Position description
The position is located in the Office of the Director-General/Executive Director (ODG/OED) of the United Nations Office at Vienna/United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNOV/UNODC) in Vienna, Austria. Under the overall guidance of the Chief of ODG/OED and Strategy Advisor to the Executive Director, the incumbent reports to the Programme Coordinator (Gender) as first reporting officer and to the Policy Coordination Officer as second reporting officer.
Responsibilities
Within assigned authority, and within the framework of the Global Programme on Gender Equality and Empowerment of Women in UNODC and UNOV (hereinafter referred to as the Global Programme on Gender), and with the objective to ensure that UNODC and UNOV achieve gender equality, the incumbent will be responsible for the following specific duties:
- Support the overall implementation of the Global Programme on Gender; provide substantive support to the development and implementation of specific components of the programme; provide substantive and technical input for the formulation, implementation and assessment of project activities; prepare and contribute to project budget and reports; liaise with donors and other stakeholders on resource mobilization; establish and maintain strategic partnerships with relevant stakeholders including in Member States, civil society organizations, private sector and academia; cooperate and coordinate closely with headquarters and field offices, as required, support the setting up and coordination of the network of gender focal points.
- Support the implementation and progress monitoring of the Gender Equality Strategy and Action Plan for UNODC and UNOV (hereinafter referred to as the Gender Equality Strategy), in close cooperation with UNODC and all relevant Divisions of UNOV, UNIS, and in consultation with the Gender Strategy Focal Points and Gender Focal Points.
- Coordinate the institutional UN-SWAP reporting and periodic reporting on the implementation progress of the Global Programme on Gender to the relevant management structures and Member States bodies, as required.
- Contribute substantively to the development and sharing of knowledge, good practices and tools on gender issues related to UNODC’s mandates with a view to integrating a gender equality perspective in UNODC’s work areas—both internally and externally, in line with the Gender Equality Strategy commitments. Support the development and implementation of an internal coordination mechanism for gender equality related activities.
- Support the elaboration of a training plan, training methodologies, developing capacity building both online and in person, tailored to the needs of the staff, develop training for national counterparts. Develop materials and tools and as appropriate, training and awareness activities that build the capacity of UNODC and UNOV staff; organise food-for-thought sessions for staff.
- Contribute to efforts of the Human Resources Management Section (HRMS) to promote and achieve gender parity and geographical representation, in line with the recommendations outlined in the UN System-wide Strategy on Gender Parity and the Gender Equality Strategy commitments.
- Participate in inter-agency work and activities related to gender equality and empowerment of women; attend and contribute to relevant gender related international meetings and conferences.
- Contribute to internal and external communication and advocacy activities of UNODC and UNOV gender-related work; in line with the Gender Equality Strategy commitments.
- Prepare and contribute to a variety of written outputs that relate to gender issues as they pertain to the work to UNODC and UNOV, such as background papers, progress reports, analytical papers, briefings and presentations.
- 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 knowledge of the United Nations system, as well as of the functions and mandates of UNOV and UNODC. Has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of gender related issues. Demonstrates analytical, conceptual, drafting and coordination skills. Has ability to synthesize detailed information, identify and incorporate cutting – edge approaches into the work. Is able to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Qualifications
Education
- An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in political science, public policy and management, international relations, sociology, social science or related fields is required. A first level university degree 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 experience in policy-level analysis and coordination, project or programme management or related field is required.
- Work experience associated to gender equality is required.
- Work experience in an international organisation in a policy support and coordination function is desirable.
- Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.
Languages
- English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another United Nations official language is an advantage.
Application instructions
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