Conduct and Discipline Officer

Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located in the Conduct and Discipline Service (CDS), in the Administrative Law Division (ALD) of the Office of Human Resources (OHR) in the Department of Management Strategy, Policies and Compliance (DMSPC). The Disciplinary Officer reports to the Chief of the Conduct and Discipline Service. The Division is in charge of the implementation of the United Nations (UN) standards of conduct for all categories of personnel across the UN Secretariat. ALD provides strategic and legal advice on internal justice matters and represent the Secretary-General before the United Nations Dispute Tribunal. ALD handles disciplinary matters relating to Secretariat staff members, oversees and coordinates efforts and actions to prevent and respond to unsatisfactory conduct, and works to empower and support UN Secretariat managers in the exercise of their responsibilities to address conduct and discipline matters. ResponsibilitiesWithin delegated authority, the Disciplinary Officer will be responsible for the following duties: - Monitors, analyzes and reviews investigation reports, Board of Inquiry reports and Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) reports and recommends appropriate action in personnel disciplinary cases; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and initiates corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; ensures follow-up actions. - Participates in planning and facilitating workshops, and delivery or presentation of training modules for Department of Peace Operations (DPO), the Department of Management Strategy, Policies and Compliance (DMSPC) and Department of Peacebuilding and Political Affairs (DPPA). - Researches, analyzes and presents information gathered from diverse sources. - Coordinates policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, in the area of conduct and discipline, particularly sexual exploitation and abuse. - Monitors for consistency in the application of DPO/DMSPC policies, procedures and guidelines relating to field missions’ personnel. - Organizes and prepares written outputs, e.g., draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc. - Provides substantive backstopping, advice, support and guidance to the Chief, CDU, the Senior Policy Advisor, relevant managers at headquarters and the conduct officers and managers in field missions on issues related to conduct and discipline matters with regard to personnel serving in field missions. - Assists in coordination of outreach activities, training workshops, seminars, etc. on the implementation of awareness programmes on UN standards of conduct. - Leads and/or participates in large, complex field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials, field mission personnel and other parties; Drafts inputs on issues related to conduct and discipline for reports to the General Assembly. - Performs other duties as required. CompetenciesProfessionalism: Ability to review and comment on legal documents and policies as well as interpret UN rules and regulations, international conventions, treaties and laws in the context of handling misconduct by personnel serving in field missions. Knowledge of UN rules and regulations and its application in the disciplinary process for personnel serving in field missions. Knowledge of the challenges of conduct and discipline issues in peacekeeping. Ability to exercise sound judgment, initiative and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive material. Ability to assist in generating and communicating organizational direction and introduce and emphasize UN policies and practices. 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 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. 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. EducationAdvanced level university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceA minimum of seven years of progressively relevant experience in law, project or programme management or human resources is required. Experience in administration of justice systems at national or international levels is required. Experience in analyzing problems relating to conduct and discipline matters is required. Experience in analyzing and reviewing investigation reports as well as in providing recommendations and formulating policies in law or conduct and discipline for peacekeeping personnel of an international organization is desirable. Experience in or in support of field missions, particularly in complex emergencies or post conflict environments, is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French is desirable. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage. AssessmentEvaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview. Special NoticeThis position is temporarily available until 31 December 2025 with a possibility of extension subject to budgetary approval and availability of position. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will 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 and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post. Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station. This temporary job opening may be limited to “internal candidates,” who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15. 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