Theory to Practice”. In particular, the incumbent will be responsible for the following specific duties: • Coordinate the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of assigned activities, specifically the coordination of the project aimed at supporting Ukraine in reviewing its national strategy against organized crime and developing a new strategy, as well as efforts to address organized crime/border management specifically in the minerals sector. • Contribute to the delivery of the “Global Programme on Implementing the Organized Crime Convention: from Theory to Practice”, including by providing substantive support to Ukraine in adopting or amending legislative and other normative measures to implement the UNTOC and/or follow up on Review Mechanism observations; implementing consistent policies, strategies and plans to respond to organized crime; and building effective, accountable and inclusive institutions to prevent and counter organized crime. • Contribute to enriching and raising awareness of the SHERLOC knowledge management portal. • Maintain, coordinate and contribute to the dissemination of tools related to countering organized crime, including in relation to crimes in the minerals sector. • Support the UNODC contribution to the OECD-WCO-UNODC (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development-World Customs Organization-United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime) law enforcement network on minerals-related crimes. • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to further develop technical assistance support for Ukraine and other Member States. • Organize and conduct national workshops to review the current national strategy against organized crime, formulate objectives, sub-objectives and activities of the new strategy, and enhance cooperation in preventing and combating organized crime, particularly on the topic of whole-of-society, gender and human rights-responsive responses to organized crime, in furtherance of the core requirements and principles of the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC). • Monitor financial resources allocated to assigned project component/activities, including programme/project budget preparations, submissions, implementation, monitoring and evaluation. • Assist in liaising with relevant parties, such as ministries, international, regional and civil society organizations and other relevant stakeholders to support the dissemination and implementation of relevant tools and to mainstream gender and human rights in responses to organized crime. • Participate in and conduct field missions, including providing guidance to consultants, government officials, academics, criminal justice practitioners and other stakeholders as well as preparing mission reports and defining appropriate follow-up activities. • Coordinate with relevant UNODC sections to ensure that proper substantive expertise is provided in the implementation of the Global Programme, and provide own substantive knowledge; coordinate cooperation with other field offices and other relevant entities. • Provide technical assistance and support to national authorities, as well as other relevant stakeholders, in efforts to prevent and combat organized crime. • Research, analyse and present information gathered from diverse sources, including from needs assessments, in the field of organized crime. • Organize and prepare written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc. • Assist in policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of evaluations or other research activities, studies and contributions to publications. • Contribute to the maintenance of donor relations, including the development of project concepts, reporting and acting as a point of contact for major donors. • Contribute to fundraising in relation to organized crime and border management programmes and projects by preparing materials and participating in major donor meetings and fund-raising missions. • Attend relevant UN and government coordination meetings in Ukraine, as well as policy-making and expert group meetings, representing UNODC at national and international fora, as required. • Participate in the recruitment of personnel. • Perform other work-related duties as required. CompetenciesProfessionalism: Has knowledge of crime prevention and criminal justice issues, preferably in the area of organized crime. Has knowledge of policies and practices in crime prevention and criminal justice, as well as of the mandates of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. Has knowledge of and specialization in substantive and functional areas with very good research and analytical skills. Is able to identify issues, analyse and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Has conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research, data collection and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Is able 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. 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. 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 law, political or social science, criminal justice, international relations, or a 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. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceA minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional experience in the field of organized crime and crimes that affect the environment is required. Proven experience in the design and delivery of technical assistance related to organized crime is required. Experience with the designing and facilitation of trainings and workshops is desirable. Working experience at the international level is desirable. Experience within the United Nations System or similar international organization is desirable. Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Fluency in other United Nations official languages is an advantage. AssessmentEvaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise and a competency-based interview. Special NoticeThis is a project post. 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