National Programme Officer (Maritime Crime)

UNODC Vacancy Announcement

Post Title: National Programme Officer (Maritime Crime)

Vacancy No.: POVIE-2022-001

Duty Station: Hanoi, Vietnam

Type of Contract: Service Contract (SB-4/SC 8) Open to Vietnamese national only

Contract Duration: One year with possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance

Application deadline: Wednesday 13th April 2022 (Midnight Vietnam Time)

I. Organizational Context

The UNODC Programme Office in Viet Nam works in partnership with the Government of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam, maritime law enforcement agencies, stakeholders, donor partners and civil society to support the implementation of strategies and effective interventions to enhance the criminal justice system’s responses to a myriad of challenges. The focus of this work is guided by UNODC mandates.

Under the direct supervision of the Global Maritime Crime Programme (GMCP) Regional Programme Coordinator for Southeast Asia and the Pacific in Bangkok, and the additional supervision of the Officer in Charge of the UNODC Programme Office in Viet Nam, the incumbent will be responsible for the general management and implementation of GMCP activities in Viet Nam, in accordance with UNODC rules and regulations.

In implementing the programme, the National Programme Officer will work in close collaboration with other UNODC programme officers, financial and administrative staff, technical advisors and experts, government officials, and other relevant stakeholders. The NPO may also receive and act on requests for assistance from other UNODC initiatives having activities in Southeast Asia and the Pacific.

II. Functions / Key Results Expected

The incumbent will fulfil the following tasks;

A) Ensures implementation of programme strategies focusing on achievement of the following results:

Assist the Regional Programme Coordinator in activities related to the management, implementation and monitoring of the Programme in Viet Nam.
Provide substantive support to all Programme activities, including, organizing training activities, workshops and national and regional meetings;
Provide oversight and report to the Regional Programme Coordinator on all GMCP initiatives in Viet Nam, including the oversight of GMCP assigned staff, consultants and office/admin-related responsibilities.
Advise and support the Regional Programme Coordinator and national counterparts engaged in countering maritime crime on issues related to transnational organized crime in the region;
Provide support to the Regional Programme Coordinator in reviewing and revising the budget and draft annual budget proposals;
Identify and prioritize requirements for training activities, ensure appropriate nominations and arrangements;
Identify consultancy needs, develop terms of reference for the proposed consultancies and assist in the identification, selection and recruitment of consultants and instructors;
Support the Regional Programme Coordinator in day-to-day communication with counterparts in the region, including national and international counterparts and donors.
Assist the Regional Programme Coordinator in administrative issues; monitor equipment, supplies and expenditure;
Assist in the preparation of expert missions as required;
Act as a liaison officer between the various agencies participating in the implementation of the Programme;
Oversee the preparation of information materials (brochures, website, posters, etc.) in support of the GMCP and disseminate GMCP-related materials to governments, NGOs and the general public;
Perform other duties, as required

B) Participates in effective management of the programme focusing on quality control from formulation to implementation of the projects to achieve the following results:

Provide substantive and technical support, coordination and guidance for the development and implementation of the GMCP Programme in the region;
Provide and disseminate the programme annual work plan, quarterly work plans for implementation in consultation with stakeholders, terms of reference and the UNODC’s project related documentation;
Maintenance of shadow budgeting to ensure that budgetary limits are not exceeded in accordance with UNODC budgetary provisions;
Prepare work plans, monitoring reports (biennial and annual), background documents, mid-term evaluations and the final evaluation;
Collect documents and keep files related to the Programme implementation

III. Competencies

Teamwork:

Good inter-personal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnership and working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender.

Accountability:

Takes ownership for all responsibilities and honors commitments.
Delivers output for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost, and quality standards.
Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules.
Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments.
Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

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.

IV. Qualifications Requirements

Education: Master's degree in law, international maritime law, criminology, international relations or other relevant disciplines is required. A Bachelor’s degree in the same areas with six years of relevant professional experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Experience:

Minimum of six (6) years of work experience (or four (4) years of work experience for master’s degree holders) as a prosecutor, a senior officer in a maritime law enforcement agency/law enforcement agency, or a programme manager, is required.
Experience in managing development programmes based on results-based management and hands-on experience in programme monitoring, evaluation and reporting for documentation of programme results and impact is desirable.
Knowledge of UN/UNODC rules and procedures in relation to programme implementation, administration and reporting is desirable.
Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) is required.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in English and Vietnamese is required
Working knowledge of other UN language desirable

Other:

Good inter-personal skills;
High sense of responsibility for achievement of successful programme outputs fulfilling success criteria and donor requirements.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants should submit the following documents:

(a) Letter of interest clearly stating suitability for the position;

(b) UN Personal History Form and detailed curriculum vitae based on the criteria stated above;

Personal History Form can be downloaded from: http://www.unodc.org/southeastasiaandpacific/en/who-weare/job-opportunities.html

Please submit the application by e-mail to: unodc-roseaprecruitment@un.org.

Application deadline: Wednesday 13th April 2022 (Midnight Vietnam Time)

Note:

(a) Please clearly indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line of the email.

(b) Failure to submit supporting documents as specified in the advertisement will result in an incomplete application. Applicants who submit incomplete applications will NOT be considered.

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