The
United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime is a United Nations office that was
established in 1997 as the Office for Drug Control and Crime Prevention by
combining the United Nations International Drug Control Program (UNDCP) and the
Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Division in the United Nations Office at
Vienna. It is a member of the United Nations Development Group and was renamed
the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime in 2002.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: NPO – Liaison
Officer
Job
ID: 32815
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Grade:
SB5
Posting
Type: Common System
Agency:
UN Office on Drugs & Crime
Vacancy
Type: Service Contract (SC)
Practice
Area – Job Family: Management – LIAISION
Contract
Duration: 1year with possibility of extension
Background
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Under the overall guidance of the OCWAR-T Project Manager and
the direct supervision of the UNODC Nigeria Country Representative, the Liaison
Officer will support the coordination of all operational and programmatic
issues related to the implementation of the OCWAR-T project.
Duties and
Responsibilities
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Assist national counterparts in the factual implementation of
activities:
o Liaise
with the implementing partners at operational level to ensure the smooth
implementation of the project,
o Support
the administrative formalities towards the establishment and development of
Criminal Intelligence and Investigation Task Forces (CIITF) and strengthening
of existing Transnational Organized Crime Units (TCU)
o Assist
the national authorities regarding the project implementation
o Assist
in the preparation and of annual detailed work plans including estimated budget
and attribution of responsibilities;
o Assist
in the preparation of with input from UNODC Headquarters;
o Prepare
all correspondence linked to the project and follow up;
o Monitor
the implementation of the logistical aspects of all activities of the project;
o Ensure
the timely delivery of all products included in the project;
o Prepare
any substantive documents required by the implementation of the project;
o Facilitate
on-the-ground coordination between UNODC and other external partners and
stakeholders;
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Assist the UNODC OCWAR-T Regional Programme Coordinator in all
activities related to the project implementation;
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Perform any other duties as required.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
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Master’s degree in the fields of Criminology, Law, Public
Administration or equivalent Education from recognised national police, customs
or another staff learning college with specialisation in criminal justice, crime
prevention or law enforcement.
Experience:
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At least five (5) years of relevant work experience with
increasing levels of responsibilities in national and / or international law
enforcement, investigation, police, drug control, judiciaries and / or crime
prevention, including a sound knowledge of criminal intelligence processes;
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Acute sense of organisation as well as entrepreneurial and team
spirit
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Readiness to travel extensively within the ECOWAS region
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Ability to provide advice to governments on preventing and
combating illicit trafficking and the development of adequate policies
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Work experience in a United Nations field office in a developing
country is an asset
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Management experience in relevant field at the national or
international level
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Experience in the implementation of projects in partnership with
national institutions
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Strong experience in presentation and drafting skills
Competencies
Professionalism:
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Demonstrated professional competence in programme management and
implementation, ideally with a focus on criminal justice; ability to identify and
contribute to the solution of problems / issues.
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Shows pride in work and in achievements; 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.
Communication:
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Proven ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to
communicate effectively with a range of audiences, including ability to prepare
reports and make presentations in a variety of fora; ability to conduct
presentations by clearly formulating positions on issues, articulating options
concisely, conveying maximum necessary information as well as making and
defending recommendations.
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Possesses excellent drafting and communication skills.
Client Orientation:
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Considers all those to whom services are provided to be
“clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and
maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and
respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions;
monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients environment to
keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or
setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to
client.
Teamwork:
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Proven interpersonal skills and ability to establish and
maintain effective working relations with people in a multi-cultural,
multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
·
Works collaboratively with colleagues within and outside of UNODC
to achieve organizational goals; solicits inputs by genuinely valuing other
ideas and expertise; demonstrates willingness 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:
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Able to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate, and
monitor work while prioritizing competing demands; able to work on tight
deadlines; knowledge on how to develop clear goals that are consistent with
agreed strategies.
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Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning;
monitors and adjusts plans and projects as necessary; uses time efficiently.
Language:
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Fluency in oral and written English.
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Knowledge of other UN working languages (French and/or
Portuguese) is a strong asset
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Important applicant
information and Notice
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All posts in the SC categories are subject to local recruitment.
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from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and
consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP
at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and
educational requirements.
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ApplicationDeadline 10th October, 2020 (Midnight New York, USA)
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