UNDP Jobs - 56776- International Consultant on Anti-Corruption

International Consultant on Anti-Corruption

Location :

Chisinau, MOLDOVA

Type of Contract :

Individual Contract

Starting Date :

15-Jun-2015

Application Deadline :

08-Jun-15 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

International Consultant

Duration of Initial Contract :

4 months

Languages Required :

English Russian

Expected Duration of Assignment :

35 workdays

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

The UNDP Programme “Improving the quality of Moldovan democracy through parliamentary and electoral support” aims to enhance parliamentary capacity in carrying out its core functions, thus contributing to viable democracy and open society in Moldova. The project adopts a comprehensive, long-term approach to parliamentary development including strengthening of the legislatures law-making, representation and oversight roles.

The issue of corruption constitutes a permanent concern in the Republic of Moldova. According to the Corruption Perception Index (CPI), in 2014 Moldova was ranking 105th out of 175 countries. Therefore, the public authorities, socially active groups and NGOs shall support the processes and mechanisms aimed at preventing and fighting the phenomenon of corruption. The importance that has been given to the topic is reflected by statements and reports of European Union, as well as by the documents that set out the cooperation framework with the Council of Europe, UN and other international organizations.

The Global Organization of Parliamentarians against Corruption (GOPAC) and UNDP recognize that parliamentarians play a critical role in the first global legally binding international anti-corruption instrument, The United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) implementation and fighting corruption, both in enacting appropriate laws to counter corruption and in seeing, through its committees, that these laws are enforced.

Moldova has signed the United Nations Convention against Corruption on 28 September 2004 and it has been ratified by the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova on the o1 October 2007. Being party to UNCAC, Republic of Moldova is required to align its anti-corruption policies, procedures and legislation with the measures prescribed in UNCAC articles.

In this context UNDP and GOPAC produced an Anti-corruption Assessment Tool for parliamentarians that focuses on their role in ensuring effective UNCAC implementation. In the light of the responsibilities undertaken by the Republic of Moldova under UNCAC and the EU – Republic of Moldova Association Agreement, the results of the expected expertise will strengthen the capacity of the Parliament in conducting the Anti-corruption Self-Assessment process thus evaluating its own effectiveness in combating corruption in the Republic of Moldova and in developing a plan addressing the gaps identified.

Duties and Responsibilities

The expected output for the international consultant’s assignment is to guide the anti-corruption Self-Assessment process in the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova and evaluate the effectiveness of the Parliament in combating corruption in the Republic of Moldova.

Subsequently, the international consultant, on the basis of best international practices, shall develop a Report that identifies the gaps in Parliament’s internal procedures from anti-corruption perspective.

The consultant, in collaboration with the Parliament’s designated focal point, will also elaborate an Action Plan to strengthen Parliament’s own capacity to prevent corruption, with targeted improvements in legislation, executive oversight and budgetary control.

To assure the capitalization of the recommendations, the international consultant will also develop a draft Code of Conduct for the Members of the Parliament, based on best international practices and experience of national Parliaments in Europe.

All communications and documentation related to the assignment will be in English or Romanian. The Parliament will provide consultant with working space, access to Internet, printer and telephone line. Before submission of the final report, the consultant will discuss the draft documents with the parties involved (i.e. Parliament, UNDP and other stakeholders) so that final products reflect their comments.

For detailed information on assignment, deliverables, activities, milestones, management and financial arrangements, please refer to Terms of Reference.

Competencies

Functional Competencies:

Strong analytical and drafting skills;
Ability to analyze, plan, communicate effectively orally and in writing, draft report, organize and meet expected results, adapt to different environments (cultural, economic, political and social);
Ability to engage stakeholders in anti-corruption efforts, including knowledge of informal and emerging actors as well as knowledge of cross-cutting governance and anti-corruption issues;
Computer literacy and ability to effectively use office technology equipment, IT tools.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Master's Degree in Law.

Experience:

At least 7 years of relevant professional experience in the field of governance and anti-corruption;
At least 5 years of established experience in designing and implementing anti-corruption assessments;
At least 3 years of proven experience in organizing, facilitating and conducting seminars, trainings and workshops with state institutions/agencies/organizations, on anti-corruption issue;
Previous experience in conducting anticorruption assessments in Parliaments is a strong asset;
In-depth knowledge and understanding of the United Nations Convention against Corruption and the GOPAC anticorruption assessment tool for parliamentarians;
Experience of advisory work on parliamentary development or practical experience as Member of Parliament or parliamentary staffer is a strong advantage;
Experience in comparative analysis, research, assessment on the implementation of the international legislation and policies.

Language:

Excellent writing and speaking skills in English;
Knowledge of Romanian or Russian languages will be an asset.