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Job Opening
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Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer (Anti-Corruption), P3
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CRIME PREVENTION AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE OFFICER
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United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
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VIENNA
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Posting Period: |
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14 March 2016-12 April 2016
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Job Opening number: |
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16-DRU-UNODC-57061-R-VIENNA (E)
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N/A
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United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
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Org. Setting and Reporting
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The position is located in the Implementation Support Section (ISS) of the Corruption and Economic Crime Branch (CEB), Division for Treaty Affairs (DTA) of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), in Vienna. The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Chief of the Section or other Senior Officers of the Section or the Project.
For more information on UNODC, please visit our website: www.unodc.org
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Responsibilities
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Within assigned authority, the Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer (Anti-Corruption) will perform the following specific duties: •Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned programmes and projects in the area of anti-corruption and judicial/prosecutorial integrity, accountability and the prevention of opportunities for corruption. •Provide support and expertise for the coordination of policy development and training materials in the area of anti-corruption and judicial/prosecutorial integrity and accountability, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, development of national strategies, preparation of evaluations or other research activities and studies. •Design, organize and conduct meetings, training workshops and seminars; make presentations on assigned topics/activities, to facilitate opportunities for networking among judicial authorities and the sharing of experiences in accountability and preventing opportunities for corruption. •Participate in field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, governmental or judicial officials and other parties and drafting mission summaries. •Monitor and analyse the implementation of the specific components and outputs relevant to the programme and project; review relevant documents and reports; identify problems and issues to be addressed and initiate corrective actions; liaise with relevant parties; ensure follow-up actions. •Research, analyse and present information gathered from diverse sources in the field of anti-corruption and judicial/prosecutorial integrity. •Organize and prepare written outputs, e.g. policy and programmatic reports, draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications relevant to the work of the Section. •Cooperate and coordinate with field offices and other relevant entities on matters pertaining to anti-corruption and judicial/prosecutorial integrity. •Provide substantive backstopping to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations, etc. •Monitor and review best practices, methodologies and programmes in the area of anti-corruption and judicial/prosecutorial integrity. •Perform other work-related duties as required.
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Competencies
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•Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to the area of corruption and judicial/prosecutorial integrity. Has knowledge of the work of the United Nations in crime prevention and criminal justice, in particular substantive knowledge of the United Nations Convention against Corruption. Has good knowledge of the legislative aspects of preventing and combating corruption, including their international dimensions. Is able to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Has conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research, data collection and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Is able to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. 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.
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Education
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An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, preferably in international law or criminal law, social sciences 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.
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Work Experience
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A minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional experience in one or several of the following areas is required: working within or providing advisory services to anti-corruption bodies or the judiciary; investigating, prosecuting and/or adjudicating corruption cases in an anti-corruption agency; law enforcement, prosecution services or the judiciary; technical adviser on anti-corruption in international organizations or a non-governmental organization. Work experience at the international level including experience within the United Nations System or similar international organization is highly desirable.
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Languages
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English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised fluency in English, i.e. oral and written proficiency, with excellent drafting and communication skills, is required. Knowledge of another United Nations official language is highly desirable.
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Assessment
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Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
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Special Notice
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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.
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.
Vienna is classified as an H and a family duty station.
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United Nations Considerations
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Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
The United Nations shall place 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. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of inspira account-holder homepage.
Applications are pre-screened by the system according to the published requirements of the job opening on the basis of the information provided in the application. In relation to the requirements of the job opening, applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their qualifications, including their education, work experience, and language skills. Each applicant must bear in mind that submission of incomplete or inaccurate applications may render that applicant ineligible for consideration for the job opening. Initial screening and evaluation of applications will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted. Applications cannot be amended following submission. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at midnight (New York time) on the deadline date.
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No Fee
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THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
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