Background
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UNODC’s mission is to contribute to global peace and security, human rights, and development by making the world safer from drugs, crime, corruption, and terrorism. The UNODC Strategy 2021–2025 aims at equipping UNODC to deliver effectively, efficiently, and with accountability, elevating our support to Member States to build just, inclusive, and resilient societies that leave no one behind. UNODC technical assistance activities in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) are undertaken under the broad framework of the Regional Framework for the Arab States (2023-2028) in line with the UNODC Strategy 2021-2025. The Regional Framework articulates six focus areas for guiding UNODC-implemented programming at the regional and national levels: 1) A balanced approach to drug control; 2) Strengthening the response to organized crime; 3) Combating trafficking in persons and smuggling of migrants (TIP/SOM); 4) Action against corruption and financial crime; 5) Preventing and countering terrorism and violence; and 6) Strengthening crime/violence prevention and criminal justice. Under the UNODC Strategy 2021-2025 and the Regional Framework for the Arab States (2023-2028), UNODC is implementing its Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants (TIP/SOM) portfolio, “Preventing and Countering Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants (TIP/SOM) in the MENA region 2024-2028,” including Morocco. The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Head of Office located in Rabat, Morocco, and the Regional Coordinator of the TIP/SOM portfolio located at the UNODC Regional Office in Cairo. The National Project Officer will work in collaboration with the operations, programme, and project staff in ROMENA to exchange information and ensure consistent service delivery.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Within the assigned authority, the National Project Officer will be in charge of the implementation of the TIP/SOM project in Morrocco. This will include: 
• Coordinating the planning and implementation of the project activities as outlined in the project document/work plan. - Responsible for the implementation of UNODC technical assistance in relation to the project by providing substantive, technical, and logistical support. 
• Working in close collaboration with national counterparts, UNODC staff work both in the Tunisia office, ROMENA, and HQs in order to coordinate activities, exchange information, and ensure consistent service delivery. 
• Working on programme development with a view to ensuring the continuous expansion of the UNODC portfolio. 
• Support the UN-wide agenda in Morocco by collaborating with the respective mechanisms and working groups. 

The incumbent will fulfill the functions of the National Project Officer on the implementation of the program “Preventing and Countering Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants (TIP/SOM) in the MENA region 2024-2028”. This will include: 

• Prepare/draft various written outputs, such as background papers, correspondence with governments, working papers, mission reports, analyses, briefings, presentations, policy proposals and documents, annual/quarterly reports, activity reports, project and budget revisions, internal and external visibility/social media outputs, and translations. 
• Prepare/draft, in a timely manner, relevant documents and reports required by the donors for the implementation of technical assistance as well as internal reporting. 
• Contribute to the development of technical papers, manuals, guides, toolkits, and standard operating procedures related to gender, human rights, migrant smuggling, and human trafficking. 
• Support the development, validation, and delivery of training to law enforcement and justice (judges and prosecutors) personnel on issues related to gender, human rights, migrant smuggling, and human trafficking (investigations, prosecutions, national referral mechanisms). 
• Develop terms of reference, monitor & evaluate consultancies' contracts, complete deliverables, and manage contracts, deliverables, and contract management, including extension requests, in close collaboration with the administrative officer. 
• Liaise with counterparts and partners at the working level, including government entities, UN agencies, and international organizations, to ensure the participation and contribution of the government to project activities and the coordination of activities among the various international partners to promote and strengthen at the working level collaborative initiatives between UNODC and other UN agencies. 
• Effectively manage the budgeted work plan by monitoring progress against the plan and working in collaboration with colleagues to update and amend the plan as needed.
• Participate in programming that requires assessment and other technical missions where necessary to evaluate and elaborate technical assistance proposals with the government, international funding institutions (IFIs), UN agencies, non-governmental, and/or civil society organizations (NGOs/CSOs). 
• Prepare procurement plans and budgets, ensure all procurement of services as per project activities and in line with UN procurement regulations and financial rules, and support the quality assurance of deliverables in coordination with the UNODC Admin Officer, UNDP, and other UN teams. 
• Perform other work-related duties as required.

Competencies

Professionalism: Has in-depth knowledge and specialization in the field of human trafficking and/or migrant smuggling. Has knowledge of policies and practices in crime prevention and criminal justice, as well as the mandates of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. Has detailed knowledge of criminal justice structures, functions, and responsibilities in Morocco. Ability to identify the capacity-building needs of criminal justice practitioners, including law enforcement officials, and to develop corresponding strategies and tools. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan their own work, and manage conflicting priorities. Shows pride in work and achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of the subject; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines, and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations; and is able to identify and contribute to the solution of problems/issues. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect one's own position; shares credit for team accomplishments; and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. 

Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates an appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; and uses time efficiently. 

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others, and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors' language, tone, style, and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

 Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• An advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in International or national Law, Political Science, International relations, Criminal Justice, Criminology, or other similar academic discipline. A first-level university degree in combination with at least two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience:

Minimum 3 years with master's degree and 5 years with a bachelor's degree of relevant professional experience in the development, coordination, and/or Administration of projects, including those on human rights, criminal justice, international relations, law enforcement, migration, or related areas, is required. 

• Working experience in the areas of criminal justice, crime prevention, human trafficking, and migrant smuggling in Morocco is required. 

Other desirable skills:

• Work experience with national law enforcement and judicial authorities is desirable. 
• Experience in facilitating training and mentoring activities in countering human trafficking and migrant smuggling is desirable. 
• Work experience with the United Nations is desirable.

Language Requirements:

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English, Arabic, and French, i.e., oral and written proficiency, is required.

Important information for US Permanent Residents ('Green Card' holders) 
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UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.
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