Programme Officer (Temporary)

Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located at the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI) in Turin, Italy. The incumbent will work under the supervision of the Senior Progamme Manager/Deputy Director. For more information, please visit: www.unicri.org. ResponsibilitiesWithin assigned authority, the Programme Officer will provide substantive support to the implementation and expansion of the Institute’s initiatives on the Nexus between terrorism and organized crime. The incumbent will be responsible for the following specific duties: • Participate in the development and implementation of activities, including research, capacity building and knowledge dissemination, related to enhancing knowledge and awareness concerning the intersections between organized crime and terrorism; • Conduct consulting assignments with Member States and partners by planning and facilitating workshops, organizing interactive sessions, and assisting in developing actionable plans for policy and operational change, especially in areas intersecting with transnational organized crime, terrorism, and climate security. • Research, analyze, and synthesize information on the nexus between organized crime and terrorism, including associated areas such as critical minerals, illegal mining, environmental crimes, climate security, and violent extremism. • Assist in policy development by reviewing and analyzing emerging issues and trends, conducting evaluations, and contributing to research on new topics, such as the use of new technologies to prevent environmental crimes, track critical minerals in supply chains, and enhance prison systems' digital rehabilitation efforts. • Prepare various written outputs, including draft background papers, analyses, sections of reports and studies, and inputs to publications that cover topics related to crime, terrorism and their links, including within the prison settings, in relation to crime prevention technologies, and in connection to protecting soft targets through interfaith and cross-sectoral cooperation. • Provide substantive support to consultative meetings, conferences, and workshops, including proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, and preparing presentations and documents, particularly in relation to capacity-building on climate-related security risks, violent extremism, and protecting soft targets. • Coordinate capacity-building activities, including training workshops and scenario-based exercises for Member States and other stakeholders on critical issues such as rehabilitation of incarcerated people, climate security’s influence on crime and extremism, and protecting vulnerable institutions through cross-sectoral partnerships. Deliver presentations and engage with participants to enhance skills and knowledge in these areas. • Participate in or lead field missions, providing guidance to external consultants, government officials, and other stakeholders; draft mission summaries and actionable recommendations to support field implementation of policies developed within the framework of the project’s activities. • Contribute to project-related budget and funding activities, including programme and project submissions, progress tracking, financial reporting, and preparation of financial statements to ensure sustainable support. • 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. • Perform other work-related duties as required. Competencies• Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches related to the field of organized crime and terrorism. Is able to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Has the ability to collect both quantitative and qualitative data using various methods. Demonstrates conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis. Shows pride in work and achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all work areas. Is able to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. • 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. • 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. EducationAn advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, political science, management, international relations or security, or natural sciences 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. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceA minimum of five (5) years of relevant, progressively responsible professional experience in programme management, coordination or support in the field of international affairs or international security is required. Working experience in dealing with security governance, including organized crime, terrorism, prison reform, or climate security, in an international organization is required. Prior work experience on the Nexus between terrorism and organized crime is desirable. Work experience within the United Nations system or similar international organizations is desirable. Experience in conducting research in fragile and conflict-affected areas is desirable. Experience in data analytics or related area 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 another United Nations official language is an advantage. AssessmentEvaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview. Special NoticeThis position is funded from extra-budgetary resources. This is a temporary position available for three months and will be limited to service with UNICRI. Any extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of funds. In view of the nature of the funding of the present position, should a UN Secretariat staff member apply and be selected for this position with the Institute, such selection will be implemented on a temporary basis. 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