Associate Programme Officer (CBRN), P2

## Associate Programme Officer (CBRN), P2 - Organization:UNICRI - United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute - Office:United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute in Geneva Org. Setting and Reporting:This position is located in the CBRN (chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear), Risk Mitigation and Security Governance Unit of the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI) with duty station in Geneva, Switzerland. The Associate Programme Officer will work under the direct supervision of the Head of CBRN Risk Mitigation and Security Governance Unit and the overall guidance of the UNICRI Director. For more information on UNICRI, please visit the website: www.unicri.it. Responsibilities:Within assigned authority, the Associate Programme Officer (CBRN) will be responsible for the following specific duties:Work with key partners, CBRN stakeholders and beneficiary countries to support the implementation of CBRN capacity-building activities (such as training sessions, national and regional workshops) with a particular focus on CBRN terrorism, counter proliferational finance, and CBRN disinformation; assist in the review of relevant documents and reports, including in English and French; participate in the identification of problems and issues to be addressed and recommend corrective actions; liaise with relevant parties; identify and track follow-up actions.Assist in carrying out and reviewing research on selected aspects of CBRN programmes, operations and other activities, in particular on countering CBRN terrorism, proliferational finance, and CBRN disinformation.Provide substantive support for policy coordination and evaluation functions, including reviewing and analysing of emerging issues and trends, participating in evaluations or research activities and studies related to CBRN risks.Provide assistance for planning and facilitating expert meetings, training sessions and workshops.Participate in and review survey initiatives; assist with the design of data collection tools; administer surveys, analyze and interpret results, identify problems/issues and prepare preliminary conclusions.Contribute to outreach activities; participate in developing training workshops, seminars, etc.; participate in and make presentations on assigned topics/activities in English and French.Participate in field missions by providing substantive and administrative support, conducting data collection activities, etc.Assist in coordinating activities related to budget funding, includingprogramme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc., and the preparation of related documents/reports, such as pledging reports, work programme, programme budget, etc.Contribute to the collection and analysis of data as well as identification of trends or patterns and provide draft 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 upon request. - Work with key partners, CBRN stakeholders and beneficiary countries to support the implementation of CBRN capacity-building activities (such as training sessions, national and regional workshops) with a particular focus on CBRN terrorism, counter proliferational finance, and CBRN disinformation; assist in the review of relevant documents and reports, including in English and French; participate in the identification of problems and issues to be addressed and recommend corrective actions; liaise with relevant parties; identify and track follow-up actions. - Assist in carrying out and reviewing research on selected aspects of CBRN programmes, operations and other activities, in particular on countering CBRN terrorism, proliferational finance, and CBRN disinformation. - Provide substantive support for policy coordination and evaluation functions, including reviewing and analysing of emerging issues and trends, participating in evaluations or research activities and studies related to CBRN risks. - Provide assistance for planning and facilitating expert meetings, training sessions and workshops. - Participate in and review survey initiatives; assist with the design of data collection tools; administer surveys, analyze and interpret results, identify problems/issues and prepare preliminary conclusions. - Contribute to outreach activities; participate in developing training workshops, seminars, etc.; participate in and make presentations on assigned topics/activities in English and French. - Participate in field missions by providing substantive and administrative support, conducting data collection activities, etc. - Assist in coordinating activities related to budget funding, includingprogramme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc., and the preparation of related documents/reports, such as pledging reports, work programme, programme budget, etc. - Contribute to the collection and analysis of data as well as identification of trends or patterns and provide draft 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 upon request. Competencies: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 develop sources for data collection. 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. 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. 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. Education:An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in international relations, political science, security studies, international security, communication, public policy, law, economics, terrorism studies, non-proliferation studies, or other related discipline 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. A first-level university degree and no experience will be accepted for candidates who have passed the United Nations Young Professionals Programme Examination (YPP), the Unite