PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT OFFICER

Org. Setting and ReportingOrganizational Setting and Reporting Relationships: This position is in the Special Projects Section of the Special Projects and Innovation Branch (SPIB) of the Office of Counter-Terrorism (OCT) in New York. The Programme Management Officer (P4) will respond to the Chief of the Special Projects and Innovation Branch (SPIB). The United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) was established by the General Assembly in June 2017. The Office has five main functions: (a) provide leadership on the General Assembly counter-terrorism mandates across the United Nations System; (b) enhance coordination and coherence across the Global Counter-Terrorism Coordination Compact entities to ensure the balanced implementation of the four pillars of the Strategy; (c) strengthen the delivery of United Nations counter-terrorism capacity-building assistance to Member States; (d) improve visibility, advocacy and resource mobilization for United Nations counter-terrorism efforts; and (e) ensure that due priority is given to counter-terrorism across the United Nations System and that the important work on preventing violent extremism is firmly rooted in the Strategy. The Programme Management Officer will be responsible for the Global Counter-Terrorism Programme on Autonomous and Remotely Operated Systems (“AROS Programme”), which is led by the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT)’s Special Projects and Innovation Branch (SPIB). The AROS Programme provides innovative capacity-building assistance to requesting Member States in efforts to prevent and counter terrorism, including to: • Raise awareness of and promote the exchange of good practices and guidance related to autonomous and/or remotely operated systems. • Enhance Member States' capacity to counter terrorist threats related to autonomous and/or remotely operated systems. • Enhance Member States' capacity to use autonomous and/or remotely operated systems, including unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and Unmanned Underwater Systems (UUS), for non-lethal/non-kinetic human rights-compliant purposes and their preparedness to mitigate threats posed by autonomous and/or remotely operated systems. ResponsibilitiesWithin delegated authority, the Programme Management Officer will be responsible for the following duties: • Develops, implements and evaluates assigned programmes/projects, etc.; monitors and analyzes programme/project development and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed; initiates corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; and ensures follow-up actions. • Performs consulting assignments in collaboration with the client by planning and facilitating workshops through other interactive sessions and assisting in developing the action plan the client will use to manage the change. • Researches, analyzes and presents information gathered from diverse sources. • Coordinates policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of evaluations or other research activities and studies, • Generates survey initiatives; designs data collection tools; reviews, analyses and interprets responses; identifies problems/issues; and prepares conclusions. • Organizes and prepares written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc. • Provides substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., including proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparing documents and presentations, etc. • Initiates and coordinates outreach activities; conducts training workshops, seminars, etc.; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities. • Leads and/or participates in large, complex field missions, including providing guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties, drafting mission summaries, etc. • Coordinates activities related to budget funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and prepares related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget, etc.). • Collects and analyzes 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. • Performs other duties as required. Work implies frequent interaction with the following: Establish and maintain relationships with counterparts, senior officers and technical staff in relevant Secretariat units and in UN funds, programs and other UN specialized agencies; Representatives and officials in national governments, international organizations, and consultants. Results Expected: Develops, implements, and evaluates effective leadership and management of major projects and teams; demonstrates timely delivery of outputs by overall objectives and policies. Plays a lead role in identifying significant issues and develops well-reasoned, innovative approaches to deal with these issues. Serves as an effective spokesperson internally and externally and forms strong partnerships with relevant parties. CompetenciesProfessionalism: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to a particular sector, functional area or other specialized field. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in resolving issues/problems. Ability to conduct data collection using various methods. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience using various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability 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. Able to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. 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 & 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 EducationAdvanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in international affairs/international relations, national/international security, and/or defense studies or a related field. A first-level university degree, in combination with qualifying experience, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceAt least seven years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, administration or related area is required. A minimum of two years of experience related to autonomous and/or remotely operated systems (UAS, UUS, ROV, etc.) in counterterrorism-related contexts is required. Experience managing and/or supporting counter-terrorism or related capacity-building programmes/projects and/or providing counter-terrorism-related training is required. Two years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable. Experience coordinating multilateral policy and/or research initiatives related to autonomous and/or remotely operated systems is desirable. Experience working with defence, law enforcement, and/or national security is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English (both written and oral) is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage. 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