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UN VOLUNNTEER DEESCRIPTION OFF ASSIGNMMENTT SENR000450
The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme is the UN organization that promotes volunteerism to support peace and development worldwide. Volunteerism can transform the pace and nature of development and it benefits both society at large and the individual volunteer. UNV contributes to peace and development by advocating for volunteerism globally, encouraging partners to integrate volunteerism into development programming, and mobilizing volunteers.In most cultures volunteerism is deeply embedded in long-established, ancient traditions of sharing and support within the communities. In this context, UN Volunteers take part in various forms of volunteerism and play a role in development and peace together with co-workers, host agencies and local communities.In all assignments, UN Volunteers promote volunteerism through their action and conduct. Engaging in volunteer activity can effectively and positively enrich their understanding of local and social realities, as well as create a bridge between themselves and the people in their host community. This will make the time they spend as UN Volunteers even more rewarding and productive.
Couunry ofAssgnnmentt Senegal
Hosstnsttute United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
VolunteerCaaegooyy International UN Volunteer Expert (pilot)
Nummber ofVolunteer 1
Duratono 12 months
Expected Starting Date Immediate
Duty Sation Dakar [SEN]
Assignmeent Place Family Duty Station
AssignmeentPlaceReemark
Lving Conditons
The assignment will take place in the nation’s capital, Dakar, a family duty station (Hardship classification A) with missions to the region. Dakar is a livable city. The living conditions in Dakar are good and the social climate is calm. Senegal is an open country that enjoys social stability resulting from the smooth functioning of state institutions. Senegal is also provided with a good level of infrastructure (e.g. roads) but the distribution of water is electricity can be volatile in Dakar and other cities and towns of the country, requiring many civil servants to use generators. Senegal is also a popular tourist destination. The reception and spontaneous hospitality of Senegalese are among the characteristic features of this West African country.
The country is at the level of Security 2, which corresponds to “Low”, except for the Casamance natural region (administrative regions of Kolda, Sédhiou and Ziguinchor) where acts of banditry are often reported 18 May 2019 Page 1 of 8but also the presence of Elements of the Movement of Democratic Forces of Casamance (MFDC) and unexploded ordnance (UXO). All United Nations personnel must scrupulously comply with UNDSS
procedures and recommendations during their assignment to Senegal. Thefts and burglary are the main
incidents against UN personnel. Small arms proliferation and organized cross-border crime often occur in
suburban areas on major trade routes. There is no R&R entitlement in Senegal.
The access to health services in Dakar is good. The yellow fever vaccine is compulsory and vaccination
cards should be presented at the entrance. Vaccinations against Meningococcal Meningitis and Hepatitis
A and B are also recommended. The basic drugs are available in pharmacies, but it is recommended to
bring specific prescription drugs.
Per ANSD/RGPHAE 2013 official estimates, the population of Dakar metropolitan area reaches over 3.1
million people. The total population of Senegal is 13.508.715 inhabitants (ANSD 2013). Senegal is located
on UTC/ GMT. Senegal has warm climate and sunny days throughout the year that make it a comfortable
duty station. Daytime temperatures are on average around 30°C. Rainy season is in the northern
hemisphere’s summer/fall.
The currency used in Senegal is called Franc CFA (XOF). On 10 May 2019, the average exchange rate is 1
USD = 584.466 XOF. Many hotels, restaurants and large businesses in Senegal accept the main
international credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, etc.). It is also possible to withdraw cash
from automatic telling machines found in all the major cities.
The accommodation facilities are in general good and the choice is wide. It is possible to rent unfurnished
and furnished accommodations from 450 to 2000 USD. UN Volunteers can also co-rent and share private
accommodations, which must comply with Minimum Operating Residential Security Standards (MORSS).
Transportation in town can be easily arranged through local taxis.
To enter Senegal, a valid passport is required. ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States)
nationals are not required an entry visa. Nationals of other countries may be required an entry visa or long
stay visa. They should contact the closest Senegalese representation. Senegalese Embassies and
consulates in various West African countries and in other parts of the world issue visas prior to travel.
The UNV Field Unit can assist in booking temporary accommodation for the first nights at UN Volunteer
expenses, which can be extended or not at UN Volunteer discretion until getting a permanent
accommodation.
Note: For all international travel to Senegal, security clearance must be requested a minimum of 7 days
prior to travel.
Assssiignnmme enntt Deettaiils
AssgnmentTitele International Expert UNV in Counter-Terrorism
18 May 2019 Page 2 of 8OrrganizationallContexxt& ProjecctDeescriptono
In the context of global counter-terrorism, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is
mandated to provide assistance to requesting countries in their efforts to address the legal and criminal
justice aspects of countering terrorism.
UNODC, through its Terrorism Prevention Branch (TPB), is one of the United Nations’ key providers of
counter-terrorism technical assistance in the legal and related areas. Since 2003, UNODC/TPB has been
implementing a technical assistance programme, with the objective of assisting requesting countries to
strengthen the criminal justice responses to terrorism. TPB does this by: (i) providing legal advice to States
becoming parties to the universal legal instruments related to terrorism; (ii) assisting states to incorporate
their provisions into national legislations; (iii) providing training to criminal justice officials to implement rule
of law-based criminal justice measures against terrorism and on related international cooperation in
criminal matters; and (iv) providing assistance to strengthen national institutions dealing with terrorism. To
achieve sustained impact, TPB has also been developing and disseminating legal technical assistance
tools.
Assistance delivery at the field level is pursued under the substantive leadership of TPB (within the
framework of a global project on “Strengthening the Legal Regime against Terrorism”) and the operational
leadership of the respective UNODC regional or country offices, as an integral component of UNODC’s
respective regional and country programmes.
The scope of assistance provided has been broadening, with ever increasing attention being given to
implementation assistance, as more countries have ratified more of the universal instruments. Special
attention is given to assisting countries to implement the UN Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy
(resolution A/RES/60/288, adopted on 8 September 2006) and the relevant Security Council resolutions.
Countries of the Sahel region (Mauritania, Senegal, Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger and Chad) have been a
major focus of assistance delivery. Many of these countries face several crime and security challenges,
intertwined with development challenges. They continue to require extensive assistance to undertake rule
of law-based criminal justice responses to prevent and combat terrorism – an essential component of an
effective counter-terrorism strategy.
With respect to these countries, these assistance activities are delivered as an integral component of the
UNODC contribution to the UN Integrated Strategy for the Sahel (Sahel Programme). Through this
regional programme, UNODC is seeking to assist the Sahel countries to strengthen the security sector
and the rule of law-based criminal justice responses to terrorism.
In the Sahel region, UNODC is increasingly working to help national authorities improve their operational
capacity to investigate terrorism-related cases, working with law enforcement and prosecutors to prepare
them to effectively investigate terrorist threats and terrorist acts within a rule-of-law framework.
Whereas the focus of assistance provision remains to be the Sahel countries, assistance is also being
18 May 2019 Page 3 of 8provided to the neighbouring countries both in West and Central Africa. The UNODC Sahel Programme supports the development of accessible, efficient and accountable
criminal justice systems to combat illicit trafficking drug trafficking, organized crime, terrorism and
Corruption In The Region By
Promoting the implementation of international conventions with governments and foster regional
cooperation on counter-terrorism with authorities and prosecutors
Preventing illicit trafficking of drugs, weapons, human beings and smuggling of migrants by
enhanced detection and interdiction at airports and land borders
Improving justice systems by promoting integrity safeguard mechanisms and Police – Justice
cooperation through anti- corruption and anti-money laundering training
Enhancing scientific evidence and investigation by providing authorities with appropriate laboratories
and firearms control measures
Sussainabbe DeevelopmmenntGooalss 16. Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
Tasskdeescrpttono
Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of the Head of the Terrorism Prevention Unit of
the UNODC Regional Office for West and Central Africa or his/her designated mandated representative(s),
Support The Terrorism Prevention Unit/ROSEN By
the International UN Volunteer Expert in Counter-Terrorism will:
Providing specialized training to magistrates and law enforcement officials of Sahel/West and Central
Africa on different legal aspects related to counter-terrorism such as international judicial
cooperation; investigation, prosecution and adjudication of terrorism cases; and countering the
financing of terrorism;
Providing specialized training to trainers of magistrate, police and gendarmerie schools of Sahel/West
and Central Africa to, in turn, deliver training to trainees on legal and technical aspects of counter-
terrorism;
Developing training materials such as modules, curricula, power point presentations and case studies
on legal aspects related to counter-terrorism;
Conducting legislative analysis of the counter-terrorism national legal framework based on the
relevant international conventions and United Nations Security Council Resolutions, identifying gaps
and providing technical advice to fill them;
Providing mentoring services to the magistrates and law enforcement officials from counter-terrorism
specialized judicial poles and investigation units of Sahel/West and Central Africa;
Assisting in the designing and implementation of training activities in West and Central African
countries, focusing on capacity-building efforts aimed at strengthening rule of law-based and human
rights-compliant investigation, prosecution and analysis of terrorism-related cases and dynamics;
Analyzing and identifying capacity building needs of concerned national entities and assist other staff
members and consultants on training workshops and other relevant initiatives for
18 May 2019 Page 4 of 8 prosecutorial/adjudicator capacity building activities; and prepare and participate in national expert workshops, sub-regional/regional workshops, as determined;
Providing inputs for the preparation of reports, briefing notes, technical assistance tools, substantive
publications and training materials pertaining to operational and rule of law-based criminal justice
responses to terrorism, especially by carrying out related legal research and analysis, compilation
and analysis of related substantive information and preparation of draft documents;
Supporting the Judicial Cooperation Platform for Sahel countries which is a key mechanism in
facilitating judicial cooperation in the sub-region; through technical and legislative advice, liaising
with its focal points for substantive assistance and drafting key documents to be used as tools for
judicial cooperation
Contributing to programme development, implementation monitoring and reporting, especially by
preparing related documents and undertaking tasks to support programme coordination and
oversight.
Any other related tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisor.
Furthermore, UN Volunteers are required to:- Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the
concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV
activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day)- Be acquainted with and build on
traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country- Provide annual and end of assignment
reports on UN Volunteer actions, results and opportunities using UNV’s Volunteer Reporting Application-
Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites,
newsletters, press releases, etc.- Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers-
Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering, or encourage relevant local individuals
and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.
Ressuls/Exppected Ouutputss
As an active UNODC team member, efficient, timely, responsive, client-friendly and high-quality
support rendered to UNODC and its beneficiaries in the accomplishment of her/his functions,
Including
Provided support for the development and implementation of projects and activities;
Delivered inputs related to the development of technical assistance tools and projects in the counter-
terrorism area;
Contributed, as part of team, to the delivery of advisory services and training to several criminal
justice officials and countries;
Assisted in the formulation of reports, briefing notes, substantive publications and training materials
pertaining to the rule of law-based and operational criminal justice responses to terrorism;
Contributed to the creation and update of a database pertaining to terrorism-related incidents within
the concerned region;
Increased visibility through internal and external communication on counter-terrorism programmes
and activities in the Sahel, West and Central Africa through public presentations, and articles on
social networks, UNODC website and other tools.
18 May 2019 Page 5 of 8 Strengthened the judicial cooperation platform for Sahel countries by: increasing the engagement of focal points; providing strategic orientation, and developing key tools to be used by focal points and
national authorities
Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated and documented
in all activities throughout the assignment
A final statement of achievements towards volunteerism for peace and development during the
assignment, such as reporting on the number of volunteers mobilized, activities participated in and
capacities developed
- The development of capacity through coaching, mentoring and formal on-the-job training, when working
with (including supervising) national staff or (non-) governmental counter-parts, including Implementing
Partners (IPs);
- Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated and
documented in all activities throughout the assignment
- A final statement of achievements towards
volunteerism for peace and development dur-ing the assignment, such as reporting on the number of
volunteers mobilized, activities participated in and capacities developed
Qu uaallificaattionnss//Reeqqu uiiremme enntts
Requied DegreeLevell Master degree or equivalent
Educaton-AdddtonalCommments
Advanced higher degree (Master’s or equivalent) in the field of law, preferably criminal law or international
law or in a closely related field; a first-level university degree or equivalent in combination with relevant
training and/or professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree;
Requied experence 120 months
ExperenceReemark
At least 10 years of professional work experience at the national level as a prosecutor or judge in the
field of terrorism, transnational organized crime, criminal justice, or crime prevention is required;
Previous experience delivering technical assistance, through training to magistrates and/or law
enforcement officials and legislative advice in a UN or other international organization is required
Knowledge/academic experience related to counter-terrorism in the Sahel/West and Central Africa is
Required
Previous experience drafting legislation, developing criminal justice policy and providing technical
advice to Ministries of justice is highly desirable
Working experience with the United Nations system is an advantage, as is experience in Africa;
Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing;
Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and
collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and
18 May 2019 Page 6 of 8 youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development;
Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work
effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel;
Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word,
etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment;
Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines;
Sound security awareness;
Have affinity with or interest in criminal justice and human rights, volunteerism as a mechanism for
durable development, and the UN System.
Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills;
Language Skislllls
English (Mandatory) , Level – Fluent
AND – French (Mandatory) , Level – Fluent
AreaoffExpetses
Criminal law Mandatory
International law Mandatory
AreaoffExpetse Requremeent
Need DrvingLicence No
Comppetences& Values
Adaptability and Flexibility
Commitment to Continuous Learning
Communication
Integrity
Planning and Organizing
Professionalism
Respect for Diversity
Working in Teams
Co onnddiition nss ooff Seer rviicee aanndd o ottheerr iinfforrma attionn
ConditonoffSevice Click here to view Conditions of Service
Applcaton Code SENR000450-4603
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Disclaimerr
United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme which welcomes applications from
qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, nationality and
culture.
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