Secretary of the Board and Chief

Organizational Context

This role is situated within the Secretariat to the International Narcotics Control Board (SINCB), part of the Division for Treaty Affairs (DTA) at the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Vienna. The Secretary of INCB and Chief of the INCB Secretariat reports to the INCB Board and the Director of DTA, overseeing the Board's mandates under international drug control treaties.

Job Purpose

The Secretary of INCB is responsible for supporting the Board's mandate execution under international drug control treaties. This involves implementing Board decisions, acting on its behalf between sessions, and conducting negotiations with governments. The role requires initiating diplomatic actions to promote national compliance, advising governments on treaty implementation, and evaluating their adherence. The Secretary also represents the Board in international forums, providing expertise on drug control issues and engaging in substantive discussions with government officials and other organizations. As Chief of the INCB Secretariat, they formulate and implement the substantive work program, manage its activities, and ensure timely delivery of outputs. This includes leading, supervising, and reviewing the work of the Secretariat staff, coordinating efforts within the UN system, and preparing reports for intergovernmental bodies.

Responsibilities

The Secretary of INCB supports the Board's activities and implements its decisions, acting as its representative between sessions. Key duties include conducting negotiations, developing government relations, and initiating diplomatic actions to facilitate national compliance with international drug control treaties. The role involves advising governments on treaty implementation, evaluating compliance, and recommending remedial measures. The Secretary represents the Board in international, regional, and national meetings, providing substantive expertise and engaging in discussions with officials and organizations. As Chief of the Secretariat, they formulate and execute the work program, oversee its management, and ensure timely delivery of outputs. This includes leading and supervising staff, reviewing their work, and coordinating efforts within the UN system. The role also involves preparing and presenting reports to intergovernmental bodies, ensuring high-quality outputs, and leading data analysis for planning and decision-making. Administrative tasks include budget preparation, performance reporting, staff evaluation, and recruitment, while also managing, developing, and training staff, fostering teamwork, and leading the organization of substantive meetings.

Work Experience

A minimum of fifteen years of progressively responsible professional experience in law, criminal justice, medicine, health sciences, or administration is required. Essential experience includes national and international drug control, strong leadership in managing teams and technical areas, and managing intergovernmental processes. Desirable experience includes liaising with Member States and expert bodies, and data analytics.

Skills

Expertise in national/international drug control and treaty implementation; ability to produce and review reports; negotiation skills; data analysis and interpretation; planning and organizing; client orientation; performance management; and decision-making.

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