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• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
• Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNODC;
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;

• Master’s degree or equivalent in law, political or social science, criminal justice, criminology, international relations, or public administration 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.

• Eight years of relevant professional experience in programme/project development, implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation, donor reporting and capacity building.
• Experience in the field of crime prevention and criminal justice and / or prison reform is a strong asset.
• Experience in drafting, editing and producing written proposals and results-focused reports is an advantage.
• Experience coordinating and liaising government agencies, civil society, international organizations and/or donors is an asset.
• Knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages; experience in handling web-based management systems are desirable.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

• Excellent written and oral English and Russian language skills are required.
• Fluency in Kazakh is highly desirable.

Important applicant information

All posts in the SC categories are subject to local recruitment.

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Contract Duration: One year with possible extension (subject to funds availability and performance evaluation)