Jobs - 55679- Project Associate (UNODC)

Project Associate (UNODC)

Location :

Abu Dhabi, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

Type of Contract :

Service Contract

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

29-Apr-15 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

SB-4

Duration of Initial Contract :

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

This position is for a project associate to provide programme/ research support within the context of implementation of UNODC's Office for the Gulf Region, that aims at supporting the Government of the UAE and other GCC countries in their efforts in the field of drug control, crime prevention and combating international organized crime. The established office seeks to improve the cooperation and coordination of UNODC operational activities in the Gulf region, strengthen cooperation and improve the effectiveness of the national agencies of the Gulf States - Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates - to prevent and combat trans-border drug trafficking and international drug-related organized crime.

This position is located in the UNODC Office for the Gulf Region. The incumbent

will report directly to the Programmes Coordinator.

Duties and Responsibilities

Summary of Key Functions:

Under the supervision of the Programmes Coordinator and the overall guidance of the UNODC Representative in the Gulf Region, the incumbent will fulfill the functions of a Project Associate, providing analytical and research backstopping to this project through undertaking the following:

1. Support the implementation of project activities for the timely and realistic achievement of project objectives, including through:

Substantive backstopping and coordination of activities envisaged under the project and provision of technical expertise;
Develops and implements, as assigned, technical assistance activities and programmes on criminal justice and crime prevention with UNODC HQ.
Develop and implement advanced crime data analysis to support the counterparts in the conduct and implementation of the Gulf Strategy.
Contribute to the overall development and implementation of the programme framework of the Gulf countries as required, particularly in the area of enhancing regional and international cooperation in combating organized crime and terrorism, including the provision of expertise, contribution to capacity building and technical assistance to the national counterparts;

Fulfill any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

2. Contribute to the preparation of various written outputs on related thematic topics, including:

Background papers, analytical notes, correspondence with governments, working papers, mission reports, mission of meeting, presentations, project proposals and ad hoc reports and support the occasional translation of short written outputs and communication from English to Arabic and vice versa on an ongoing basis .

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates commitment to UNODC mission, vision and values.
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

Functional Competencies:

Teamwork: Good interpersonal 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.

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;

Communications: 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 the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed;

Creativity: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks “outside the box”; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches.

Required Skills and Experience

Education: University degree in international relations, political science or related fields.

Experience: 6 to 8 years of relevant administrative experience is required at the national or international level. Experience with the UN is an asset. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.

Language Requirements: Fluency in English

Computer skills: Excellent computer and word processing skills.