Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the UNODC Country Office Mexico (COMEX), Division for Operations (DO) of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and is based in Mexico City, Mexico. The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the COMEX Representative based in Mexico City as first reporting officer and under the Programme Coordinator, Global Programme against Money Laundering, Proceeds of Crime and the Financing of Terrorism (GPML) as the second reporting officer. For more information on UNODC, please visit: www.unodc.org

Responsibilities

Within assigned authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following specific tasks: • Provide technical assistance, training, mentoring and support capacity building for national AML/CFT competent authorities with a priority focus on criminal financing associated with corruption and the trafficking of synthetic drugs; • Support national competent authorities to develop and implement the national AML/CFT risk assessment, strategies and coordination mechanisms; • Support efforts to assess national information, typologies, and red flags specific to money laundering associated with synthetic drug trafficking, and disseminate these findings to law enforcement, financial institutions, and other relevant stakeholders; • Provide financial investigation training, resourcing and mentoring to build capacity of financial intelligence units (FIU), supervisory and regulatory agencies, law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies to successfully detect, investigate, prosecute and disrupt financial crime; • Provide mentoring to enhance the effectiveness of financial intelligence collection, analysis and dissemination to law enforcement agencies and other relevant authorities; • Provide assistance related to freezing, seizure and confiscation of criminal assets, including in relation to international cooperation; • Enhance effective regional and international cooperation in relation to the identification, investigation and prosecution of money laundering, including by providing training and advice on police-to-police cooperation, FIU exchange of information, mutual legal assistance and other information exchange mechanisms; • Support the establishment of partnerships with private sector entities, such as financial institutions and non-financial businesses, as well as other key stakeholders to enhance their awareness of money laundering risks associated with synthetic drugs and to strengthen cooperation in the detection and reporting of suspicious activities. • Support national AML/CFT competent authorities to enhance the gender balance, and inclusion of people with disabilities, including at middle and senior management levels. • Contribute to development of the UNODC programming in Mexico and globally, and support the inclusion and delivery of anti-money laundering components into other UNODC projects, especially in relation to corruption, border security and illicit trade; • Support fundraising activities to increase the AML portfolio in Mexico and the region (drafting of concept notes, meetings with donors and potential donors, carry out advocacy actions). • Work in cooperation with the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) and the Financial Action Task Force for Latin America (GAFILAT), the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) and other donors and technical providers where necessary, to ensure leveraging of resources and coordination of activities; • Provide substantive input and support to the planning, coordination and implementation of the programme strategies and activities of GPML globally, including with a specific focus on criminal financing associated with corruption and trafficking in synthetic opioids. • Participate in needs assessment, programming and other technical missions, where necessary, to evaluate and elaborate technical assistance proposals with cooperating governments, international funding institutions (IFIs), UN agencies, non-governmental and/or civil society organizations (NGOs/CSOs). • Provide guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties; draft mission summaries and mission-related documents. • Prepare/draft a variety of written outputs, such as background papers, correspondence with governments, working papers, mission reports, analysis, briefings, presentations, policy proposals and documents, regular and ad hoc reports, studies, summary reports, manuals, guides, etc. • Provide substantive support in the development of relevant technical and training materials, tools and capacity building packages. • Monitor, review and share good practices in AML/CFT methodologies and programming in assigned areas and contribute to their promotion among Member States. • Collect and analyze data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. • Perform other work-related duties as required.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Has demonstrable understanding and knowledge of relevant aspects of money laundering and combating terrorism financing (AML/CFT). Has demonstrable knowledge and understanding of relevant international instruments, including the UN Security Resolutions and Conventions relating to money laundering and the financing of terrorism. Has knowledge of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Recommendations and the mutual evaluation process; the joint FATF, International Monitory Fund (IMF) and World Bank (WB) assessment methodology; and the FATF International Cooperation Review Group procedures. Has ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; 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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. • 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 audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. • Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates 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; uses time efficiently.

Education

An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, criminology, management, international relations, social sciences, business administration or public administration is required. A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Job – Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in financial crime investigation in a national financial intelligence unit, law enforcement, or as a prosecutor dealing with financial crime matters is required. Work experience in delivering technical assistance in relation to anti-money laundering and/or countering the financing of terrorism is required. Relevant work experience in a field environment dealing with Latin America is desirable. Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in English and Spanish is required. Knowledge of another United Nations official language is desirable.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise and a competency-based interview.

Special Notice

This is a project post. Filling of this position is subject to funding availability and the initial appointment will be for a period of one year. Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of funds. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. Applicants, who successfully go through a competitive recruitment process and are recommended for selection and/or inclusion in the roster of pre-approved candidates for subsequent job openings at the same level and with similar functions, may have their application information and roster status shared with other UN Organizations. Such applicants may be contacted by other UN Organizations for similar job openings, subject to the confirmation of their interest. Placement on the roster is no guarantee of a future selection. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. Mexico City is classified in the A category (family duty station).

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

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