UNODC National Programme Officer Jobs 2021 – Nigeria NGO Jobs. UNODC Nigeria programme looking for “National Programme Officer”. Applicants with a I-Master’s Level Degree – 5 year(s) experience may apply on or before 19th May 2021.
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime is a United Nations office that was established in 1997 as the Office for Drug Control and Crime Prevention by combining the United Nations International Drug Control Program (UNDCP) and the Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Division in the United Nations Office at Vienna. and was renamed the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime in 2002.
UNODC National Programme Officer Jobs 2021
The UNODC has published a job vacancy announcement on 06th May. 2021 for qualified Nigeriaese to fill in the vacant post of National Programme Officer to be based in Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria.
| Recruiter | United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) |
| Position | National Programme Officer |
| Location | Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Total Vacant Post | 01 |
| Qualification | I-Master’s Level Degree |
| Experience Required | Minimum five years |
| Application Deadline | 19th May 2021 @05:00 PM |
UNODC Job Vacancy 2021
Job Purpose: This position is located in the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Country Office Abuja Nigeria (CONIG). Under the overall guidance of the UNODC Representative and the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator under the respective project based in Abuja, the incumbent will assist project management and implementation in line with written guidelines and instructions developed by UNODC on project cycle management and project implementation. The incumbent will work in close collaboration with other colleagues of the project, in CONIG and at Headquarters of UNODC, to create synergy and achieve full coordination of project activities and effective project partnerships, especially with the project’s Nigerian stakeholders.
Duties and Responsibilities :
- Provide substantive and organizational coordination and liaison with relevant authorities and international partners for project activities focused on UNODC mandate areas.. Coordinate and liaise regularly on project activities planning and implementation with relevant national partners (including designated focal points and other senior professionals), and regional/international partners present in Nigeria.
- Facilitate the smooth and effective flow of communication with national entities, by maintaining regular contact, providing required information, etc. Support the Programme Officer and project staff in following-up communication with beneficiary institutions, including official letters, request for technical assistance, and the process of identifying participants and national experts, including trainers, for activities under the project.
- Provide substantive support to meetings, training, conferences and workshops, including proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparing of documents and presentations, etc. Advise the Programme Officer and project staff of national and local considerations and realities in Nigeria for proper and effective project implementation, as well as on ways to strengthen partnerships with beneficiary institutions.
Qualification:
- Essential: An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, criminology, conflict resolution, or other relevant human, social or political area, is required.
- Desirable: A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with additional two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Experience :
- A minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional experience in project/programme management or administration within the area of rule of law and criminal justice, or a related field, at the national level is required.
- Work experience in substantive liaison and coordination at national and regional level is highly desirable.
- Working experience in areas related to the fight against transnational organised crime is desirable.
- Working experience within the United Nations system or similar international organization is an advantage.
Language :
- English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
- For the position advertised, fluency in English is required.
- Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.
Other Details
- Grade: SB5
- Contract Type: 1 year with possibility of extension
- Selection Process: Interview
- Salary: negotiable
- Application Process: Online.
How to Apply UNODC National Programme Officer Jobs 2021
Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.
Interested Candidates May Apply Online Mode through Using This Link.
The closing date: 19th May 2021 at 5 PM.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
| Particulars | Details Link |
| Job Advertisement | Download |
| Online Apply Link | Apply Online |
| Official Website | www.unodc.org |
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