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Posting Title: PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT OFFICER, P4
Job Code Title: PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT OFFICER
Department/Office: Office of Counter-Terrorism
Duty Station: DOHA
Posting Period: 19 May 2023 – 17 July 2023
Job Opening Number: 23-Programme Management-UNOCT-203598-R-Doha (X)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organisational Setting and ReportingThis position is located in the Programme Office on Parliamentary Engagement in Preventing and Countering Terrorism in the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT), in Doha, State of Qatar. The Programme Management Officer reports to the Head of Office under the overall coordination of the Chief of Special Projects Section. 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 45 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 UNOCT Programme Office on Parliamentary Engagement in Preventing and Countering Terrorism, based in Doha, State of Qatar, aims to strengthen the parliamentary contribution to international efforts against terrorism and violent extremism. It seeks to promote a whole-of-society approach to terrorism and addressing conditions conducive to terrorism and support parliamentarians in facilitating the implementation of international obligations and instruments related to terrorism, including the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy and relevant resolutions of the United Nations General Assembly and Security Council. The office operates through the following three functions: conducting research, analysis and normative work in support of counter terrorism and prevention of violent extremism; providing technical assistance and provision of consultative services; and promoting and facilitating collaboration and coordination among parliamentary assemblies, as well as national parliaments on countering terrorism and preventing violent extremism.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Programme Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
- Develops, implements and evaluates assigned technical assistance and capacity building programmes/ activities that mainstream counter-terrorism and prevention of violent extremism policies, strategies and recommendations within parliamentary functions.; monitors and analyzes programme/project development and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and initiates corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; ensures follow-up actions.
- Performs consulting assignments as related to counter-terrorism and prevention of violent-extremism, in collaboration with the client, by planning facilitating workshops, through other interactive sessions and assisting in developing the action plan that parliamentarians will use to manage the change.
- Designs and implements training programmes, seminars, and round tables for parliamentarians, with a focus on networking, raising awareness, and capacity-building on countering terrorism and preventing violent extremism;
- Develops and implements Programme initiatives, among them the Parliamentary Working Group for Africa on Countering and Preventing Terrorism, the Global Women Parliamentary Initiative, the Global Youth Initiative, the Coordination Mechanism of Parliamentary Assemblies on countering and preventing terrorism, National Action Plans for African countries as well as thematic initiatives to enhance parliamentary responses in preventing violent extremism, foster ratification and implementation of international counter terrorism treaties, etc;
- Researches, analyzes and presents information gathered from diverse sources, and assists Member States in identifying priorities, needs, good practices and challenges on counter-terrorism and preventing and countering violent extremism, with a view to developing and supporting the implementation of tailored-made technical assistance programmes and projects, in close consultation with regional and national authorities as appropriate.
- 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, analyzes and interprets responses, identify problems/issues and prepares conclusions.
- Organizes and prepares written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications and multimedia resources
- Produces information and communications products (press releases, feature articles, social media products, brochures, and promotional materials), to include proposing topics, undertaking research, determining appropriate medium and target audience, preparing production plans, and coordinating on the design, printing procedures and distribution;
- Provides substantive backstopping to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations, etc.
- Initiates and coordinates outreach activities; conducts training workshops, seminars, etc.; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities, and liaises closely with the parliamentary networks.
- Leads and/or participates in large, complex field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and 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.).
- Performs other duties as required.
CompetenciesProfessionalism: Knowledge and understanding of programme and project management. Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to counter-terrorism and the prevention of violent extremism. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of 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 in the use of 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. 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. 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.
EducationAdvanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law or related filed. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work ExperienceA minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, administration or related area is required. Experience in planning, coordinating and implementing technical assistance programmes and activities on counter-terrorism and prevention of violent extremism is required. Experience working with parliamentarians or parliamentary assemblies is required. Experience in leading the development of legal technical assistance tools, manuals, guides or best practices documents, particularly in the area or preventing and countering terrorism and violent extremism, is required. Experience working with senior stakeholders is required. Experience working in an international organization is desirable.
LanguagesFor the post advertised, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
AssessmentEvaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
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