Countering the Financing of Terrorism Expert - FATF Recommendation 8
Organizational Context
The United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) leads global efforts to counter terrorism and prevent violent extremism. It enhances coordination among UN entities and supports Member States with capacity-building. Through its CFT Programme, UNOCT assists countries in strengthening legal, regulatory, and operational frameworks to combat terrorism financing, aligning with international standards like those set by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). This specific initiative focuses on supporting Uzbekistan in implementing FATF Recommendation 8.
Job Purpose
This role supports UNOCT's Global Coordinated Programme on Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) by providing expert technical assistance to Uzbekistan. The objective is to strengthen the nation's capacity to implement FATF Recommendation 8, which focuses on protecting non-profit organizations (NPOs) from terrorist financing abuse. The expert will contribute to enhancing understanding of NPO sector risks, promoting risk-based approaches, improving inter-agency cooperation, and fostering financial transparency. The assignment involves developing practical guidance, conducting capacity-building activities, and facilitating dialogue among national authorities, NPO representatives, and international partners to ensure effective and proportionate implementation of standards.
Responsibilities
The UN Volunteer will serve as a substantive expert, providing specialized technical and analytical expertise for the project "Strengthening the Implementation of FATF Recommendation 8 in Uzbekistan." Key tasks include conducting research and analysis on FATF Recommendation 8, terrorist financing risks within the NPO sector, and risk assessment methodologies. The expert will provide technical input on implementing risk-based and proportionate approaches, ensuring NPOs are protected without undue disruption. Responsibilities also cover research on financial transparency in the NPO sector, preparing analytical and technical products (briefing notes, recommendations, reports), and contributing to practical guidance on inter-agency cooperation and risk mitigation. The role involves supporting consultations, workshops, and capacity-building activities for national authorities and NPO representatives, facilitating dialogue, and coordinating with international partners like the EAG and UNRCCA.
Work Experience
Requires at least 7 years of progressive professional experience in AML/CFT, with significant focus on CFT, FATF standards, and financial integrity. Experience in implementing FATF Recommendation 8 and risk-based approaches for NPOs is essential. Demonstrated experience in terrorist financing risk assessments, legal/regulatory analysis, providing technical assistance to governments, and developing/delivering capacity-building activities is also required. Proficiency in English and Russian is necessary.
Skills
Key competencies include accountability, creativity, judgment, planning, professionalism, self-management, teamwork, and communication. Expertise in economics, poverty reduction, livelihoods, safety and security, and legal affairs is also relevant. Strong analytical, research, and drafting skills are crucial for developing technical and policy-related products.