Associate Programme Officer Vacancy-Job Ref: ACQAUNODC/2508/202362

Associate Programme Officer Vacancy-Job Ref: ACQAUNODC/2508/202362
Doha (Qatar)
JOB DESCRIPTION
Org. Setting and Reporting
This post is located in the UNODC Programme Office in the State of Qatar (POQAT), Office for the Gulf Cooperation Council Region (OGCCR), Regional Section for Africa and the Middle East (RSAME) of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Doha, State of Qatar.
The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator (Chief of Center) of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime Regional Center for Combatting Cybercrime (UNRCC) and the overall guidance of the Head of the Global Programme on Cybercrime (GPC) and the Chief of the Cybercrime and Anti-Money Laundering Section (CMLS), Organized Crime and Illicit Trafficking Branch (OCB), Division for Treaty Affairs (DTA), UNODC in Vienna, Austria. The incumbent will carry out work assignments in connection with the administrative and financial management of UNRCC operations.
Responsibilities
Within assigned authority the incumbent of the position will perform the following specific duties:
• Support the facilitation of the effective implementation of UNRCC activities.
• Contribute to coordinating and supervising the work of UNRCC administrative and support staff, including providing support in the management of their performance.
• Support the engagement across the various areas of the UNODC in relation to operational support for the implementation of activities of the UNRCC.
• Review, prepare and/or ensure timely preparation and submission of relevant project narrative and financial reports.
• Prepare a variety of written outputs that relate to the Centre’s activities, such as: invitation letters: correspondence including with governments, UN agencies, universities and organisations; training/meeting reports; briefings; and presentations.
• Participate in monitoring and identifying administrative and financial implementation risks and issues, propose corrective actions and track progress of follow-up actions.
• Review, analyse and assist in the finalization of cost estimates and budget proposals, in terms of staff and non-staff requirements of UNRCC, and coordinate with the Global Programme on Cybercrime on relevant processes, reviews and approvals.
• Support the Centre’s human resource actions, including the engagement of consultants, e.g., recruitment, placement, performance, job classification reviews, separation of staff members, staff training etc., ensuring consistency in the application of UN rules and procedures.
• Participate in coordinating and supervising the logistical arrangements for UNRCC activities, including the procurement of goods and services; organization of training, invitation of participants; and travel of staff and participants.
• Support the procurement of specialized equipment required for UNRCC activities.
• Establish and maintain regular contacts with National Authorities benefiting from the activities of the UNRCC.
• Support the implementation of the communication strategy of both the UNRCC and the UNODC Global Programme on Cybercrime.
• Contribute to the collection and analysis of data as well as identification of trends or patterns and provide draft insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.
• Perform other work-related duties to support project implementation, as required.
Competencies
Professionalism: Has demonstrable knowledge of policies, processes and procedures generally, and in particular, those related to programme/project administration, implementation and evaluation, technical cooperation, programming and budgeting. Understands the functions and organization of the work unit and of the organizational structure and respective roles of related units. Is able to work well with figures, undertake research and gather information from several sources. Demonstrates ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given and liaises appropriately with partners within and outside the UN.
Has ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. 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.
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.
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.
Education
An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, management, economics or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
A first-level university degree and no experience will be accepted for candidates who have passed the Young Professionals Programme Examination (YPP), United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P).
Work Experience
A minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in international relations, social or political affairs, finance, administration, budget, business administration or related area, OR the successful completion of the United Nations Young Professionals Programme Examination (YPP), the United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P) is required.
Work experience in project management is desirable.
Work experience with multilateral organizations and/a field environment is desirable.
Work experience with the United Nations System or similar international organization is desirable.
Work experience with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is desirable.
Work experience with SAP based applications (such as the in-house ‘Umoja’ or other) is desirable.
Work experience with standard IT software/applications (MS Word, Excel etc.) is desirable.
Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English and Arabic is required. Knowledge of another United Nations official language is an advantage.
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise and a competency-based interview.
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