Result of Service

The implementation of a corruption risk mitigation plan in the Ministry of Sport is supported. Sierra Leonean stakeholder participation in one study tour and follow-up of commitments is supported. Sierra Leonean stakeholder participation in an in-person regional exchange meeting and follow-up of commitments is supported.

Work Location

Sierra Leone with travel to Kenya

Expected duration

1 August to 31 December 2026

Duties and Responsibilities

Background of the assignment: UNODC Corruption and Financial Crime Branch (CFB) has established a leading global position in delivering support to countries to prevent and combat corruption. It is the guardian of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) and it manages the UNODC Global Programme to Prevent and Combat Corruption through Effective Implementation of UNCAC in Support of Sustainable Development Goal 16. States parties to UNCAC are required by virtue of Article 9 to have “effective and efficient systems of risk management and internal control” as a means for promoting “transparency and accountability in the management of public finances”. UNODC has long-term expertise in assisting countries in the management of corruption risks, which is particularly important for countries emerging from conflict where corruption within public sector institutions may generate public frustration and erode state legitimacy at a time when it is most needed, ultimately fueling renewed conflict. Under the project “Identifying and mitigating corruption risks to strengthen peacebuilding efforts in Africa”, UNODC supports corruption risk assessment processes in public institutions in Sierra Leone, Somalia, and South Sudan by enhancing the capacity of anti-corruption authorities in the three countries to prevent, identify and respond to corruption risks. In this context, UNODC has developed a Training-of-Trainers course on the corruption risk management framework and will support the implementation of the framework in pilot public sector institutions in the three countries, ensuring the adoption of conflict and gender-sensitive approaches throughout. Purpose of the assignment: The purpose of this consultancy is to provide technical assistance to UNODC counterparts to implement the corruption risk methodology in at least one pilot public institution in Sierra Leone and support South-South learning events, through consultations, mentoring, and ongoing technical advice. Specific tasks to be performed by the consultant: Under the overall supervision of the Team Lead, Africa Anti-Corruption Hub and the direct supervision of the Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer (Anti-Corruption), and in close consultation with UNODC programme staff and consultants, the Consultant will:

Prepare, co-facilitate and follow-up on a corruption risk mitigation workshop with the Ministry of Sport, in consultation with the Anti-Corruption Commission;
Support the implementation of the corruption risk mitigation plan, ensuring that it is conflict and gender-sensitive.
Facilitate ongoing buy-in and support for the CRM process among Sierra Leonean stakeholders, including through learning from South-South cooperation events. Undertake other duties as required on the subject topics to ensure implementation of activities. Expected tangible and measurable output(s)/deliverable(s):
At least one corruption risk mitigation planning workshop held in Sierra Leone;
At least one conflict and gender-sensitive corruption risk mitigation plan endorsed by a public sector institution;
Sierra Leonean stakeholders supported to participate in South-South cooperation events (study tour and knowledge exchange); Relevant reports drafted.

Qualifications/special skills

An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in criminology, law, political sciences, sociology or related discipline 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 minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in the field of criminal justice, governance and/or anti-corruption in Sierra Leone is required. Experience in planning and producing interactive events for high level counterparts is desirable. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills are required Previous work experience with the UN or other International Organizations is desirable

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations Secretariat language is an advantage.

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.

Anti-Corruption and Peacebuilding Advisor (National Consultant)