Org. Setting and Reporting

This post is located in the Programme Office in the Republic of Uganda (POUGA), in Kampala, which falls under the management of the Regional Office for Eastern Africa (ROEA), Division for Operations (DO), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) based in Nairobi, Kenya. Under the overall guidance of the UNODC Regional Representative of the Regional Office for Eastern Africa (ROEA), the incumbent will report to the UNODC Programme Coordinator of the “Combating Deforestation and Forest Degradation in Uganda through the Criminal Justice System” Project (hereinafter referred to as Forestry Project), based in Kampala, the latter being the incumbent’s primary contact point for substantive guidance. The incumbent will work in close collaboration with the Global Programme on Crimes that affect the Environment (GPCAE) within the scope of the UNODC Regional Programme for Eastern Africa and UNODC’s Strategic Vision for Africa 2030. For more information on UNODC, please visit the website: www.unodc.org

Responsibilities

The incumbent will be responsible for contributing to providing substantive and technical advice in the area of programme management, implementation, reporting, monitoring and evaluation in conformity with UN rules and regulation, and policies for the implementation of the Forestry Project in Uganda. The incumbent will work closely with national authorities to provide advice and technical assistance to build capacity of national agencies and to support the effective implementation of the Law Enforcement Component under the Forestry Project. Specifically, she/he will provide training and mentoring advice and support capacity building, in accordance with applicable national laws. Within assigned authority, the incumbent will perform the following specific duties: • Contribute to managing and providing substantive guidance and support to the planning, coordination and implementation of the Forestry Project in Uganda. • Assist in organizing and leading needs assessments, programming and other technical missions, where necessary, to evaluate and elaborate technical assistance proposals with cooperating governments, international funding institutions (IFIs), UN agencies, non-governmental and/or civil society organizations (NGOs/CSOs). • Contribute to the collection and analysis of data and 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. • Document requirements and background information used for data analysis. • Provide guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties; draft mission summaries and mission-related documents. • Contribute to the development of project documents required for the implementation of the Forestry Project in Uganda, including project descriptions, work plans and budgets; • Prepare periodic progress reports on UNODC activities and provide support in the evaluation of progress made by on-going projects; • Provide substantive input in the negotiations related to the Forestry Project, including the Project Steering Committee, and the periodic revisions with the Government authorities, representatives of bilateral assistance agencies and regional organizations; • Participate in the preparation of regular correspondence with UNODC Headquarters, Regional Office, and Government authorities on programme and projects implementation; • Provide substantive support in the design and development of relevant technical and training materials, tools and capacity building packages for law enforcement. • Contribute to the organisation and delivery of technical assistance and capacity building activities with law enforcement authorities and the private sector in Uganda. • Participate in the recruitment for the programme; draft terms of references, prepare short-lists, prepare written and oral questions; assist in guiding programme personnel towards the achievement of the programme’s objectives. • Coordinate activities related to budget funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and preparation of related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget, etc.) • Ensure that operations, finance management, procurements, logistics, liaison and communication activities assigned to the programme are conducted according to UNODC standards and procedures. • In collaboration with executing agencies, provide substantive guidance on the overall monitoring and evaluation in the process of the implementation of the Forestry Project’s logical framework and related targets at both activity and output levels. • Draft parts of or contribute to the preparation of the necessary programme, project and budget documents and reports, such as progress reports, work plans, programme budget, programme performance reports, etc., ensuring compliance with UN financial rules and regulations and reporting requirements. • Monitor and review best practices, methodologies and programmes in assigned areas and contribute to their promotion in Uganda. • Manage the dissemination of information about results and ‘lessons learned’ of continuous monitoring exercises. • In collaboration with UNODC programme staff, provide substantive guidance in collecting, analyzing and disseminating the results of evaluations and assist in ensuring that ‘lessons learned’ are incorporated into the design of future UNODC initiatives. • Participate, with delegated authority, in UN system-wide activities within the Resident Coordinator System. Such activities include but are not limited to the Common Country Assessment (CCA), United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF), and theme groups. • Maintain a continuous flow of information with representatives of the Government, multilateral and bilateral donor Agencies and local Government to ensure proper coordination of project formulation, implementation, evaluation and follow-up. • Perform other work-related duties as required.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Has good knowledge and understanding of concepts, practices and approaches relevant to criminal justice, law enforcement, environmental crime, illicit trafficking and other related issues. Has a foundational understanding of Uganda’s criminal justice system. Has good project management skills, preferably including the implementation of projects in the UN or other international organizations and the preparation of narrative and financial project documents. Has proven ability to contribute to complex technical assistance programmes, to provide expert advice in the substantive area, deliver presentations and training and mobilize external partners and stakeholders. Has knowledge of UN policies, rules and regulations, guidelines and procedures. Has sound judgment and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify and contribute to the solution of problems/issues and to address sensitive issues in a diplomatic manner. Has a broad understanding of the situation in developing, transitional or post-conflict countries. Has good training skills including the delivery and/or organization of workshops or training courses. Is able to analyze expeditiously extensive substantive documentation and prepare comprehensive reports, summaries and policy briefs. Is able 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. • 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.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, political science, social science, international relations, 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.

Job – Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

A minimum of two years of progressively responsible professional work experience in law enforcement, crime prevention and criminal justice matters is required. Experience in providing advice, mentoring, training, or providing operational support to criminal justice officials on issues pertaining to organized and serious crime, environmental crime, and international cooperation in criminal matters, is desirable. Experience formulating, monitoring or evaluating projects/programmes in development activities is desirable. Experience in project management and implementation is desirable. Experience working on projects related to crimes that affect the environment is desirable. Work experience in the United Nations system or in a similar international organization is desirable. Experience applying United Nations standards and norms in the field of crime prevention and criminal justice, is desirable. Relevant working experience with the local criminal justice system is desirable. Experience in data analytics or related area 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 other United Nations official languages is an advantage.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise and a competency-based interview.

Special Notice

Candidates for the National Professional Officer category shall be of the nationality of the country where this position is located. This is a project post. Filling of this position is subject to funding availability and the initial appointment will be for a period of one year. Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds. 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.

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. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

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