Org. Setting and Reporting

The position is located in the UNODC Programme Office in Sri Lanka (POLKA) within the Indian Ocean East team of the Global Maritime Crime Programme (GMCP), based in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Regional Office for South Asia (ROSA), 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), UNODC. The incumbent will work under the overall supervision of the ROSA Representative, and direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator of the Global Maritime Crime Programme (Indian Ocean East), in coordination with the Senior Programme Officer heading the Global Maritime Crime Programme (GMCP). For information on UNODC, visit www.unodc.org.

Responsibilities

Within assigned authority, the incumbent will provide support to the implementation of the Global Maritime Crime Programme activities in Sri Lanka and the broader Eastern Indian Ocean region. The incumbent will further ensure coordination of regional projects that encompass all beneficiary countries of GMCP’s Indian Ocean East team. The incumbent will be responsible for the following specific tasks: • Support the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of GMCP Eastern Indian Ocean team’s regional project activities, according to the approved donor agreement, project document/revisions, valid policies and financial rules and regulations, and costed work plan/s; identify bottlenecks, propose and take corrective actions in consultation with Programme Coordinator. • Ensure the timely achievement of all project results stipulated in the project documents; coordinate the work related to budget and funding (programming of cash instalments, progress reports, financial reports, etc.) and prepare related documents/reports (costed workplan, programme budget, etc.). • Monitor, on an ongoing basis, all project expenditures and utilization of funds related to activities under the GMCP Eastern Indian Ocean team’s regional project, and ensure compliance with United Nations (UN) financial rules and regulations, initiate project and/or budget revisions when required. • Prepare and disseminate costed workplans, terms of reference and other related project documentation, as and when required, in consultation with the Programme Coordinator for the Eastern Indian Ocean. 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. Identify procurement needs (goods and services) and support the full procurement cycle of the various options. • Participate in the formulation, development, implementation, coordination, backstopping and evaluation of assigned technical cooperation programmes/projects and activities; review, prepare and/or ensure timely preparation and submission of relevant documents and reports to donors and UNODC; identify problems and issues to be addressed and propose corrective actions; liaise with relevant parties, counterparts and stakeholders; identify and track follow-up actions. • Review, monitor, research and analyse social, economic and political developments and trends in maritime law enforcement at the national, regional and/or global level, on an ongoing basis. Present information gathered from diverse sources, relevant to project development and implementation related to the fight against maritime crime. Prepare/draft a variety of written outputs, such as background papers, correspondence with governments, working papers, mission reports, analyses, briefings, presentations, policy proposals and documents, regular and ad hoc reports, studies, summary reports, manuals, guides, etc. • Support needs assessments, programming and other technical missions, under the projects, to evaluate and elaborate technical assistance proposals, as well as to provide guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties. • Engage with and build networks of national and regional counterparts as well as international partners working within the maritime law enforcement domain in Sri Lanka and the wider Indian Ocean region; as requested, attends policy-making and technical meetings to liaise with counterparts and to monitor and analyze events and discussions; liaise on substantive issues with counterparts in UN and UNODC, both in Vienna and in the field, officials of other organizations and specialized agencies; follow up on UNODC decisions, issues and documentation with their officials. • Assist in the organization and/or delivery of a variety of specialized technical services for governments, e.g. workshops, table top exercises, seminars and training courses etc., in order to strengthen the capacity of states to successfully prevent and combat maritime crime. • Monitor and review best practices, methodologies and programmes in assigned areas and contribute to their promotion among Member States; pilot-test promising practices through the design and implementation of special programmes and projects; summarize experience from pilot projects. • Support the Programme Coordinator for Eastern Indian Ocean, Global Maritime Crime Programme, in identifying and implementing maximum strategic visibility for project counterparts, donors/partners and UNODC. Support UNODC and GMCP in the effective liaison with donors, development partners and other stakeholders; make project achievements known and identify areas of new assistance. • Provide support in drafting new project concepts and proposals in relation to the Office’s Global Maritime Crime Programme, specifically for South Asia, in order to diversify its portfolio (in line with the Regional Programmes, UNODC Menu of Services and UNODC strategic frameworks) for circulation with potential partners/donors. • 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, guide and coordinate the work of support staff members, project personnel; mentor and guide UNVs in their work. • Perform other work-related duties as required.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to crime issues, in particular to countering maritime crime. Has knowledge of policies and practices in international crime prevention, in particular organized crime and illicit trafficking, maritime crime, as well as the other relevant mandates of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). Has knowledge of criminal justice, law enforcement 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. Has good analytical, planning, and organizational skills. 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. • Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

Education

An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, criminology, political sciences, public administration, international relations, security studies or relevant social or political area with adequate focus on criminal justice and/or law enforcement issues, 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 five years of progressively responsible professional experience in national and/or international project management, administration or related area, preferably in crime prevention, including maritime crime prevention, law enforcement, prosecution, criminal justice, international relations or related area, is required. Experience in delivering technical assistance in the areas of criminal justice and law enforcement is required. Experience in the field of the law of the sea, maritime law enforcement or/and naval operations is required. Experience in planning, organising, conducting, and assessing capacity-building activities for maritime criminal justice practitioners is desirable. Experience in working with conflict and post-conflict countries is desirable. Working experience within the United Nations system or an 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 official United Nations 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 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. Applicants, who successfully go through a competitive recruitment process and are recommended for selection and/or inclusion in the roster of pre-approved candidates for subsequent job openings at the same level and with similar functions, may have their application information and roster status shared with other UN Organizations. Such applicants may be contacted by other UN Organizations for similar job openings, subject to the confirmation of their interest. Placement on the roster is no guarantee of a future selection. 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. 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. Colombo is classified in the C 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. 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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