Programme Officer (Cybercrime)

Org. Setting and Reporting

This post is located in the UNODC Regional Center for Combating Cybercrime in Qatar (hereinafter referred to as the Center) as part of the Programme Office in the State of Qatar (POQAT), Office for the Gulf Cooperation Council Region (OGCCR), Regional Section for Africa and the Middle East (RSAME), Division for Operations (DO), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator (Chief of Center), as first reporting officer, and under the overall supervision of the Programme Coordinator (Global Programme on Cybercrime), as second reporting officer, as well as in close coordination with the Cybercrime and Anti-Money Laundering Section (CMLS), Organized Crime and Illicit Trafficking Branch (OCB), Division for Treaty Affairs (DTA) and RSAME, based in Vienna. For more information on UNODC, please visit www.unodc.org

Responsibilities

Within assigned authority, the incumbent will undertake the following specific tasks: • Support establishing and maintaining close operational relationships with senior authorities and broader counterparts in the Middle East, Africa, and beyond. • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of substantive and operational developments in the areas of cybercrime, cybersecurity, cyber-diplomacy, and related trends at national, regional, and international levels. • Support the Chief of the Center guiding the work of national/international consultants/experts of the Center. • Design and delivery of capacity-building and technical assistance programmes on prevention, detection, investigation, prosecution, and adjudication of cybercrime and crimes committed by means of technology, virtual assets, darknets, online investigations, online child sexual exploitation, policy development, digital forensics, cybercrime prevention, and all related technologies. Provide technical support to project counterparts upon request. • Coordinate the organization and/or delivery of a variety of specialized technical services for the government, such as expert group meetings, training seminars, study tours, etc., to help the region achieve project objectives in the area of cybercrime and digital forensics. • Contribute to identifying, preparing and developing proposals, tools, etc., and prepare documents in collaboration with substantive Headquarters (HQ) and field offices, focusing on new forms and dimensions of transnational organized crime, especially cybercrime. • Under the guidance of the Chief of Center, Head of the Global Programme on Cybercrime and the Chief of CMLS, provide support on activities related to law enforcement in the area of cybercrime. • Coordinate and assist in procurement-related activities, including conducting needs assessment missions and setting benchmarks, preparing technical specifications and evaluation criteria, and monitoring the use of procured items. • Assist in the effective mobilization of resources for the Center, and ensure regular and timely communication with all project donors, and assist in fulfilling reporting obligations and other obligations towards the donors • Prepare, update, and maintain documentation and technical/procedure manuals. • Attend meetings, workshops and international conferences as needed and prepare reports, briefings, background information, narratives and statistical reporting as required. • Provide guidance to team members in the area of cybercrime investigation and digital forensic, as well as junior staff and consultants. • 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. • Draft accurate reports and position papers related to operational activities, and as necessary, provide inputs to UNODC management for the analysis of related development and policy issues. • Perform other work-related duties as required.

Competencies

Professionalism: Has good knowledge of policies, processes and procedures generally, and in particular, those related to programme/project administration, implementation and evaluation, technical cooperation, programming and budgeting. Has knowledge of concepts and approaches in law enforcement the area of cybercrime. Understands the functions and organization of the work unit and of the organizational structure and respective roles of related units. Is able to work well with figures, undertake research and gather information from several sources. Demonstrates ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given and liaises appropriately with partners within and outside the UN. Is able 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. 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 and 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.

Education

An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in computer science, computer forensics, information technology, programming, cybersecurity, network security or closely 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.

Job – Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

A minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional work experience in undertaking counter-cybercrime (cyber-dependent or cyber-related) law enforcement investigations is required. Work experience in teaching, designing and delivering training on cybercrime investigations and digital forensics is required. Work experience in managing investigation and digital forensic teams is required. Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable. Work experience in supporting, advising or working with national and international law enforcement agencies on cybercrime investigations and digital forensics is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English and Arabic is required. Knowing 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

Candidates for the National Professional Officer category shall be of the nationality of the country where this position is located. 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. 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.

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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