Finance Expert
Organizational Context
The UN Secretariat's Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, specifically the Security Council Affairs Division, oversees the Panel of Experts on Yemen. This Panel, composed of five experts, operates under the direction of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2140 (2014). The role of the Finance Expert is to contribute to the Panel's mandate of monitoring sanctions and investigating violations.
Job Purpose
The Finance Expert's primary purpose is to contribute to the UN Security Council's sanctions regime related to Yemen. This involves monitoring sanctions measures, investigating alleged violations, and contributing to comprehensive reports for the Security Council Committee. The role requires in-depth analysis of financial networks, asset freezes, and the financing of armed groups to ensure compliance and identify evasion methods. The expert will play a crucial part in providing evidence-based recommendations for improving sanctions implementation, supporting the Panel's overall mission to uphold international peace and security through effective sanctions enforcement.
Responsibilities
The Finance Expert will monitor and investigate sanctions measures and alleged violations concerning Yemen, as mandated by Security Council resolutions. This includes scrutinizing compliance with asset freezes, tracing funds and financial assets of designated individuals and entities, and analyzing methods used to evade sanctions. The expert will investigate the financial networks of designated parties and the financing of armed groups through public revenue streams. Key duties involve contributing to the Panel's reports to the Committee and Security Council, preparing recommendations for improved sanctions implementation, and collaborating with other Panel experts. The role also includes participating in investigative missions, gathering information, classifying and archiving data, and preparing briefings. Administrative responsibilities involve adhering to UN regulations and travel policies.
Work Experience
A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in a relevant field is required, including at least three years of field experience. Significant experience in post-conflict or transitional situations, strong field research or investigative experience, and proven experience in writing high-quality reports are essential. Experience within the UN system or similar organizations is highly desirable.
Skills
Professionalism, strong analytical and research skills, ability to conduct sound investigations and write reports, discretion with sensitive information, ability to work independently under pressure, understanding of sanctions regimes, knowledge of UN structure and mandates, willingness to travel extensively, planning and organizing abilities, strong oral and drafting communication skills, interpersonal skills for multicultural environments, and excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.