Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer
Organizational Context
This position is based in the Regional Office for Southeast Asia and the Pacific (ROSEAP) of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Bangkok, Thailand. The role operates within the Division for Operations and reports to the UNODC Regional Representative for Southeast Asia and the Pacific, with direct supervision from the Deputy Regional Representative.
Job Purpose
The purpose of this role is to provide expert advice and technical assistance to Member States in Southeast Asia and the Pacific on crime prevention and criminal justice matters. The incumbent will enhance cooperation among regional states and relevant organizations, contributing to the implementation of UNODC's mandate. This involves staying abreast of substantive and operational developments, coordinating regional initiatives, and supporting the development and dissemination of UNODC tools and strategies. The role also includes managing projects, ensuring donor obligations are met, and contributing to policy analysis and data-driven decision-making to advance criminal justice reform in the region.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include maintaining up-to-date knowledge of criminal justice and international cooperation developments in the region. The role involves providing expert advice and technical assistance to improve cooperation among Member States and organizations, and supporting the implementation of resolutions from intergovernmental bodies. This includes coordinating and mentoring project staff, developing and promoting UNODC tools, and providing substantive support for regional initiatives. The incumbent will lead or participate in technical missions, develop office strategies, review programmatic documents, and ensure efficient project management, including budget oversight, reporting, and donor relations. Additionally, the role requires drafting reports, position papers, and communication materials, and utilizing data visualization for analysis and reporting.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven years of progressive professional experience, including at the international level, in crime prevention and criminal justice is required. Experience in capacity building for government officials (judges, prosecutors), developing capacity-building tools, and prosecuting/adjudicating organized crime cases is essential. Desirable experience includes project management in criminal matters, mutual legal assistance, international cooperation, advancing criminal justice policies, and data analytics.
Skills
Professionalism, Teamwork, Planning and Organizing, in-depth knowledge of international cooperation in justice and criminal justice, policy analysis, data analysis, project development and management, communication.