Oficial de Proyecto - [Prevención del Lavado de Activos]

Organizational Context

The UNOPS Project Office, specifically the Corruption and Economic Crimes Programme Area, focuses on preventing and combating terrorism, money laundering, corruption, and economic crimes. It supports member states in recovering illicit assets. The role sits within the specialized component for Anti-Money Laundering, contributing to strengthening national and regional systems against financial crimes.

Job Purpose

The Project Officer, Anti-Money Laundering Prevention, will provide technical support to the Head of the Corruption and Economic Crimes Programme Area. This involves contributing to the design and implementation of projects and initiatives aimed at strengthening state and private sector capacities in managing Anti-Money Laundering/Combating the Financing of Terrorism/Financing of Proliferation (AML/CFT/CPF) risks. The role will develop technical products, methodologies, and facilitate technical consultations. It will also propose innovative technical solutions and generate reports with recommendations based on international best practices and successful experiences, supporting the implementation, monitoring, and follow-up of national and regional projects.

Responsibilities

The Project Officer will collaborate closely with the Corruption and Economic Crimes Programme Area to achieve key results. This includes participating in the implementation of national and regional initiatives to strengthen AML/CFT/CPF risk management systems through document formulation and technical activities. The role involves contributing to the development of guidelines and recommendations based on best practices for the Andean and Southern Cone regions, and supporting the creation of practical tools for public and private sectors. Programmatic support includes participating in technical working groups and national/regional forums to ensure UNODC's technical representation and maintain strategic relationships with partners. The officer will also perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Work Experience

Required: Relevant experience in designing and implementing systems for the prevention or administration of risks related to money laundering, terrorist financing, and proliferation financing in public or private entities. Desirable: Experience in designing and delivering training on AML/CFT/CPF and anti-corruption, and knowledge of global and national regulatory frameworks in these areas.

Skills

Anti Money Laundering, Compliance Management, Corporate Governance, Counterterrorism, Enterprise Risk Management, Governance, Risk and Compliance, Leadership, Agile framework

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