Jobs - 95681- National Programme Officer/AML-CFT

National Programme Officer/AML-CFT

Location :

Dakar, SENEGAL

Type of Contract :

FTA Local

Starting Date :

01-Feb-2021

Application Deadline :

17-Dec-20 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

NO-B

Duration of Initial Contract :

1 year–renewable subject to performance and funding availability

Languages Required :

English French

Expected Duration of Assignment :

1 year–renewable subject to performance and funding availability

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 United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)’s Global Programme against Money Laundering, Proceeds of Crime and the Financing of Terrorism (GPML) assists Member States in implementing the various anti money laundering and counter financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) provisions contained in several United Nations Conventions, Security Council Resolutions and other international AML/CFT requirements.

GPML’s primary goal is to assist Member States via their legal, financial, law enforcement and judicial authorities in developing effective and comprehensive domestic AML/CFT legal and regulatory frameworks, as well as the institutional infrastructures and practitioner skills needed to implement them. GPML is further committed to promoting national, regional and international coordination/cooperation on issues concerning money laundering and terrorist financing.

GPML fulfils its mandate principally through technical cooperation and capacity building for requesting Member States, the provision of in-depth training to national administrations and private sector actors dealing with AML/CFT issues, and the development and sharing of AML/CFT information resources, good practices and databases.

In view of the need for assistance expressed by West African countries, GPML is expanding its activities in the region. Important for this context is the need to closely coordinate with domestic agencies as well as with technical partners such as the Inter-Governmental Action Group against Money Laundering in West Africa (GIABA) and the donor community.

Direct Supervision by: the overall supervision of the Regional Representative, for West and Central Africa, and the substantive guidance of the Regional advisor on money laundering and financing of terrorism, based in Dakar.

Duties and Responsibilities

The National Programme Officer will provide substantive, organizational and coordination support for the implementation of GMPL’s AML/CFT technical assistance in Senegal. The incumbent will globally provide expertise and coordination to implement the GPML’s in the area of money laundering and terrorist financing in West Africa.

The National Programme Officer will carry out the following tasks:

Formulate, analyse, plan, implement and report on technical assistance activities at the national, sub-regional and regional level, in accordance with the UNODC/GPML overall programme strategy and as integral element of UNODC’s country specific and regional programmes;
Provide substantive and strategic oversight of planning, budgeting, implementing and monitoring of the project in Senegal. Accordingly, organize monthly and or quarterly work planning and progress reviews;
Ensure timely preparation of progress reports of the Senegal’s project and submission to the donor;
Participate in and contribute to the conduct of technical assistance activities to requesting countries and undertake substantive, organizational and coordination arrangements for them;
Conduct the drafting and translation of relevant documents such as project proposal for donor countries, progress reports, etc.;
Provide support to the technical cooperation activities with relevant international, regional and national institutions and organizations active in the field; in this context contribute to maintaining close contacts with national counterparts and United Nations and entities;
Undertake any other tasks as required.

Impact of Results:

The key results have an impact on the success of UNODC global programme within specific areas of technical assistance on AML/CFT. In particular, the key results have an impact on the design, operation and programming of activities, creation of strategic partnerships as well as reaching resource mobilization targets.

Competencies

Professionalism:

Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to money laundering and terrorism financing issues;

Knowledge of international standards, policies and practices in money laundering and financing of terrorism, especially their legal and criminal justice dimensions, as well as the mandates of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime;

Ability to identify and contribute to the solution of problems/issues;

Good research and analytical skills, with knowledge of various research methodologies and sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases;

Excellent project implementation coordination and related document drafting skills;

Strong presentation skills.

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 & Organizing:

Ability to develops clear objectives in accordance with agreed upon strategies; to identify tasks and activities that have to be dealt with as a matter of priority; to adjust priorities if required; to allocate appropriate time and resources to completing tasks; to anticipate risks and to adopt corrective measures in the course of planning and executing activities; to use time in an effective manner.

Client Orientation:

Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with all relevant stakeholders in West and Central Africa, identifies clearly their needs to develop and implement legal, policy and other responses, ensures continuous dialogue with the stakeholders monitoring the relevant developments and undertaking the necessary adjustments; meets timeline for delivery of technical assistance and other services and products.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, preferably with specialization in international law or criminal law is required or other related academic background. A first-level university degree (Bachelor/License) in similar fields in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Specialization in criminal issues is an asset; 5 years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

Experience:

A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience in legal and related area.

Experience in technical assistance programmes and management of project is an asset.

Good knowledge of money laundering and terrorist financing is an asset.

Familiarity with regional dimensions pertaining to West and Central Africa;

Knowledge of the work of the United Nations Office on drugs and crime is desirable;

Knowledge of UN system and its Administration and Finance rules is also desirable.

Language Requirements:

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised fluency in English and French, i.e. oral and written proficiency, with excellent document drafting skills, is required.