Anti-Corruption Programme Consultant (Consultant)

Result of Service2. Purpose of the assignment: Research and map thematic reports on UNCAC for ASEAN and IPEF partners, plus support the implementation of the Southeast Asian Anti-Corruption Roadmap. 3. Specific tasks to be performed by the Consultant:  Completing a report on ASEAN’s implementation of UNCAC Chapter V, drawing on relevant findings from UNCAC Implementation Review Mechanism (UNCAC review cycle 2), as well as additional information received in 2024 from Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia and Singapore. Reflect and incorporate feedback on the draft report from peer-review process.  Supporting UNODC’s strategic positioning and thematic contribution to relevant anti-corruption fora, by: conducting preparatory work (drafting PowerPoint presentations and speaking points) on at least three topics; and delivering at least one presentation.  Finalizing a paper under Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) Pillar IV on 14 IPEF partners’ implementation on UNCAC Chapter V. Asset Recovery.  Finalizing a paper under Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) Pillar IV on 14 IPEF partners’ implementation on UNCAC Chapter II. Preventive measures.  Preparing, presenting, co-moderate and act as the lead note-taker of two IPEF-focused workshops on private sector corruption and the proceeds of corruption.  Supporting the ASEAN-PAC Action Plan based on relevant meetings and consultations.  Preparing and co-facilitating the UNCAC review follow-up and implementation workshop for Papua New Guinea. The Consultant will be required to liaise closely with the UNODC Anti-Corruption Adviser for Southeast Asia and the Pacific, and relevant national counterparts in SEA carrying out the tasks. Work LocationHome based with travel Expected duration03/07/2025-31/12/25 Duties and Responsibilities1. Background of the assignment: Corruption remains a significant obstacle to development globally and throughout Southeast Asia and the Pacific (SEAP) region. Corruption is cross-cutting numerous illegal activities, from the process of harvesting and manufacturing illegal wood-based products, migrant smuggling and human trafficking to terrorism financing. Corruption of public officials is perceived as an enabler of serious and organized crimes that are undermining the countries` abilities to deliver the development agenda. The UN Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) provides a comprehensive framework to strengthen anti-corruption frameworks in the region. As all SEAP countries have ratified this universal and the only globally binding treaty, they have also successfully completed the UNCAC compliance review mechanism related to criminal enforcement and international cooperation capacity. They are all currently undergoing the second review cycle, which will, in the coming years, provide reports on their compliance to a wider range of preventive measures and recovery of assets. The outcome of the UNCAC review process provides a solid basis for formulating anti-corruption technical assistance programmes, the process helps countries to identify gaps in anti-corruption policies and frameworks as well as technical assistance needs. UNODC provides technical support to countries so that they can translate the gap analysis into effective legal and policy frameworks and sustainable anti-corruption strategies. Effective anti-corruption efforts require a whole-of-government and society approach, including different sectors and branches of the government, civil society groups and the private sector. Public engagement often makes a real difference. Ongoing support to developing national and regional capacities to prevent and effectively address corruption remains an important priority for UNODC. UNODC works with Member States to enhance the capacities of their national anti-corruption bodies through the provision of technical assistance as well as the organisation of training programmes. In addition, in order to facilitate the coordination of international anti-corruption efforts and peer to peer technical assistance the UNODC provides a framework for regional and bilateral support. Support is offered to:  Strengthen anti-corruption policies, legislation and strategies;  Strengthen institutional frameworks and capacities for control of corruption;  Development of regional anti-corruption forums, networks and institutions;  Enhanced capacity of the private sector, civil society groups, academia and the media to promote and implement anti-corruption strategies. UNODC’s ROSEAP Regional Programme, Sub Component 2 on Anti-Corruption and Global Anti-Corruption Programme and Global Anti-Corruption Programme have been designed to provide a comprehensive technical assistance to the States Parties to UNCAC, offering the specialized expertise, knowledge tools and sharing of experience and good practice examples in preventing and fighting corruption, enhancing the international cooperation and recovery of assets. Activities are aimed at assisting national authorities, in public, private and civil sectors, and conducting training and workshops events at national, regional and international levels. Qualifications/special skillsAn advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, public international law, business administration, public policy or a related field 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 5 years of relevant progressively responsible professional experience in the legal/ policy fields at national, regional/sub-regional and/or international levels is required. Knowledge of systems and processes impacting crime from a multidisciplinary perspective, including the commercial / private and public sectors is required. Experience and knowledge of criminal justice systems and the prevention of different types of crime is required. Experience in researching, drafting, developing and producing high quality, accurate and professional written products (such as reports and discussion papers) for a variety of stakeholders, including experience and ability in interpreting complex legal information to produce such written products is required Experience in Southeast Asia working on anti-corruption is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in English, with excellent drafting and communication skills, is required. Knowledge of another United Nations official language or Southeast Asian language is an advantage. Additional InformationNot available. No FeeTHE 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.