Drug Control Officer, P-3 DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 17 Feb 2008 ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime DUTY STATION: Vienna VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 07-Dru-UNODC-416369-R-VIENNA (G)
Priority consideration for vacancies at the P3 level will be given to internal candidates and candidates who have passed a competitive examination.
Remuneration Depending on professional background, experience and family situation, a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Responsibilities The post is located in the Precursors Control Section, Secretariat of the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB), Division of Treaty Affairs, United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. The incumbent reports to the Chief of Section. Within limits of delegated authority, the Drug Control Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
1. Monitor and analyse developments and trends in precursors control at the national, regional and global level; carry out the implementation of INCB strategies, policies and activities related to the implementation of article 12 of the 1988 Convention against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (1988 Convention);
2. Assist in the organization and delivery of a variety of services aimed at adequate government implementation of the 1988 Convention;
3. Monitor and review best practices, methodologies and programmes in precursors control and contribute to their promotion among Member States; provide explanations/advice /training to governments on provisions of the 1988 Convention related to precursors;
4. Draft a variety of written outputs, such as background documents, studies, correspondence with governments, presentations and training materials;
5. Coordinate the preparation of documents for Board sessions; draft assigned parts of INCB publications, including the Report on the implementation of article 12 of the 1988 Convention;
6. Organize, coordinate the preparation of and participate in Board missions, contribute to the drafting of mission reports and their presentation to INCB;
7. Contribute to the development and management of databases with information on various aspects of precursors control;
8. Attend precursors meetings;
9. Liaise on substantive issues with counterparts in various offices of UNODC, both in Vienna and in the field, officials of other organizations and specialized agencies, such as ICPO-Interpol and the World Customs Organization (WCO);
10. Supervise support staff members, guide consultants and associate experts;
11. Perform other duties as required.
Competencies Professionalism – Good knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to precursors control; good analytical and problem-solving skills, including ability to identify and contribute to the solution of problems/issues; knowledge and experience in the use of various research methodologies and sources, including electronic sources on the internet and databases; sound judgement.
Planning and Organizing – ability to plan own work, manage conflicting priorities and to use time efficiently; ability to organize and implement activities and outputs; ability to monitor progress against milestones and deadlines.
Creativity – ability to generate new and different options to solve problems; ability to promote and persuade others to consider new ideas.
Communication – Very good communication (spoken and written) skills, including the ability to draft policy and technical reports, studies and communications to various counterparts and to articulate ideas in a clear and concise manner.
Teamwork – Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnership and working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education Advanced university degree in international relations, law, political science, economics, statistics, public administration, or the equivalent combination of education and experience in any of the above fields.
Work Experience 5 years of professional experience, preferably including 2 years at the international level, in government or private sector positions in areas related to drug or precursors control, law enforcement, criminal justice, international relations, public administration or research.
Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, excellent knowledge of English, including excellent drafting ability is required. Knowledge of other official UN languages is an advantage.
Other Skills Knowledge of major international issues related to precursors control.
The United Nations shall place 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. (Charter of the United Nations – Chapter 3, article 8). English and French are the two working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
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PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
How to apply
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