Representative - Temporary

Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located in the New York Liaison Office (NYLO) of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), Division for Policy Analysis and Public Affairs (DPA). The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Director, DPA, and overall guidance of the Executive Director, UNODC. For more information on UNODC, please visit www.unodc.org ResponsibilitiesThe Representative will be responsible for the following duties: 1. Coordination and Representation: • Represent UNODC at intergovernmental and inter-agency meetings at United Nations Headquarters in New York and promote policy dialogue at senior and working level in order to establish trusted operational partnerships; • Lead consultations with officials in New York Headquarters-based offices and organisations, including inter-alia the Executive Office of the Secretary-General, Economic and Social Council and General Assembly Committee Secretariats, on programmes and activities to foster effective coordination and consideration of UNODC practices with broad UN policies; • Lead and coordinate initiatives, facilitate and manage exchange and cooperation with regard to the elaboration and implementation of joint activities in UNODC mandated areas with respective counterparts, offices, institutions. • Manage and maintain regular and operational contacts with key Permanent Missions to promote the work programme of UNODC, and with regard to preparations for inter-governmental meetings and conferences; • Promote UNODC’s participation in ad-hoc Task Teams established on drug policy, corruption or other matters defined by the Secretary General, CEB or other UN coordination bodies; Actively support UNODC in implementing the Secretary -General’s reform of the UN by ensuring close liaison and follow-up of relevant policies, guidelines and initiatives; Mainstream the work of UNODC with other New York-based UN entities, in particular but not only Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs (DPPA) and Department of Peace Operations (DPO); • Represent UNODC in non-governmental (NGO) and civil society organizations (CSO) fora and provide briefings to stimulate interest in the work programme of UNODC. • Direct initiatives and facilitate contacts with the private sector, including foundations based in North America, for the purpose of fund-raising and leveraging resources; • Initiate, plan, lead and supervise the organization of meetings, seminars on programmatic and substantive issues, manage the substantive preparation of such meetings and of background briefs on specific issues; • Coordinate communications and promote contacts with key US government and congressional bodies and officials, e.g. in connection with the visits of the Executive Director of UNODC; • Address and participate in meetings, provide programmatic/substantive expertise on key issues and hold programmatic/substantive and organizational discussions with representatives of governments, institutions, agencies and organizations etc. Report to Vienna Headquarters on such meetings/discussions; • Prepare memoranda, letters, and statements for signature/delivery by the Executive Director while he is in New York; • Identify, monitor and analyze relevant policy and institutional developments and operational initiatives and inform Vienna Headquarters, on a regular basis, of key developments and strategic issues; • Prepare, in coordination with substantive Vienna Headquarters' units, statements, media advisories and other reports, inputs and materials as necessary, on issues related to or of interest to UNODC; • Interact regularly with staff at Vienna Headquarters on substantive matters related to drugs and crime issues; • Promote public information activities and oversee the provision and delivery of a wide range of information to Missions, international institutions, Civil Society Organizations, media and to individuals and entities in New York and North America, on activities and programmes of UNODC, including in the field, related to terrorism, corruption, drugs and crime; • Carry out ad hoc assignments at the request of the Director General/Executive Director related to the strategic direction of UNODC and providing advice on issues of concern to the Programme. 2. Office Management: • Lead, supervise, formulate and carry out the work programme of the New York Liaison Office, co-ordinate the work carried out, oversee the preparation of reports providing programmatic/substantive reviews of drafts prepared by others, including for presentation to intergovernmental bodies, policy making organs, donors etc.; • Undertake and oversee the programmatic/administrative tasks necessary for the functioning of the Office, including preparation of budgets, reporting on budget/programme performance, managing the human and financial resources of the New York Liaison Office; • Recruit, manage, supervise, guide and train staff under his/her supervision; • Lead team members efforts to collect and analyze data and provides insight to identify trends or patterns for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. Ensure that everyone can discover, access, integrate and share the data they need. • Perform other work - related duties as required. CompetenciesProfessionalism: Has comprehensive knowledge of policies and practices in international drug control and crime prevention as well as the mandates, major developments and challenges in functional and substantive areas covered by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. Has comprehensive knowledge of international and UN policies in general and, in particular, those related to drugs, crime and terrorism related areas. Has sound political judgement, analytical and problem-solving skills. Has proven negotiating and diplomatic skills and ability to assume a key role in advising counterparts and networking with national, international partners and cooperating institutions. Has ability to ensure and produce high quality reports and papers on relevant issues and to review and edit the work of others. Knows and is able to apply UN rules, regulations, policies and guidelines in work situations. Has the ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. 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. Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; defends and explains difficult issues with respect to key decisions and positions to staff, senior officials and members of intergovernmental bodies; communicates complex concepts orally and prepares written reports that are clear, concise and meaningful; 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. Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies and integrates the work of the Liaison Office into the Division's work programme; 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. Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing. Vision: Identifies strategic issues, opportunities and risks; clearly communicates links between the Organization’s strategy and the work unit’s goals; generates and communicates broad and compelling organizational direction, inspiring others to pursue that same direction; conveys enthusiasm about future possibilities. EducationAn advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in international relations, law, political science, or related area 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 fifteen years of progressively responsible professional experience in areas related to UNODC's mandates on drug control and crime/terrorism prevention is required. Of the minimum years of experience, at least five years gained at the international level is desirable. Work experience with the United Nations or similar international organizations or institutions is desirable. Work experience in building successful relationships and networking with a wide range of external partners, such as Member States, Civil Society Organizations or Non-Governmental Organizations, 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 official United Nations language is an advantage. AssessmentEvaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise and a competency-based interview. Special NoticeThis temporary position is available for 364 days. Actual filling of this position and actual duration of the assignment is subject to availability of funding. Extension of the appointment will be subject to the availability of funding. If the selected candidate is an internal staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection may 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. Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply. 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