Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Programme Office in Haiti (POHTI), Regional Office for Central America and the Caribbean in Panama (ROPAN), Division for Operations (DO) of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), and is based in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Anti-Corruption Programme Coordinator based in Port-au-Prince as first reporting officer, under the overall supervision of the UNODC Representative for Central America and the Caribbean (ROPAN), based in Panama City, as second reporting officer and under the additional supervision of the Head of Office, Haiti as additional reporting officer. The post will support the implementation of the project “Strengthening the Haitian Police and Justice Chain for Lawful Arrests, Evidence and Case-Building toward the Pôles Judiciaires Spécialisés” related to UNODC’s anti-corruption and criminal justice programme in Haiti, and more broadly implemented under the UNODC Regional Programme for the Caribbean, with a particular focus on the planning, coordination and delivery of training and capacity-building activities for the Haitian National Police (Police nationale d’Haïti, (PNH)) and the criminal justice chain. For more information on UNODC, please visit www.unodc.org

Responsibilities

Within assigned authority, the Programme Management Officer will be responsible for the following specific tasks: Project management, implementation, monitoring and reporting:

Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned projects and activities; prepare and update work plans, activity calendars and budgets; monitor project progress, financial resources and expenditures; identify implementation challenges and propose corrective actions; draft programme, budget and donor reports and ensure compliance with UN financial rules and regulations and with donor reporting requirements.
Coordinate the administrative, logistical and financial aspects of project delivery, including travel, procurement, consultant engagement and payments, in accordance with UN rules and regulations; prepare a range of written outputs, including concept notes, agendas, correspondence, background papers, briefings, presentations, talking points, mission reports, and ad hoc reports.
Support monitoring, evaluation and learning activities, including data collection, results measurement and lessons-learned; contribute to programme development and portfolio growth through stakeholder engagement, identification of strategic priorities and design of new programme interventions aligned with national regional and UN frameworks.
Contribute to resource mobilization efforts for UNODC's programme portfolio in Haiti through the identification and assessment of funding opportunities; conduct donor mapping and analysis; support the development of resource mobilization plans, concept notes and project proposals; maintain engagement with existing and prospective donors; and contribute to the diversification of partnerships and mobilization of financial resources in support of programme objectives. Coordination of training and capacity-building activities for the Haitian National Police and criminal justice institutions:
Plan, organize and coordinate training, training-of-trainers, mentoring and capacity-building activities for the PNH and criminal justice institutions; liaise with national counterparts to identify training needs, develop training maps, select participants; and ensure the integration of gender equality and human rights considerations.
Coordinate the work of trainers, experts and consultants, including preparation of terms of reference; development and adaptation of training materials to Haitian context, contractual and logistical arrangements and delivery of specialized equipment and tools associated with training activities.
Monitor, evaluate and document training activities, including attendance records, pre- and post-training assessments, evaluation forms and lessons learned, and prepares activity reports and inputs to donor reporting.
Participate in workshops, seminars and training courses and conduct presentations as required. Liaison, partnerships and coordination:
Establish and maintain relationships with national counterparts, in particular the PNH, the Ministry of Justice and Public Security, the prosecution and the judiciary; follow up on decisions, commitments and requests with their officials.
Liaise and coordinate with the United Nations system in Haiti on bilateral police cooperation programmes and other technical assistance providers, to ensure the complementarity of police capacity-building efforts and avoid duplication.
Participate at UNODC policy, technical and coordination meetings; promote UNODC policies and programmes; support donor consultations, briefings, field visits and strategic partnerships development to advance programme objectives and sustainability; ensure timely communication on project progress, challenges and opportunities.
Contribute to communication and visibility activities, including compliance with donor visibility requirements, event coverage, press releases and social media content, in coordination with ROPAN and UNODC Headquarters. Research, data collection and knowledge management:
Monitor and analyse developments in policing and criminal justice in Haiti and prepare briefings, updates and analytical reports.
Collect and analyze data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting
Maintain project databases, including participant records, and contribute to the documentation of good practices, lessons learned and development of technical and training materials. Other related tasks:
Support recruitment and procurement processes, including preparation of terms of reference, candidate evaluation and identification of procurement needs (goods and services).
Supervise and mentor support personnel, interns and UN Volunteers, as required .
Undertake missions, including within Haiti, in compliance with UN security rules and procedures; draft mission summaries and mission-related documents.
Perform other work-related duties as required.

Competencies

Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to project management in the context of United Nations technical assistance in crime prevention and criminal justice, including policing and anti-corruption. Has knowledge of the mandates of UNODC. Demonstrates the ability to plan, coordinate and monitor project and training activities in a complex and volatile operating environment. Has ablity to analyse and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Is able to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. 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. Has work experience and knowledge of Haiti.

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.

Education

An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in public administration, business administration, management, law, political science, international relations, criminology, social sciences or a related field is required. A first-level university degree (or equivalent) in similar fields in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

A minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional work experience in crime prevention and/or criminal justice activities, law enforcement, prosecution, criminal justice or related area relevant to UNODC’s mandate is required. Work experience in project or programme management and administration is required. Work experience with the judiciary, police or other law enforcement institutions is required. Work experience in coordinating training activities for police or other law enforcement personnel is desirable. Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

Languages

Language	Reading	Writing	Listening	Speaking
English	UN Level II	UN Level II	UN Level II	UN Level II

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise and a competency-based interview.

Special Notice

This temporary position is available for nine months. Actual filling of this position and actual duration of the assignment is subject to availability of funding. If the selected candidate is an internal staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection may be administered as a temporary assignment. While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period, will normally be at a staff member’s personal grade and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post. Payment of Special Post Allowance (SPA) to the post level may be considered after three months subject to certain conditions. Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply. Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation. Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as "retirement." Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. Port-au-Prince is classified in the E category (non-family duty station). Pursuant to section 7.11 of ST/AI/2012/2/Rev.1, candidates recruited through the young professionals programme who have not served for a minimum of two years in the position of their initial assignment are not eligible to apply to this position. Please note that pursuant to the Staff selection system policy (ST/AI/2025/2): (1) Applicants for positions in the Field Service category cannot be of the nationality of the country where the position is located, and (2) Applicants for positions in the Professional and higher categories in a mission, field operation, or resident coordinator’s office cannot be of the nationality of the country where the position is located. For currently serving staff of a United Nations Common System organization, only the UN-recognized nationality will be considered for the purposes of these restrictions.

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. All external candidates recruited in accordance with section ‎2.2 (a) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment without limitation and all external candidates recruited in accordance with section 2.2. (c) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment limited to the entity are subject to an initial probationary period of one year under a fixed-term appointment. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

Programme Management Officer (Judiciary and Police) - temporary