Responsibilities
Within limits of assigned authority, the Programme Officer will be responsible for the following specific duties: • Serve as focal point for designated countries/UNODC Field Offices in the LAC region, in line with the UNODC Strategic Vision for Latin America and the Caribbean (2022 – 2025) and successor. • Provide policy advice and technical support and backstopping, including on office operations, management and administrative matters and Umoja-related issues, to Field Offices in the LAC region. • Contribute to the preparation of the necessary office, programme or project documents and reports, such as progress reports, work plans, budget, programme and performance reports. • Support and contribute to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programmes and projects in the LAC region, in line with the overall strategies and policies of UNODC and in full compliance with its technical and operational guidelines. • Identify problems and issues related to implementation of projects/programmes, initiate corrective actions and ensure timely follow-up actions. • Monitor financial resources, budgets, and utilization of funds in the LAC programme/project segments; programme performance reports, etc., ensuring compliance with UN financial rules and regulations and reporting requirements. • Participate in and carry out periodic assessments of the programme performance of UNODC field offices; participate in selected tripartite reviews and evaluations of programme and projects; prepare, review and assesse reports of field offices on the status of programme implementation. • Provide substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., including by proposing agenda topics, identifying participants and preparing documents and presentations. • Undertake outreach activities; conduct capacity-building workshops and seminars, as required; make presentations on implementation and progress of the projects as well as other related topics/activities. • Liaise on substantive and management issues with counterparts in UN and UNODC, both in Vienna and in the field, officials of other organizations and specialized agencies; follow up on the UNODC decisions, issues and documentation with their officials. • Liaise with Permanent Missions in Vienna on issues related to UNODC’s presence and action in Latin America and the Caribbean region.
• Contribute to the preparation of Country Profiles, briefing notes, background notes, and any other reports requested, with regards to the activities with Field Offices in the region. • Coordinate the timely drafting and submission of briefing notes, background papers, activities reports, monthly reports, and analytical outputs requested by UNODC’s senior management and related to UNODC’s presence and role in the countries covered. • Prepare/draft a variety of written outputs, such as background papers, correspondence with governments, working papers, mission reports, analyses, briefings, presentations, policy proposals and documents, regular and ad hoc reports, studies, summary reports, manuals, guides, etc. • Brief external stakeholders, including government, civil society organizations, UN agencies, and the public in general, on UNODC’s mandate, work, policies and strategies as well as carry out relevant advocacy efforts. • As requested, attend policy-making and technical meetings to liaise with counterparts and to monitor and analyze events and discussions. Liaise on substantive issues with counterparts in UN and UNODC, in Vienna, officials of other organizations and specialized agencies; follow up on UNODC decisions, issues and documentation with their officials. • 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 may be assigned.
Competencies
• Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to crime, drug and/or terrorism related issues. Has knowledge of policies and practices in international drug control and crime prevention, as well as the mandates of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. Has conceptual analytical and evaluation skills and good knowledge relevant to technical cooperation and programme/project implementation matters. Specializes in substantive and functional areas with very good research and analytical skills. Has ability to identify and contribute to the solution of problems/issues. 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. • 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. • 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.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, economics, international relations, law, political science, public administration, or 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 five years of progressively responsible professional work experience in technical cooperation, programme management and backstopping, at the international and national levels, in the areas of drug control activities, crime or terrorism prevention, law enforcement, criminal justice, security sector or other related areas, is required. Previous experience in managing/backstopping projects with the United Nations system or similar international organization is desirable. Experience with counterparts in the field, especially in the LAC region, is desirable. Experience with programme and operations policies including ERP business tools (i.e., SAP based such as Umoja) is desirable. Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.