Associate Programme Officer

Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Global Programme against Money Laundering, Proceeds of Crime and Financing of Terrorism (GPML) within the Cybercrime and Anti-Money Laundering Section (CMLS), Organized Crime and Illicit Trafficking Branch (OCB), 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 GPML Programme Officer (illicit Financial Flows, Anti Money-Laundering and Counter-Financing of Terrorism and the overall guidance of the Head of GPML. For more information on UNODC, please visit www.unodc.org




Responsibilities

Within assigned authority, the incumbent of the position will perform the following specific duties: • Contribute to the development of monitoring and reporting tools and methodology to enhance data collection and coordination with field teams and support reporting on GPML projects. • Facilitate knowledge management within the section and develop efficient flow for storing and using internal products. • Monitor and review best practices, methodologies and programmes related to Results Based Management. • Contribute to the development of programme strategy and outreach products such as annual report, infographics and other external communication products in French and English (including newsletters, brochures etc.) including in coordination with the monitoring focal points of other sections of OCB. • Supports regular project reporting for all GPML projects and initiatives particularly on West and Central Africa. • Monitor and analyse programme/project development and implementation. • Contribute to the planning and preparation of advocacy materials and briefing to support GPML’s visibility in French and English during the Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice (CCPCJ), the Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND), the Conference of Parties (COP) and other international forums as required. • Coordinate, prepare, review and ensure timely preparation and submission of relevant documents, briefing notes, policy inputs and reports in relation to AML/CFT/proliferation financing and illicit financial flows for GPML; identify problems and issues to be addressed and propose corrective actions; liaise with relevant parties, identify and track follow-up actions, ensuring the use of gender-inclusive language and indicators. • Assist in monitoring the expenditures and utilization of funds in the assigned areas of responsibility and in drafting parts of / or contribute to the preparation of the necessary programme or project documents and reports, such as progress reports, work plans, programme budget, funding proposals, programme performance reports. • Prepare and/or review draft programme and project concepts and documents for technical assistance in the assigned countries, regions or functional areas; review, finalize and submit to GPML management quarterly project progress reports. • Develop and maintain regular contacts with Vienna-based Permanent Missions of beneficiary and donor countries as well as facilitate regular briefings. • Contribute to the collection and analysis of data as well as identification of trends or patterns and provide draft insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. • Perform other work-related duties as required.




Competencies

• Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of concepts, practices and approaches relevant to programme development, management and implementation. Has knowledge of United Nations programmes, policies and guidelines, including financial rules and regulations, staffing rules and procedures. Has knowledge of international cooperation as well as knowledge of UNODC’s work and mandates. Demonstrates ability to contribute effectively to analytical assessment and strategy formulation in areas related to programming and technical assistance activities. Has proven conceptual, analytical and evaluative skills; has the ability to conduct independent research and analysis, identify issues, resolve problems, formulate options, arrive at conclusions and make sound recommendations. Is able to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Has ability to analyse and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Has the 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. • Creativity: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers new and different options to solve problems and meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks “outside the box”; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking and traditional approaches




Education

An advanced university degree (Master’s degree of equivalent) in law, criminology, international security, business administration, or other 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. A first-level university degree and no experience will be accepted for candidates who have passed the Young Professionals Programme Examination (YPP), United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P).




Job - Specific Qualification

Not available.




Work Experience

A minimum of two years of progressively responsible professional work experience in the area of Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice programme management OR the successful completion of the Young Professionals Programme Examination (YPP), the United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P) is required. Experience in contributing to the development of projects in the field of AML/CFT is desirable. Work experience in implementing and reporting on projects in developing countries is desirable. Experience in developing monitoring plans and knowledge management tools is desirable. Experience in developing communication and/or advocacy material is desirable. Experience within the United Nations system or similar international organisation is desirable. Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.




Languages

English and French are the working language of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in English and French 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 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. Vienna is classified as a H and 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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