Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Narcotics Control and Estimates Section (NCES) of the Secretariat of the International Narcotics Control Board (SINCB), Division for Treaty Affairs (DTA, United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), in Vienna, Austria. The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Chief of the Section, and the overall guidance of the Secretary of the Board/Chief of SINCB.

For more information on INCB and its secretariat, please visit our website: www.incb.org.

Responsibilities

The focus of this job is to supervise and monitor the implementation of the Single Convention on Narcotics Drugs, 1961, to limit the cultivation of narcotic plants and the production, manufacture and use of narcotic drugs to medical and scientific purposes, to ensure their availability for such purposes and to prevent diversion of narcotic drugs into the illicit traffic.
Within assigned authority, the incumbent will perform the following specific duties:

• Manage, plan, organize and coordinate the operation and administration of the implementation of the system of narcotic drug requirements (estimates system); apply and interpret relevant treaty provisions; implement decisions of the Board; propose to the Board action following estimates furnished by Governments and establish estimates for the approval of the Board for non-provided data.

• Assess and evaluate, on the basis of various economic, social, morbidity, medicinal and other relevant factors, the soundness and acceptability of annual and supplementary estimates of narcotic drugs submitted by Governments for consumption, utilization, production, manufacture and stocks, as applicable, and of their plans to cultivate opium poppy for the production of opiates for medical and scientific purposes.

• Organize and support meetings of the Board’s Standing Committee on Estimates (SCE) and provide substantive support to its work.

• Support the design and implementation of the revisions to the INCB National Database System (NDS) to ensure that the installation and execution of new technologies is focused on achievement of results and compliance with treaty obligations.

• Review and prepare official correspondence to Governments and to the Board on submitted data and estimates and on decisions and/or recommendations provided by the Board.

• Provide substantive input to, research, prepare, finalize and disseminate various documents, annual statements, studies, reports, global surveys, technical publications etc. on narcotic drugs and estimates etc.

• Conduct research and consultation with experts on substantive areas of work.

• Plan, organize, coordinate and deliver a variety of specialized technical services for governments, including lectures and training to national drug control administrators and other relevant counterparts.

• Carry out technical assistance missions designed to provide advice to Governments in order to facilitate the effective functioning of national drug control administrations and enable parties to comply with their obligations under the treaties, particularly in relation to meeting reporting obligations to the Board.

• 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.

• As required, supervise support staff; mentor and guide interns and Junior Professional Officers in their work.

• Perform other work-related duties, as required.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to drug control and related issues. Has knowledge of policies and practices in international drug control, as well as the mandates of the International Narcotics Control Board. Has knowledge of and specialization in substantive and functional areas with very good research and analytical skills. Is able to identify and contribute to the solution of problems/issues. Has knowledge of various research methodologies and 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. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter including in the maintenance, operation, and development of databases and applications; 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.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in international law, international relations, social sciences, economics, health sciences or related area 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.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible professional experience at the national and international level in drug control related activities in government, international organizations, academia or the private sector particularly in relation to regulatory control is required.

At least five years of experience at the international level out of the seven years are required.

At least two years of professional experience in the control of licit activities related to narcotic drugs either at the national or international level are required.

Work experience in either planning, designing, developing or implementing computer information systems in the area of drug control either at the national or international level 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 another United Nations official language is desirable.

Assessment

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

Special Notice

This position is funded by the regular budget and is geographical. Appointment or assignment against this position is for an initial period of one year.

For this position, applicants from the following Member States, which are unrepresented or underrepresented in the UN Secretariat as of 31 December 2022, are strongly encouraged to apply: Afghanistan, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahrain, Belize, Brunei Darussalam, Cabo Verde, Central African Republic, China, Comoros, Cuba, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, Dominica, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Israel, Japan, Kiribati, Kuwait, Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Liberia, Libya, Liechtenstein, Malta, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Monaco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Norway, Oman, Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Qatar, Republic of Korea, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, South Sudan, Timor-Leste, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Vanuatu.

Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

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.

Vienna is classified in the H category (family duty station).

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.

The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.

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No Fee

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