This position is located in the Programme Office for the Gulf Cooperation
Council Region (OGCCR), Regional Office for Middle East and North Africa
(ROMENA), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) with duty station
in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The Project Coordinator (Drug Control and
Crime Prevention) reports to the UNODC Representative for the Gulf Cooperation
Council (GCC) Region. The Project Coordinator (Drug Control and Crime
Prevention) reports to the UNODC Representative for the Gulf Cooperation
Council (GCC) Region.
For more information on UNODC, please visit: www.unodc.org
Responsibilities
The Project Coordinator (Drug Control and Crime Prevention) will coordinate
the development, implementation and monitoring of the Strategic Partnership
with the GCC Countries and the related drug control, crime prevention and
criminal justice programme portfolio, in order to best tailor UNODC's
assistance to the GCC Member States.
In consultation with the Representative and within assigned authority, the
Project Coordinator (Drug Control and Crime Prevention) will carry out the
following specific tasks:
* Support the continuous development and consolidation of the Strategic Partnership with the GCC Countries.
* Support joint efforts with host and GCC countries to coordinate and contribute to supporting regional, interregional and global drug control, crime prevention and criminal justice efforts, platforms and networks.
* Support the development and implementation of the programmatic and strategic framework of UNODC for the GCC region in areas of drug control, crime prevention and criminal justice.
* Support current and future programmatic and strategic efforts towards enhancement of forensic evidence mechanisms and standards within the framework of the Gulf Programme and relevant regional and global frameworks supported by the organization including the support of development and implementation of the current "Strategic Partnership with Abu Dhabi Police Forensic Evidence Department" together with national authorities and other international staff.
* Provide substantive contribution to the planning, management, coordination and implementation of drug control and crime prevention projects' strategies and activities as outlined in the AREU51 project document "Establishment of the UNODC Sub-Regional Office for the Gulf Cooperation Council Countries".
* Design work and action plans for the timely achievement of the drug control and crime prevention project objectives.
* Guide and orient the efforts and contributions of consultants, project personnel, and key stakeholders and counterparts involved in drug control and crime prevention projects towards the achievement of project objectives.
* Ensure effective financial management, monitoring and reporting of the project budget.
* Ensure efficient preparation and dissemination of information toolkits and training materials developed.
* Expedite and endorse submissions according to UNODC procedures and the project document, ensure timely project reviews, revisions, monitoring and completion of related reporting obligations, etc..
* Prepare terms of reference for national and international consultants/experts and identify possible candidates.
* Coordinate and guide the work of staff related to drug control and crime prevention activities recruited under the project including national and international consultants.
* Organize and implement training courses, seminars, working groups, workshops and study tours related to drug control and crime prevention activities.
* Identify needs and determine necessary actions to be taken and provide feedback on impact.
* 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.
* Perform other work-related duties as required.
Competencies
• Professionalism: Has very good knowledge of and demonstrated ability to
provide effective advice on concepts and approaches relevant to technical
cooperation assistance, programme management, drug demand reduction; sound
judgment and decision making skills. Has knowledge and understanding of
theories, concepts and approaches relevant to particular sector, functional
area or other specialized field. Has ability to identify issues, analyze and
participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Has bility to conduct data
collection using various methods. Has ability to analyze and interpret data in
support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Has
conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research
and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various
research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and
other databases. Has ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments
given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Has ability to
establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor work plans,
prioritize competing demands and work to tight deadlines. Has ability to write
in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively, including
ability to prepare reports and conduct presentations by clearly formulating
positions on issues, articulating options concisely, conveying maximum
necessary information, making and defending recommendations. 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.
* Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Education
An advanced university (Master's degree or equivalent) in the fields of law,
criminology, public administration, political science, international relations
or related fields of criminal justice, crime prevention and/or law enforcement
is required. A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination
with additional two 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 work
experience in project development and management at the national and
international levels in the areas of drug control, crime prevention and
criminal justice is required.
Work experience of programme management with the United Nations system or
similar international organizations at country/regional level is desirable.
Relevant work experience with counterparts in the field is desirable.
Work experience in Project and Grant Management in an ERP system (SAP or
similar) is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations
Secretariat. For this position, 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 which
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 will be 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.
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.
Abu Dhabi is classified in the A 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.
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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
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Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon
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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.
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