Especialista contra la Corrupción y los Delitos Financieros
Organizational Context
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) works to create a safer world by combating drugs, organized crime, corruption, and terrorism. UNODC supports Member States in implementing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, recognizing the rule of law and fair justice systems as integral to sustainable development. The office promotes effective responses to corruption and financial crimes, supporting governments, civil society, and the private sector.
Job Purpose
This role supports the effective implementation and development of UNODC programs and projects in Latin America and the Caribbean, focusing on anti-corruption and financial crime initiatives. The specialist will contribute to planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of these projects. The position aims to provide coherent and sustainable technical assistance to Member States, strengthening regional cooperation, integrity, and combating organized crime, money laundering, and terrorist financing. The specialist will assist in identifying normative gaps, optimizing technical assistance, and fostering operational synergies within the framework of international conventions.
Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Regional Anti-Corruption Advisor, the Specialist will contribute to the planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of UNODC programs and projects in Latin America and the Caribbean, focusing on anti-corruption, anti-money laundering/counter-financing of terrorism (AML/CFT), financial crimes, and related areas. Key duties include assisting in the planning and implementation of project activities, such as technical assistance and capacity-building workshops. The specialist will support the preparation of substantive and financial reports for donors and internal monitoring, by collecting, verifying, organizing, and analyzing project implementation data. This includes tracking work plans, timelines, activities, outputs, and deliverables, as well as monitoring budget execution and identifying deviations. The role involves preparing and maintaining project management documentation, contributing to project reviews and evaluations, and assisting in the organization of meetings and training activities. Additionally, the specialist will contribute to project visibility and communication efforts, and document best practices and lessons learned.
Work Experience
A minimum of 3 years of professional experience is required in supporting program and project management. This includes experience in project monitoring and evaluation, tracking activities, outputs, and results, and collecting/analyzing information for reports and project documentation. Experience in preparing clear and structured technical reports is essential. Desirable experience includes knowledge of the UN Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC), Financial Action Task Force (FATF) standards, project formulation, resource mobilization, and working with UN or international organizations.
Skills
Key competencies include professionalism, accountability, planning and organization, communication, teamwork, respect for diversity, and adaptability. Candidates should possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, the ability to manage information objectively and confidentially, and demonstrate initiative and responsibility. Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential for report preparation and presentations. The ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and build harmonious working relationships is crucial. Familiarity with program/project management approaches relevant to UNODC's work, particularly in anti-corruption and financial crime, is required.