Programme Management Officer (Judiciary and Police) - temporary
Organizational Context
This position is based in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, within the UNODC Programme Office in Haiti (POHTI). The role supports the implementation of a project focused on strengthening the Haitian Police and Justice Chain, contributing to UNODC's anti-corruption and criminal justice programs in the region. The incumbent reports to the Anti-Corruption Programme Coordinator and the UNODC Representative.
Job Purpose
The Programme Management Officer is responsible for supporting the implementation of a project aimed at strengthening the Haitian Police and Justice Chain, specifically focusing on lawful arrests, evidence, and case-building. This role is crucial for UNODC's anti-corruption and criminal justice initiatives in Haiti. Key responsibilities include managing and implementing project activities, coordinating training and capacity-building for the Haitian National Police and criminal justice institutions, liaising with national counterparts and UN system partners, and contributing to resource mobilization. The officer will also monitor project progress, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with UN financial rules and donor requirements, ultimately contributing to the effective delivery of UNODC's mandate in the region.
Responsibilities
Manage and implement assigned projects and activities, including work plans, budgets, and monitoring progress and expenditures. Coordinate administrative, logistical, and financial aspects of project delivery, preparing various written outputs. Support monitoring, evaluation, and learning activities, contributing to programme development and portfolio growth. Engage in resource mobilization by identifying funding opportunities, conducting donor analysis, and developing proposals. Plan, organize, and coordinate training and capacity-building for the Haitian National Police and criminal justice institutions, liaising with national counterparts and managing trainers and consultants. Monitor and evaluate training activities, documenting outcomes and preparing reports. Establish and maintain relationships with national counterparts and UN system partners, ensuring coordination and complementarity of efforts. Contribute to communication and visibility activities. Monitor and analyze developments in policing and criminal justice, collecting and analyzing data for reporting and decision-making. Support recruitment and procurement processes, and supervise support personnel as needed.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of professional experience in crime prevention, criminal justice, or law enforcement is required. Experience in project/programme management and administration is essential. Experience working with police or judicial institutions is also required. Experience in coordinating training for law enforcement personnel and in data analytics is desirable.
Skills
Project Management, Implementation, Monitoring & Reporting, Budget Management, Coordination, Training & Capacity Building, Stakeholder Engagement, Resource Mobilization, Partnership Development, Data Analysis, Communication, Professionalism, Planning & Organizing, Accountability.