Org. Setting and Reporting

The position is located within the UNODC Programme Office in Peru (POPER) with duty station in Lima, Peru, Regional Office for the Andean Region and the Southern Cone (ROCOL), Division for Operations (DO), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Regional Representative of ROCOL, and under the overall guidance of the Chief of the Border Management Branch (BMB).

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Responsibilities

The Senior Programme Coordinator (SDCCPO) will act as Deputy heading the Passenger and Cargo Border Team (AIRCOP/CCP) (PCBT ) in charge of coordinating the overall implementation of the PCBT (AIRCOP/CCP) programmes in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) specifically the Airport Communication Programme (AIRCOP) and the Container Control Programme (CCP). Within delegated authority, the Senior Programme Coordinator (Drug Control and Crime prevention) will also act as the Head of the UNODC Pogramme Office in Peru (POPER) and will be responsible for the following specific duties:

• Lead and direct the development, the implementation and the evaluation of the PCBT (AIRCOP/CCP) programmes in LAC.

• Oversee the work of staff, guide and coordinate the PCBT (AIRCOP/CCP) regional teams in LAC, composed of Regional and sub-regional Coordinators, National Professional Officers (NPOs), Non-Staff Personnel, Consultants, United Nations Volunteers (UNVs), etc.

• Lead the preparation and dissemination of project work plans, budgets, terms of references and other related project documentation (e.g. programme/project progress, evaluation reports etc.); supervise the review of relevant documents and reports; identify problems and issues to be addressed and propose corrective actions and ensure follow-up actions.

• Provide highly specialized expertise and advice on technical, substantive and administrative issues regarding the PCBT projects.

• Take the lead in liaising with the implementing partners (INTERPOL and the World Customs Organization (WCO)) to ensure the smooth implementation of the project, in particular with regard to their contribution in activities implemented by PCBT (AIRCOP/CCP).

• Take the lead in liaising and coordinating with the UN Office on Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) and other partners in the implementation of the UN Countering Terrorist Travel Programme, under which AIRCOP is in charge of the operational pillar.

• Develop strong partnerships, undertake negotiations and consultations and liaise on substantive issues with relevant Member States, donors, international and regional organizations and institutions, entities, governments and representations, inter-governmental organizations, private sector, non-governmental organizations, and other stakeholders, to facilitate the delivery of UNDOC technical cooperation within the framework of BMB, develop synergies, avoid duplication and overlapping of activities as well as promote and facilitate operational partnerships and collaborative undertakings; Oversee and lead the formulation and preparation of memoranda of understanding (MOU) with relevant regional and international partners authorities; review the implementation of such agreements.

• Lead, supervise and coordinate the preparation of reports for the Project Steering Committee as well as the organization of the meetings of the Committee as related to PCBT (AIRCOP/CCP) programmes.

• In coordination with the PCBT (AIRCOP/CCP) Regional teams, liaise with the national authorities regarding the creation of control units at the international airports, ports and borders covered by the projects; lead and/or participate in large and complex missions including assessment missions and conduct visits to project sites in order to assess needs, oversee implementation and assess the efficiency of resources used.

• Liaise with donors and guide the fundraising activities of the PCBT (AIRCOP/CCP)projects, including extra-budgetary voluntary contributions and building support for cost-sharing contributions from Governments and identifying other funding sources for UNODC projects and activities. Lead and participate in fund-raising missions as well as other fund-raising activities as required.

• Represent UNODC as high-level expert in regional or international technical working groups, inter-agency task forces, advocacy meetings, roundtables, workshops and other relevant meetings related to PCBT (AIRCOP/CCP).

• Supervise the preparation of and review/approve, as necessary, various written outputs such as reports to governing bodies, background papers, correspondence with counterparts, reports, working documents, mission reports, analyses, briefings, presentations, enforcement strategies, policy proposals and documents, studies and summary reports.

• Ensure full substantive and operational coordination and coherence with UNODC/BMB operations in LAC region and support the Regional Representative in promoting and contributing to regional UN partnerships and initiatives.

• Monitor developments related to organized crime, illicit trafficking (of drugs, firearms, human beings and other illicit commodities) and terrorism (with special focus on high risk passengers and Foreign Terrorist Fighters (FTF)) in the regions covered by the project.

• Oversee and direct the design, development and promotion of technical and training materials, tools and capacity building packages.

• Plan, lead and/or oversee the recruitment and integration of new staff members, consultants, interns, etc., taking into account geographical and gender balance as well as other organizational requirements and needs.

• Lead the team, taking into account their diversity, knowledge and experience, managing the development of their talents and promoting the values and behaviours promoted by the United Nations.

Act as Head of Office and perform the following responsibilities:

• In cooperation with and with the support of ROCOL, provide policy advice to the Government of Peru on the development of national capacity-building in drug control, crime prevention and criminal justice.

• Represent UNODC’s position and interests in the country and promote solid partnerships with the Government, institutions, UN entities, civil society, regional and international aid agencies and financial institutions, parliamentarians, and the media.

• Contribute towards UN-wide strategic planning and cooperation in the country, in particular with the UN Country Team (UNCT) and its working groups/task forces.

• Ensure a timely delivery and substantive and financial reporting of the UNODC programme portfolio in POPER, managing the corresponding budget and programme resources.

• Set priorities and establish work deadlines, standards, and targets, in cooperation with ROCOL.

• Supervise internationally and locally recruited staff assigned to the Programme Office in the context of the overall reporting scheme of ROCOL.

• Lead team members efforts to collect and analyze data and provide insight to identify trends or patterns for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. Ensure that everyone can discover, access, integrate and share the data they need.

• Perform other work-related duties as required.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Has knowledge of policies and practices in international drug control and crime prevention. Has solid knowledge and understanding of the mandates of UNODC and UN mandates, including supply reduction mandate areas. Has good knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to strategy development, project and staff management, fundraising, and law enforcement. Has demonstrated ability to provide innovative technical leadership by performing and/or overseeing the planning, development, and management of operations. Has demonstrated ability to negotiate and apply good judgment and to generate and communicate broad and compelling organizational direction. Is able to identify issues, analyse and manage the resolution of issues/problems. Is able to plan own work, review the work of others and manage conflicting priorities. 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.

• 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.

• Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.

• Judgment/Decision-making: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers relevant information before making a decision; considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; checks assumptions against facts; determines the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions when necessary.

Education

An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in international relations, law, business administration, management or a 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.

Work Experience

A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible professional work experience, including experience at the international level, in project/programme planning, management and monitoring at the national or international level, is required.

Work experience in one or more of the following areas is required: governance, law enforcement, investigation, police, counterterrorism, drug and/or crime prevention and control.

Work experience in counter-trafficking is desirable.

Work experience within the United Nations system or similar international organizations 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 this position, fluency in English and Spanish 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 position. The initial appointment will be for a period of one year. Extension of appointment will be subject to the availability of funds.

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.

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.

Staff members of the United Nations Secretariat must fulfil the lateral move(s) or geographical requirements as set out in ST/AI/2016/1 to be eligible to apply for this job opening. Staff members are requested to indicate all qualifying lateral or geographical move(s) in their Candidate Profile (CP) and Motivation Statement.

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.

Lima is classified as an “A” and a 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.

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.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side 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.

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No Fee

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