This position is located in the Programme Office on Parliamentary Engagement in Preventing and Countering Terrorism in the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT), in Doha, State of Qatar. The Programme Management Officer reports to the Head of the Technical Implementation Unit with overall supervision of the Head of the Office. The United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) was established by the General Assembly in June 2017. The Office has five main functions: (a) provide leadership on the General Assembly counter-terrorism mandates across the United Nations System; (b) enhance coordination and coherence across the 45 Global Counter-Terrorism Coordination Compact entities to ensure the balanced implementation of the four pillars of the Strategy; (c) strengthen the delivery of United Nations counter-terrorism capacity-building assistance to Member States; (d) improve visibility, advocacy and resource mobilization for United Nations counter-terrorism efforts; and (e) ensure that due priority is given to counter-terrorism across the United Nations System and that the important work on preventing violent extremism is firmly rooted in the Strategy. The UNOCT Programme Office on Parliamentary Engagement in Preventing and Countering Terrorism, based in Doha, State of Qatar, aims to strengthen the parliamentary contribution to international efforts against terrorism and violent extremism. It seeks to promote a whole-of-society approach to terrorism and addressing conditions conducive to terrorism and support parliamentarians in facilitating the implementation of international obligations and instruments related to terrorism, including the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy and relevant resolutions of the United Nations General Assembly and Security Council. The office operates through the following three functions: conducting research, analysis and normative work in support of counter terrorism and prevention of violent extremism; providing technical assistance and provision of consultative services; and promoting and facilitating collaboration and coordination among parliamentary assemblies, as well as national parliaments on countering terrorism and preventing violent extremism.

Within delegated authority, the Programme Management Officer will be responsible for the following duties: • Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of legal technical assistance and capacity building programmes for parliamentarians; monitors and analyzes programme/development and implementation; reviews the programme budget and relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and tracks follow-up actions; • Performs consulting assignments, in collaboration with the client, by planning facilitating workshops for parliamentarians, through other interactive sessions and assisting in developing the action plan the stakeholders will use to manage the change; • Researches, analyzes and presents relevant information gathered from diverse sources and produces tools, publications and multimedia resources customized for the use of parliaments; • Develops and implements legal technical assistance initiatives agreed with parliamentary assemblies and national parliaments; facilitates the development and implementation of the Parliamentary Working Group for Africa on Countering and Preventing Terrorism, as well as the Global Women Parliamentary Initiative and the National Action Plans for African countries, among others; • Supports the development and implementation of the Global Youth Initiative, as well as the Coordination Mechanism of Parliamentary Assemblies on countering and preventing terrorism, and the elaboration and implementation of thematic initiatives as the parliamentary response to the prevention of violent extremism, ratification and implementation of international counter terrorism treaties, etc; • Assists in policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of evaluations or other research activities and studies; • Undertakes survey initiatives; designs data collection tools; reviews, analyzes and interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares conclusions; • Prepares various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc; • Produces information and communications products (press releases, feature articles, social media products, brochures, and promotional materials), to include proposing topics, undertaking research, determining appropriate medium and target audience, preparing production plans, and coordinating on the design, printing procedures and distribution; • Undertakes outreach activities; conducts training workshops, roundtables, and seminars for parliamentarians; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities; • Participates in or lead field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and drafting mission summaries, etc; • Coordinates activities related to budget and funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and prepares related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget, etc.); • Performs other duties as required.

Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to particular sector, functional area or other specialized field. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to assist with data collection using various methods. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. 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. 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 decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect 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 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.

Advanced university degree (Master”s degree or equivalent) in law or a related field. A first level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Not available.

A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, administration or related area is required. Experience in elaborating or analyzing legislations or legal documents is required. Experience in planning, organizing and implementing high level activities or workshops on counter-terrorism, prevention of violent extremism, or related programmes is required. Experience working in an international organization is desirable. Experience working with parliamentarians or parliamentary assemblies or on legislations is desirable.

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position(s) advertised, fluency in both oral and written English is required. Fluency in Arabic is required. Fluency in French is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

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