Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Office of the Police Adviser (OPA) of the Police Division, Office of Rule of Law and Security Institutions, Department of Peace Operations (DPO). The incumbent reports directly to the Police Adviser or his/her designate.

The overall objectives of the Police Division are to effectively direct police components in peacekeeping operations and special political missions; to strengthen the strategic direction, planning, and management of police components in peacekeeping operations; and, to work towards a shared understanding among all stakeholders on the future direction of police peacekeeping. Additional information available in https://police.un.org/en

Office of Rule of Law and Security Institutions (OROLSI) was established in 2007 to strengthen the links and coordinate the Department’s activities in the areas of police, justice and corrections, mine action and weapons/ammunition management, the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of ex-combatants and security sector reform.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Policy Coordination Officer assumes the following responsibilities:

• Develops the full range of policies, guidelines, directives and procedures related to the deployment of police to peace operations, including those policies designed to facilitate the rapid deployment of police during the start-up phase of a peace operation.
• Provides support to the Police Adviser and Deputy Police Adviser, through the Special Assistant, in relation to all aspects of his/her mandated responsibilities; provides timely, sound and appropriate strategic police advice, including political aspects with impact on police plans, to the Police Adviser and other UN officials as directed by the Police Adviser; coordinates the collection of relevant information and maintenance of situational awareness on a conflict, or potential conflict, within the Division’s areas of responsibility.
• Assist in the preparation and implementation of the detailed draft work plan for the Police Division, prepare annual work plan for the Division; and follow up on the implementation of the Work Plan.
• Prepares memoranda, notes or related issuances for submission to United Nations Departments, Agencies, Funds or Programmes, Member States, Regional Organizations or other stakeholders.
• Prepares and reviews the Office of the Police Adviser SOPs and establishes standard communication process for incoming and outgoing documents.
• Coordinates and reviews briefing material for the Police Adviser and Deputy Police Adviser; coordinates talking points for the meeting of departments’ senior staff and provides inputs to policy document of the department.
• Participate in working groups on rule of law and SSR issues to provide inputs, advice and guidance related to police matters; coordinates police inputs to Rule of Law related documents; and attends meetings related to Rule of Law and provide inputs related to policing.
• Participates in drafting principles and guidelines for the development and capacity enhancement of host-state police institutions, and the coordination of UN police, with host-state police and UN military.
• Participates in the Division’s lessons learned activities and will be responsible for preparing detailed lessons learned reports so that policy developments incorporate best practices.
• Maintains regular contact with mission-based police components and working closely with the other elements of the Office of Rule of Law and Security Institutions, as well as with the Regional Offices, Office of Military Affairs and Policy, Evaluation and Training Division of DPO, Department of Operational Support (DOS) and Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs (DPPA).
• Forges and strengths working partnerships with Member State experts on policing matters, think tanks, academic institutions, professional associations, and other international and regional organizations.

Competencies

Professionalism: In-depth knowledge of contemporary challenges facing police serving in multidimensional peace operations. Proven research, analytical and evaluative skills, ability to draft policies, directives and guidelines. Ability to conduct independent research and analysis, identify issues, formulate concepts and options, and make conclusions and recommendations Ability to produce high-quality work with limited supervision, often in unfamiliar environments. 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 the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Planning and 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 the field of police science, criminal justice, law, international security studies or other relevant field. A first-level university degree 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 professional experience at the policy level in the political, legal or criminal justice field is required.

A minimum of one year UN (or comparable International organization) experience in peacekeeping at the policy level and HQ is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Fluency in French is desirable. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

• This post is financed by the Support Account for Peace Operations for an initial period of one year. The appointment or assignment and renewal thereof are subject to availability of funds.

• 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 in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

• For this position, applicants from troop and police contributing countries who are found most suitable and recommended for selection will be given due consideration for positions in a peacekeeping operation or Headquarters support account funded position taking into account their contribution to United Nations peacekeeping, in accordance with General Assembly resolutions 66/265 and 67/287. For the latest list of troop- and police-contributing countries, visit the following website: https://peacekeeping.un.org/en/troop-and-policecontributors.

• 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.

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.

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.

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No Fee

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