Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the UNODC Programme Office in Maldives (POMDV) with duty station in Male, Maldives, within the Global Maritime Crime Programme (GMCP) – Indian Ocean East (IOE) Project, Regional Office for South Asia (ROSA), Division for Operations (DO), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The Global Maritime Crime Programme (GMCP) operates under the Border Management Branch (BMB), Division for Operations (DO). The Programme Officer (Global Maritime Crime Programme) will work under the overall guidance of the UNODC Regional Representative for South Asia (ROSA) and the direct supervision of the GMCP Programme Coordinator (Indian Ocean East) and in close coordination with the Programme Officer (Terrorism Prevention) located in POMDV.

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Responsibilities

The incumbent will contribute to the implementation, monitoring and evaluation and overall project management to the GMCP Indian Ocean East project portfolio in Maldives. Within assigned authority, the Programme Officer will be responsible for the following specific duties:
• Support the GMCP Maldives team in the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned projects; monitor project implementation; identify problems and propose corrective actions; liaise with relevant national counterparts; identify and track follow-up actions in consultation with the GMCP IOE Management.
• Review and edit relevant documents and reports, including project proposals, terms of reference for recruitments and/or procurement, concept notes, meeting minutes, agendas, presentations, and inputs for publications, in accordance with United Nations and donor specific visibility regulations.
• Keep constant communication with donors and other United Nations programmes in the country on project implementation for an impactful delivery of activities in line with the needs of the government.
• Carry out basic research on selected local aspects of programmes, operations and other activities, etc., to include collecting, analysing and presenting data and other information gathered from diverse sources.
• 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.
• Ensure that requirements, background information used for data analysis are documented.
• Provide substantive support for policy coordination and evaluation functions, including the review and analysis of emerging issues and trends, participation in evaluations or research activities and studies.
• Provide support in survey initiatives; assist with the design of data collection tools; issue data collection tools, reviews, analyses and interpretation of responses, identify problems/issues and prepare preliminary conclusions in consultation with the supervisor.
• Provide substantive support and input to internal and external communication of the Indian Ocean East Team in terms of presenting and publishing communication on delivered activities, liaising with external partners on implementation of activities, as well as managing communication internally within the team.
• Provide technical and substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., to include identifying and proposing participants, preparation of background documents and presentations, coordinating logistics, etc.
• Participate in field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties, as well as substantive and administrative support, data collection, draft reports, ensure follow up actions for the successful delivery of projects’ activities.
• Provide support to the preparation of related documents/reports (pledging, work plan, programme budget, etc.).
• Engage with and build networks of national experts, advisers, processes, and mechanisms which are concerned with maritime crime in the Indian Ocean.
• Support field missions including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and draft mission reports, and ensure follow-up action.
• Prepare and disseminate costed workplans, terms of reference and other related project documentation, as and when required, in consultation with GMCP management as well as IOE management.
• Maintain close working relationships with relevant administrative and project counterparts in order to facilitate meeting of work plan, travel plan and procurement plan deadlines for delivery.
• Perform other work-related duties as required.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Has knowledge of internal policies, processes and procedures generally and in particular those related to programme/project administration, implementation and evaluation, technical cooperation, programming and budgeting. Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts, and approaches of the relevant aspects in maritime crime. Has understanding of the functions and organization of the work unit and of the organizational structure and respective roles of related units. Is able to work well with figures, undertake basic research and gather information from standard sources. Has demonstrated ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given. 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; 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.

• 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.

• 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

An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, criminology, conflict resolution, security, law enforcement studies or other relevant 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 five years of progressively responsible professional experience in project/programme management or administration within the area of rule of law and criminal justice at national and regional level is required.

Work experience in the area of maritime security and/or maritime affairs is desirable.

Work experience with maritime crime and transnational organized crime policies and practices or related areas relevant to the mandates of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime is desirable.

Work experience in communicating and liaising with government institutions in relation to capacity building initiatives (workshops, training programmes, conferences, etc.) is desirable.

Work experience within the United Nations system or similar international organization 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 an advantage.

Assessment

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

Special Notice

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.

Candidates for the National Professional Officer category shall be of the nationality of the country where this position is located.

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.

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Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process.

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No Fee

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