Consultant-Criminal Justice Specialist

Result of ServiceCurrent and desired CMS workflows are mapped and roles (analysts, investigators, CRADIC, pilot units, GIOs, vetted units), identify gaps and good practices, including how transnational organized crime and international cooperation elements are currently handled. • EGM March 2026, in Guatemala City (Guatemala) Mapping report sbmitted. One (1) Manual on the roles and functions of analysts in the CMS (data entry, case review, analytical products, use of CMS data to support International Criminal Cooperation i.e. MLA, joint investigations, cooperation with GIOs/vetted units) is developed. • EGM Q2 and Q3 to receive feedback and validate the manual. Manual is submitted. One (1) Manual on the roles and functions of investigators in the CMS (investigation life cycle, updating statuses, evidence and chain of custody, ensuring case records can be used in cross‑border cooperation) is developed. EGM Q2 and Q3 to receive feedback and validate the manual. Manual is submitted. Curriculum and materials on analytical products (trend analysis, network analysis, case quality review, products for homicide and extortion), with a dedicated module on international and cross border cooperation and use of CMS data, including standardized templates and tools (matrices, diagrams, report formats) and provide follow up support, reviewing sample products and advising improvements is developed. Training plan and materials are submitted. Five (5) 2-day ToT training sessions for CRADIC, DEIC VIDA, DIPANDA, GIOs and vetted units, using practical exercises where participants produce draft analytical products for domestic and cross border cases is delivered. October and November 2026, in Guatemala City (Guatemala). Training reports are submitted. Detailed assessments are conducted in Ecuador, Panama, Costa Rica and other focus countries to map: capacity needs for complex organized crime investigations; gaps in legal frameworks and human rights safeguards affecting cooperation with Belgium; status of international criminal cooperation i.e. MLA, extradition, joint investigations and controlled delivery provisions; as well as post seizure investigation practices, including concrete recommendations for strengthening legal and operational cooperation with Belgium. Detailed assessment report submitted and presented at LEGAL FAST launch meeting on 10 March 2026. Five (5) 2-day specialized trainings and paired mentoring using Belgian and UNODC expertise on: infiltration of transport systems and logistics chains; special investigative techniques (including controlled deliveries and covert tactics); human rights and gender mainstreaming in organized crime investigations; and post seizure investigation strategies is delivered. Training reports are submitted. Targeted legal technical assistance is proviided to LAC governments to review and propose amendments to legal frameworks facilitating international cooperation in TOC investigations, using Belgian, EU and UNODC models and UNTOC standards and collaborate with national drafting teams on legislative and regulatory reforms and produce written legal opinions, drafting suggestions and comparative analyses. EGM Q2, Q3 and Q4 2026 focus countries to be defined upon requests. Technical assistance reports are submitted. Country tailored guidance documents on best practices is developed for cross border investigations and prosecutions between Belgium and each beneficiary country (and, if agreed, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Peru, Brazil), covering: international criminal cooperation i.e. MLA, extradition, joint investigations, evidence handling and post seizure casework. EGM Q2, Q3 and Q4 2026 focus countries to be defined upon requests. Technical assistance reports are submitted. Work LocationHome-based Expected duration11.February 2026 -31 December 2026 Duties and ResponsibilitiesWithin the framework of the GPCD, UNODC provides technical assistance to strengthen transnational investigations and criminal prosecution, the de-financing of criminal organizations, as well as international cooperation along illicit trafficking routes. This is achieved by strengthening the capacities of different actors in the criminal justice system. In this framework, GPCD is implementing the project LEGAL FAST in coordination with Belgian Authorities. The project aims to build seizure and investigation capacities, strengthening international cooperation, and fostering sustainable law enforcement and criminal justice practices to combat organized crime and drug trafficking from Latin America to Belgium. Against this background, the Criminal Justice Specialist is to deliver: 1) Under the Guatemala Case Management (CMS) project: Design and validate operational manuals that define the roles and functions of CMS analysts and investigators, and deliver advanced training on analytical products for homicide and extortion cases, including explicit modules on international and cross border cooperation (GIOs, U.S. vetted units and other partners). 2) Under the Legal Fast Project: Provide specialized legal and operational expertise to strengthen legal frameworks, post seizure investigative capacities and international cooperation between Belgium and LAC partner countries, including country assessments, training, legal technical assistance and tailored guidance for cross border investigations and prosecutions. Qualifications/special skillsAdvanced University degree (Master's degree) in Criminal Justice, Law, Business Administration, Public Administration, Social Sciences, International Development, or related field is required. A first level-university degree in similar fields in combination with 2 years of additional qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree. • At least ten (10) years of professional work experience in the area of International Cooperation, criminology and/or investigating or prosecuting transnational drug and/or serious and/or organised crime matters and/or crimes that affects the environment and/or corruption cases is required; • Work experience related to International Cooperation on Transnational Organized Crime cases; • Work experience related to the application of special investigative techniques • At least 3 years of experience in providing technical assistance or capacity-building advice in international settings is desirable • Experience developing criminal justice training programmes is desirable • Excellent drafting and analytical skills are required • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required • Ability to operate effectively across organisational boundaries and to maintain effective working relations with people of different national and cultural background with respect for diversity is required • Excellent knowledge of computer software applications, MS Word, Excel, graphs and charts is required • Previous knowledge or work with the United Nations system and/or other international organisations is desirable Languages• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in written and oral Spanish is required. Knowledge of another United Nations Languages 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.