• Assist with the development of UNODC technical assistance activities to the Government in (a) raising effectiveness of response to HIV challenges in prison settings; (b) the development of effective prevention and care strategies and; (c) reviewing and adapting national HIV/AIDS policy and implementation plans regarding HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment programmes in prison sector;
• Assist with the development of national capacity building strategies to enhance policy and programmatic development, coordination, sound monitoring and evaluation with regard to the HIV and AIDS prevention and care in the UNODC key areas;
• Contribute to the establishment of technical working groups for HIV/AIDS prevention and care in prisons and pre-trial detention facilities, involving all relevant stakeholders at the country level;
• Provide support and participate in, when necessary, meetings of technical working groups, interagency task forces, UN Theme Group on HIV/AIDS, Joint UN Team on AIDS, Common Country Assessment (CCA), United Nations Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) and other relevant fora;
• Provide support, organize and participate in advocacy meetings, round-tables, training workshops and other meetings related to specific HIV/AIDS issues;
• Analyze, research and evaluate technical reports and other relevant materials on HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment in penitentiary sector and facilitate dissemination of good practices;
• Assist with the development and reviews of programme and grant proposals and contribute to the determination of their technical soundness and appropriateness in the context of HIV/AIDS in prison settings;
• Assist with the research and initial drafting of technical reports and other documents, such as reports to headquarters, legislative bodies, governments and donors;
• Prepare, update and implement annual and quarterly work plans and progress reports; ensure timely preparation and compilation of the Programme/Project Quarterly Work Plans/Progress Reports/Budget Forecasts and its submission to the UNODC;
• Assume direct responsibility for managing the project budget in part of planning and implementation of activities related to penitentiary sector. Ensure that relevant project funds are available when needed and disbursements achieved as per the work plans;
• Develop working networks and partnerships with the governmental, non-governmental, private sector and other development organizations in the subject area; liaise with government stakeholders and other partners to ensure proper coordination and partnership in common development efforts;
• Provide through progress reporting continuous analysis of the achievements, facilitate project reviews, evaluation and audits.

• Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment in prisons and closed settings. Ability to demonstrate good research, analytical and problem-solving skills, including ability to identify and contribute to the solution of problems/issues. Knowledge of the use of various research methodologies and sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. 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.
• 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. Good communication skills to liaise negotiate and advocate with key stakeholders, including with other implementing agencies. Proven ability to draft a variety of written outputs for both general and technical audience and deliver presentations by clearly formulating positions on issues and defending recommendations.
• 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. Proven ability in working in a multidisciplinary and multi-cultural team.
• Planning & 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.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs 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.
• 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.
• Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
• Commitment to Continuous Learning: Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession; actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; shows willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to learn and improve.
• Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology. Proficiency in MS Office.

• Education: Master degree or its equivalent in public health, social science, management or in any other relevant discipline.
• Experience: A minimum of four years of professional experience including at least two years in the areas related to international development and technical cooperation programmes. Specific experience in prison related health care or HIV/AIDS programmes and familiarity with the country and the UN system would be an asset.
• Language: Fluency in written and spoken English and Ukrainian. Knowledge of Russian is an advantage.

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