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UN police has a number of vacancies that Member States can nominate candidates for. Please contact your national police HQ if you are interested in any of the vacancies.
 

2022

  • 9 Aug 2022

    Post title and level Operations: Liaison Officer, seconded (non-contracted) – 4 vacancies
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo
    Duty Station: Pristina/Mitrovica
    Reporting to: Senior Police Adviser, UNMIK through the established chain of command
    Duration: 12 Month (extendible)
    Deadline for applications: 12 September 2022
    Post available: Immediately /11 October 2022/ 28 November 2022 and 12 December 2022

    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education:
    • Graduation from a certified Police Academy/College and/or University degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in related field (Criminology, Public Administration, Social or Police Science) and a relevant combination of professional training and experience is required.
    Work Experience:
    • A minimum of five (5) years of relevant and progressive responsible experience in the field of policing (training, police management, police institutional and capacity building, planning, criminal investigation, forensics, operations, organized crime combating, drug enforcement, community policing and crime prevention, border police etc.) is required;
    • Excellent drafting skills and fluency in both oral and written English is required;
    • Previous working experience in intelligence/analytical or criminal investigation entities in national law enforcement environment;
    • Experience in international policing, law enforcement issues, international police liaison activities and/or reporting is distinct advantage;
    • Relevant experience of working in a multicultural environment and/or in peacekeeping operations (UN, NATO and/or EU) is desirable;
    • Previous experience in planning, preparation and implementation of projects is an advantage;
    • Good knowledge of the conditions prevailing in the country of assignment;
    • Excellent knowledge of MS Office package.
    Languages:
    • English and French are the working languages of the UN. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required.
    • Knowledge of a second official UN language is an advantage.
    • Knowledge of Serbian and/or Albanian language is highly desirable.

  • 9 Aug 2022

    Post title and level: Police Commissioner, D-1
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan (UNITAMS)
    Duty Station: Khartoum
    Reporting to: Head of Mission (directly or through the established chain of command)
    Duration of contract: 12 months
    Deadline for applications: 5 October 2022
    Job Opening number: 2022-UNITAMS-31039063-DPPA
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in law, police management, law
    enforcement, security studies, criminal justice, business or public administration, human resources
    management, change management or related area. A first-level university degree in combination with
    qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Advance training for
    command/ senior staff is highly desirable. Graduation from a certified Police Academy or other national or
    international Law Enforcement Training Institution is required.
    Work Experience: A candidate must be in active police service possessing minimum of 15 years (17 years in
    absence of advanced degree) of progressive and active policing service/experience at the field and/or national
    police headquarters level, including 10 years of active police experience at senior policy making level with
    extensive strategic planning and senior management experience in one or few of the following areas: police
    operations, human and financial resources management, crime management, police administration, police
    training and development, change management, reform and restructuring or related field. Practical direct
    experience in commanding a regional or a state level police infrastructure or heading a department at national
    police HQ level - required. Experience in project management, institutional development and
    coordination/leading of police development programs at strategic level is highly desirable. Previous UN or
    international experience is an advantage.
    Rank*: Rank required for a D-1 is Deputy/Assistant Police Commissioner, Deputy/Assistant Inspector
    General, Deputy Chief of Police, other equivalent to Brigade-General in the military or higher rank.
    Languages: For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of Arabic
    Language is an advantage.

  • 30 Jul 2022

    Post title and level: PoC Site Coordinator, P-4
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan
    Duty Station: One of the Protection of Civilians Sites across the Mission area
    Reporting to: Deputy Police Commissioner
    Duration: 12 Month (extendible)
    Deadline for applications: 28 September 2022
    Job Opening number: 2022-UNMISS-90801-DPO
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS


    Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in one or more of the following
    disciplines: Law, Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice Administration, Security Studies, Business or Public
    Administration, Development Studies (particularly in law enforcement) or other relevant field. A first
    level university degree with a combination of relevant professional level experience in law enforcement,
    including police management, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Specialized
    training in the area of incumbent’s responsibility (police management, operations, administration,
    training) is highly desirable. Graduation from a certified police academy or other law enforcement
    training institution is required.


    Work Experience: At least 7 years (9 years in absence of advanced university degree) of progressive and
    active relevant service/experience in a national or international law enforcement agency at the field
    (regional/district headquarters) and/or national police headquarters level – required; 5 years of direct
    supervisory/operational command experience, including involvement in organizational management,
    public order and crime prevention management, strategic planning, protection of civilians - required.
    Previous experience in UN peacekeeping operations or international policing, particularly in the area of
    community policing and protection of civilians is an advantage.
     

    Rank: Superintendent of Police, Lieutenant Colonel, other equivalent or higher rank.
     

    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For the post advertised, fluency in
    oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second official UN language is an advantage.

  • 11 Jul 2022

    VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 20 22-S P C-75776-DPO
    DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 30 September 2022
    POST TITLE AND LEVEL: Personnel Management Officer, P-3
    DUTY STATION: Brindisi
    ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: Department of Peace Oprations

    QUALIFICATIONS :

     

    Education: Advanced university degree (Master' s degree or equivalent) in criminal justice, police sciences, police administration and management or other related field. A first level university degree in combination with qualifying experience in law enforcement and police may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Graduation from a certified police academy or similar law enforcement training institution is required.

    Work Experience: A minimum of five years (seven years in absence of advanced university degree) of progressively

     responsible experience in police administration, management, human resources or related field, including police human resources planning and

     recruitment at the national and/or international level is required. Knowledge of project management and experience in training del ivery as well as of gender mainstreaming is an advantage. Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other organizations is desirab le.

    Rank: The candidate must be in the rank of Chief/Senior Inspector, Major, equivalent or higher rank.

    Languages: For the post advertised, fluency in oral and 'written English is required. Fluency in French is desirable.

  • 30 Jun 2022

    Post title and level: Police Chief of Operations, P-4
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA)
    Duty Station: Abyei
    Reporting to: Deputy Police Commissioner
    Duration: 12 Month (extendible)
    Deadline for applications: 27 June – 26 August 2022
    Job opening number: 2022-UNISFA-04491-DPO
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education:
    Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in one or more of the following disciplines: Law,
    Law Enforcement, Security, Criminal Justice Administration, Business or
    Public Administration, Development Studies (particularly in law enforcement) or other relevant field. A first level university/bachelor’s degree with a combination of relevant professional level experience in law enforcement, including police operations and administration, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Graduation from a certified police academy is required.
    Work Experience:
    At least 7 years (9 years in absence of advanced university degree) of progressively relevant and active policing service/experience in a national or international law enforcement agency at the field and/or national police headquarters level - required; 5 years of active managerial police experience with practical involvement in operational planning, commanding police operations (including with formed police units' use), policy development - required. Practical direct experience in commanding a regional or a state level police infrastructures/pillars – highly desirable. Experience in one or few of the following areas is desirable: crime management, police administration, police training and development, community policing, change management (particularly in law enforcement) or related field. Previous UN or international experience is an advantage.
    Rank: Lieutenant-Colonel/Superintendent of Police or other service equivalent or higher.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second official UN language (Arabic) is an advantage.

  • 6 Jun 2022

    Post title and level: Interpol Liaison Officer (2 positions), seconded (non-contracted)
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo
    Duty Station: Pristina
    Reporting to: Senior Police Adviser
    Duration: 12 Month (extendible)
    Deadline for applications: 25 September 2022
    Post available: 23 June 2022
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:


    Education:
    Graduation from a certified Police Academy/College and/or University degree (Bachelor’s degree or
    equivalent) in related field (Criminology, Public Administration, Social or Police Science) and a relevant
    combination of professional training and experience is required.


    Work Experience:
    A minimum of seven (7) years of relevant and progressive diverse experience in the field of policing,
    including international police cooperation, management, planning, institutional and capacity buildingwithin
    police, criminal investigation, forensics, operations, combating organized crime etc., is required;
    Recent active working experience in Interpol NCB on matters related to issuance of Notices and Diffusions,
    search for fugitives and stolen/misappropriated objects using INTERPOL databases is an advantage.Wideranging
    working experience in criminal investigation entities in national law enforcement environment or in
    the field of international police cooperation may be considered in lieu of recent Interpol NCB experience;
    Experience in international policing or lawenforcement, international police liaison activities and/or reporting
    is desirable; Practical experience in planning and project management is desirable;

    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission Service (AMS) either by a Selection Assistance and Assessment Team (SAAT) deployed to a Member State
    or on the basis of an in-mission AMS upon arrival of the candidates. Failure to pass the in-mission assessment
    will result in candidate’s repatriation. All repatriation related expenses in this case are to be borne by the
    Member State. Therefore, the Member States are strongly encouraged to request a SAAT to conduct anAMS
    in the Member State prior to the police personnel deployment.


    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN and INTERPOL. For the post
    advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second official INTERPOL
    language (French, Spanish) is an advantage.

  • 18 Apr 2022

    VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 2022-SPC-75916-DPO
    DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 12 July 2022
    POST TITLE AND LEVEL: Public Order Adviser, P-4
    DUTY STATION: BRINDISI
    ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: DEPARTMENT OF PEACE OPERATIONS

    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in the applied sciences, social sciences or other relevant field. A first level university degree with a combination of relevant academic qualifications and extensive experience in police operational matters, including public order maintenance may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Graduation from a certified police academy or similar law enforcement training institution is required.

    Work Experience: A minimum of 7 years of active law enforcement experience in a national law enforcement agency at the strategic, operational and administrative levels, including at least three years of experience in crowd management and riot control and other public order matters, both with regards to policy-making and implementation, is required. Experience in UN peacekeeping missions, other similar international organizations is required.

    Rank: The candidate must be in the rank of at least Superintendent or Lt. Colonel, equivalent or higher rank.

    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Fluency in French is desirable.

  • 18 Apr 2022

    Post title and level: SPC Transnational Crime Officer P-3
    Organizational Unit: DEPARTMENT OF PEACE OPERATIONS (DPO)

    Deadline for Appication: 12 July 2022
    Duty Station: BRINDISI, ITALY
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in Law, Criminology, Social Sciences, or another relevant field. A first level university degree with a combination of relevant academic qualifications and extensive experience in combating transnational, serious and organized crime may be acceptable in lieu of the advanced University degree. Graduation from a certified police academy or other similar law enforcement training institution is required.

    Work Experience: A minimum of five years of active policing experience in a national police or other law enforcement agency at the strategic, operational and administrative levels, including at least three years of experience in anti-transnational crime and anti-organized crime policy-making and implementation is required. Experience in UN peacekeeping missions, other similar international organizations is required. Experience in the use of modern Internet-based research methodologies and sources is desirable.

    Rank: The candidate must be in the rank of at least Chief Inspector or Major, equivalent, or higher rank.

    Language: English and French are the working languages of the UN Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Fluency in French is desirable.

     

  • 13 Apr 2022

    Post title and level: Gender Based Violence Police Adviser, P-3
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA)
    Duty Station: Abyei
    Reporting to: Police Commissioner through Chief of Operations
    Duration: 12 Month (extendible)
    Deadline for application: 11 June 2022
    Job Opening number : 2022-UNISFA-4492-DPO
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced University Degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Law enforcement, Criminal Justice, Security, Public Administration, Security Sciences, Human Resources Management, Social Sciences, Development Studies (particularly in law enforcement), Change Management or other relevant field. A first level university degree with a combination of relevant academic qualifications and extensive experience in law enforcement, including public order management, police unit commanding and planning police operations may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Graduation from a certified police academy or other law enforcement training institution is required.
    Work Experience: A minimum of 5 years (7 years in absence of advanced degree) of progressive and active relevant service/experience at the field level (region/district) including direct practical experience in crime Prevention, Domestic violence, Community Policing, Victim Protection, Project Management experience is required. Experience in Gender Mainstreaming, policy development and implementing GBV programs in emergency and post-conflict contexts is highly desirable. Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other international organizations is an advantage.
    Rank: Rank required for a P-3 is Major, Chief Inspector, Superintendent, its equivalent or higher rank
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second official UN language (Arabic) is an advantage.
    Preference will be given to equally qualified women candidates.
    Date of Issuance: 12 April 2022

  • 29 Mar 2022

    Intitulé du poste : Officier de Planification (Police Communautaire), P-3
    Organisation : Bureau Intégré des Nations Unies en Haïti (BINUH),
    Lieu d’affectation : Port-au-Prince
    Autorité hiérarchique : Chef de la Composante Police
    Durée du contrat :12 mois
    Date limite de dépôt de candidature : 30avril 2022
    Numéro du poste : 2021-BINUH-00012-DPPA
    Valeurs Fondamentales des Nations Unies : Intégrité, Professionnalisme et Respect de la Diversité

     

    QUALIFICATIONS :
    Formation : Un diplôme universitaire supérieur (Master ou équivalent) en droit, en justice pénale, en
    administration publique, en gestion des ressources humaines et des réformes, en sciences sociales, études
    du développement (en particulier dans le domaine de l’application de la Loi), dans le management des
    réformes ou dans tout autre domaine apparenté, est exigé. A défaut, un diplôme universitaire de premier
    cycle, assorti d'une qualification professionnelle pertinente et d’une expérience professionnelle
    approfondie dans l’application de la loi et notamment dans la planification et l’administration, peut être
    accepté. Un diplôme délivré par une école de police agréée ou un établissement similaire de formation à
    l’application de la loi est également exigé.
     

    Expérience professionnelle : Justifier d’au moins 5 ans (7 en l’absence de diplôme universitaire
    supérieur) d'expérience professionnelle pertinente et progressive, dans le domaine de l’application de la
    loi, au sein d’une organisation nationale ou internationale chargé de l’application de la loi, à des niveaux
    stratégique, opérationnel et managérial ; Une expérience pratique approfondie de l’organisation,
    l’administration et la gestion des ressources de la police, ainsi que de la police communautaire et
    notamment de l’élaboration et la mise en oeuvre des programmes de prévention de la criminalité, est
    exigé. Posséder une connaissance des outils et programmes informatiques.
     

    Grade : le grade requis pour un poste P-3 est Major/Commissaire de Police et tous grades équivalents ou
    supérieurs.

  • 29 Mar 2022

    Post title and level: UN Police Planning Officer (Community Policing), P-3
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH)
    Duty Station: Port of Prince
    Reporting to: BINUH Police Commissioner
    Duration: 12 Month
    Deadline for application: 30 April 2022
    Job Opening number: 2021-BINUH-00012-DPPA
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced University Degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Law enforcement, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Human Resources Management, Social Sciences, Development Studies (particularly in law enforcement), Change Management or another relevant field. A first level university degree with a combination of relevant academic qualifications and extensive experience in law enforcement, including planning and administration may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Graduation from a certified police academy or other law enforcement training institution is required.
    Work Experience: A minimum of 5 years (7 years in absence of advanced degree) of relevant progressive responsible experience in law enforcement in a national or international law enforcement agency at the strategic, operational, and managerial level. Extensive practical experience in police administration, organizational and resource management, and Community Policing including in the development and implementation of crime prevention programs is required. Computer skills and knowledge of working software, applications or devices.
    Rank: Rank required for a P-3 is Major/Superintendent or other service equivalent or higher.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English and French (oral and written) is required. Knowledge of Haitian Creole is a strong advantage.

  • 16 Feb 2022

    Post title and level: Police Chief of Operations, P-4
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan
    Duty Station: Juba
    Reporting to: Deputy Police Commissioner
    Duration: 12 Month (extendible)
    Deadline for applications: 10 April 2022
    Job opening number: 2022-UNMISS-90898-DPO
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) in law, police management, law enforcement, security studies, criminal justice, business or public administration, human resources management, change management, or related area. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Specialized training in the area of incumbent’s responsibility (operations, reform, administration, training etc.) is highly desirable. Graduation from a certified Police Academy or other national Law Enforcement Training Institution is required.
    Work Experience: A minimum of 7 years (9 years in absence of advanced degree) of progressively relevant and active policing service/experience in a national or international law enforcement agency at the field and/or national police headquarters level - required; 5 years of active police experience at policy making level with strategic planning and management experience in one or few of the following areas: police operations, human and financial resources management, crime management, police administration, police training and development, change management (particularly in law enforcement), reform and restructuring or related field - required; practical direct experience in commanding a regional or a state level police units – highly desirable. Previous UN or international experience is an advantage.
    Rank: Superintendent of Police, Lieutenant Colonel, other equivalent or higher rank.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second official UN language is an advantage.

  • 10 Jan 2022

    Post title and level: Community Policing Advisor, P-4
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan
    Duty Station: Juba
    Reporting to: Deputy Police Commissioner
    Duration: 12 Month (extendible)
    Deadline for applications: 06 March 2022
    Job opening number: 2022-UNMISS-82442-DPO
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS
    Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in one or more of the following disciplines: Law, Criminal Justice Administration, International Relations, Business or Public Administration, Political Science, Development Studies (particularly in law enforcement) or other relevant field. A first level university degree with a combination of relevant professional level experience in law enforcement, including police management, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Graduation from a certified police academy or other law enforcement training institution is required.
    Work Experience: At least 7 years (9 years in absence of advanced university degree) of progressive and active relevant service/experience at the field (region/district) and/or at the national headquarters level, including 5 years of direct involvement in the development and implementation of community policing programs/initiatives - required; experience in the development of training modules and training delivery - required; practical experience in policy and guidance development and implementation - required. Previous experience in UN peacekeeping operations or international policing in the area of community policing is an advantage.
    Rank: Lieutenant-Colonel/Superintendent of Police or other service equivalent or higher.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second official UN language is an advantage.

  • 10 Jan 2022

    Post title and level: Capacity Building and Development Coordinator, P-4
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA)
    Duty Station: Abyei
    Reporting to: Police Commissioner
    Duration: 12 Month (extendible)
    Deadline for applications: 06 March 2022
    Job Opening number: 2022-UNISFA- 4493-DPO
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) in law, police management, law enforcement, security studies, criminal justice, business or international relations/public administration, change management, or related area. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Specialized training in the area of reforming, planning, community policing and training is highly desirable. Graduation from a certified Police Academy or other national or international Law Enforcement Training Institution is required.
    Work Experience: A minimum of 7 years (9 years in absence of advanced degree) of relevant progressive responsible experience in law enforcement in a national or international law enforcement agency at the strategic, operational, and managerial level, strategic planning and policy development are required. Extensive practical experience in community policing in addition to one or few areas such as police administration, police or security sector reform, organizational and resource management, change management (particularly in law enforcement), is highly desirable. Previous UN or other international experience is an advantage.
    Languages: For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second official UN language, preferably Arabic, is an advantage.
    Rank: Superintendent of Police, Lieutenant Colonel, other equivalent or higher rank.

2021

  • 15 Dec 2021

    Post title and level: Deputy Senior Police Advisor, seconded (non-contracted)
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP)
    Duty Station: Nicosia
    Reporting to: Senior Police Advisor
    Duration: 12 Month (extendible)
    Deadline for applications: 31 January 2022
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Graduation from a certified police academy or other similar law enforcement training institution
    is required. A first level university degree in combination with qualifying experience in establishment of
    initiatives related to community policing, police management, police administration or peacekeeping is
    desired.
    Experience: At least twelve (12) years of progressive and active policing service/experience, including four
    (4) years of senior police management experience commanding diverse teams in a multi-disciplined
    workplace, including the development of budgets and organizational policy. Peacekeeping or other
    international experience is highly desirable.
    Rank: IPO posts are non-ranked positions, however considering managerial scope of incumbent’s work, a
    candidate’s rank equivalent to Superintendent, Lieutenant Colonel, or similar is desired.
    Languages: fluency in oral and written English is required.
    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission
    Service (AMS) either by a Selection Assistance and Assessment Team (SAAT) deployed to a Member State
    or on the basis of an in-mission AMS upon arrival of the candidates. Failure to pass the in-mission
    assessment will result in candidate’s repatriation. All repatriation related expenses in this case are to be
    borne by the Member State. Therefore, the Member States are strongly encouraged to request a SAAT to
    conduct an AMS in the Member State prior to the police personnel deployment.
    Additionally desired:
    • In-depth understanding of UN mandates and the implementation processes;
    • Previous experience in UN Police post-conflict operations;
    • Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to democratic policing;
    • Attendance of formally recognized or accredited SSR-related programmes;
    • Good knowledge of the conditions prevailing in Cyprus with the ability to appraise and evaluate the
    implications of economic, political, cultural and historical sensitivities in the region.

  • 14 Dec 2021

    Post title and level: Interpol Liaison Officer, seconded (non-contracted)
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo
    Duty Station: Pristina
    Reporting to: Senior Police Adviser
    Duration: 12 Month (extendible)
    Deadline for applications: 15 January 2022
    Post available: 25 March 2022
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Graduation from a certified Police Academy/College and/or University degree (Bachelor’s degree or
    equivalent) in related field (Criminology, Public Administration, Social or Police Science) and a relevant
    combination of professional training and experience is required.
    Work Experience: A minimum of seven (7) years of relevant and progressive diverse experience in the field of policing,
    including international police cooperation, management, planning, institutional and capacity building within
    police, criminal investigation, forensics, operations, combating organized crime etc., is required;
    Recent active working experience in Interpol NCB on matters related to issuance of Notices and Diffusions,
    search for fugitives and stolen/misappropriated objects using INTERPOL databases is an advantage. Wideranging
    working experience in criminal investigation entities in national law enforcement environment or in
    the field of international police cooperation may be considered in lieu of recent Interpol NCB experience;
    Experience in international policing or law enforcement, international police liaison activities and/or reporting
    is desirable; Practical experience in planning and project management is desirable;

    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission
    Service (AMS) either by a Selection Assistance and Assessment Team (SAAT) deployed to a Member State
    or on the basis of an in-mission AMS upon arrival of the candidates. Failure to pass the in-mission assessment
    will result in candidate’s repatriation. All repatriation related expenses in this case are to be borne by the
    Member State. Therefore, the Member States are strongly encouraged to request a SAAT to conduct an AMS
    in the Member State prior to the police personnel deployment.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN and INTERPOL. For the post
    advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second official INTERPOL
    language (French, Spanish) is an advantage.

  • 9 Dec 2021

    Post title and level: Police Planning Adviser, P-4
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Office in African Union
    Duty Station: Addis Ababa
    Reporting to: Senior Planning Officer
    Duration: 12 Month (extendible)
    Deadline for applications: 10 January 2022
    Job Opening number: 2021-UNOAU-78884-DPO
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, criminal justice, police
    sciences, police administration and management or other related field. Graduation from a certified police
    academy or similar law enforcement training institution is required. A first level university degree in
    combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
    Specialized training in strategic planning, project/program management, research and analysis is desired.
    Work Experience: Candidate must be in active police service possessing a minimum of 7 years (9 years
    in absence of advanced degree) of progressive experience in a national or international law enforcement
    agency at the field and/or national police headquarters level, including at least 5 years of work at policy
    making level with practical experience in strategic planning, police management, gap analysis and needs
    assessment, policy and guidance development, police operations (including operational planning) and
    police administration, capacity building and training. Practical experience in human and financial
    resources management, change management (particularly in law enforcement), reform and restructuring,
    research and information analysis, project/program management is highly desirable. Previous experience
    of working in UN or another international environment is desirable. Experience of work in an African
    Union entity is an advantage.
    Rank*: Rank required for a P-4 is Superintendent, Lt. Colonel, other service equivalent rank or higher.
    Languages: For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a
    second official UN language (French and/or Arabic) is an advantage.

  • 9 Dec 2021

    Post title and level: Police Reform Adviser, P-4
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Office in African Union
    Duty Station: Addis Ababa
    Reporting to: Senior Planning Officer
    Duration: 12 Month (extendible)
    Deadline for applications: 10 January 2022
    Job Opening number: 2021-UNOAU-62425-DPO
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, criminal justice, police
    sciences, police administration and management or other related field. Graduation from a certified police
    academy or similar law enforcement training institution is required. A first level university degree in
    combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
    Specialized training in strategic planning, project/program management, research and analysis is desired.
    Work Experience: Candidate must be in active police service possessing a minimum of 7 years (9 years
    in absence of advanced degree) of progressive experience in a national or international law enforcement
    agency at the field and/or national police headquarters level, including at least 5 years of work at policy
    making level with practical experience in police management minimum at district/region level, gap
    analysis and needs assessment, policy and guidance development, police operations and police
    administration, capacity building and training, including training need analysis, curriculum development
    and training management. Practical experience in reform and restructuring, institutional building,
    interagency coordination and liaison, change management (particularly in law enforcement), research and
    information analysis, project/program management, human resources management is highly desirable.
    Previous experience of working in UN or another international environment is desirable. Experience of
    work in an African Union entity is an advantage.
    Rank*: Rank required for a P-4 is Superintendent, Lt. Colonel, other service equivalent rank or higher.
    Languages: For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a
    second official UN language (French and/or Arabic) is an advantage.

  • 9 Dec 2021

    Post title and level: Police Chief of Staff, P-5
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan
    Duty Station: Juba
    Reporting to: Deputy Police Commissioner
    Duration: 12 Month (extendible)
    Deadline for applications: 17 January 2021
    Job Opening number: 2020-UNMISS-82371-DPO
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced University Degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Law enforcement, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Human Resources Management, Logistics, Social Sciences or other relevant field. A first level university degree with a combination of relevant academic qualifications and extensive experience in law enforcement, including planning and administration may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Graduation from a certified police academy or other law enforcement training institution is also required.

    Work Experience: A minimum of 10 years (12 years in absence of advanced degree) of relevant progressive responsible experience in law enforcement in a national law enforcement agency at the strategic, operational, and managerial level. At least seven (7) years of practical experience in such areas as police administration, human and/or financial resources managements, assets management, police policy development. Familiarity with United Nations administrative policies and procedures is highly desirable.
    Rank: Colonel/ Chief or Senior Superintendent, equivalent or higher.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Working knowledge of a second official UN language (Arabic) is an advantage.

  • 22 Jun 2021

    VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER 2021-SPC-75918-DPO
    DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 15 September 2021
    POST TITLE AND LEVEL: Community Policing Adviser, P-4
    DUTY STATION
    ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT BRINDISI
    INDICATIVE MINIMUM GROSS ANNUAL DEPARTMENT OF PEACE OPERATIONS

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, social sciences, criminal justice or related field. A combination
    of a Bachelor’s degree and extensive experience in police operational matters including community oriented policing may be accepted in lieu of
    the advanced degree. Graduation from a certified police academy or other law enforcement training facility is required.

    Work Experience: Aminimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in active national police service at the strategic, operational and administrative
    levels with the rank of Superintendent or Lt. Colonel, other service equivalent or higher rank is required. At least three years of specific
    experience in community-oriented policing, both policy-making and implementation is required. Peacekeeping or other international experience
    in the UN or other international organizations is desirable.

    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For the post
    advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Fluency in French is desirable.

  • 22 Jun 2021

    VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 2021-SPC-75910-DPKO
    DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 15 September 2021
    POST TITLE AND LEVEL: Logistics Planning Adviser, P-4
    DUTY STATION: BRINDISI

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in the applied sciences, public administration, business management or other relevant field. A
    first level university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and extensive experience in law enforcement operational matters, including
    logistical support or procurement may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Graduation from a certified police academy or other law enforcement
    training facility is required.
    Work Experience: A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in active national police or other law enforcement agency with a rank of
    Superintendent or Lt. Colonel, other service equivalent or higher rank is required including five years of experience in capital projects (new projects and maintenance)
    and logistical management (budget, procurement, assets management, replacements, losses, decommissioning, etc.) for law enforcement agencies. Experience in the use
    of modern Internet-based research methodologies and sources is desirable. Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other organizations is desirable.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For the advertised post, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another
    UN official language is desirable.

  • 22 Jun 2021

    VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 2021-SPC-75927-DPO
    DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 15 September 2021
    POST TITLE AND LEVEL: Transnational Crime Officer, P-3
    DUTY STATION: BRINDISI

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in Law, Criminology, Social Sciences, or another relevant field.
    A first level university degree
    with a combination of relevant academic qualifications and extensive experience in combating serious and organized crime may be acceptable in lieu of the advanced
    University degree.
    Graduation from a certified police academy or other similar law enforcement training institution is required.
    Work Experience: A minimum of five
    years of active policing experience in a national police or other law enforcement agency at the operational, and administrative levels, including at least two years of
    experience in anti-transnational crime and anti-organized crime policy-making is required. In active national police service, with a current rank of at least Chief
    Inspector or Major, equivalent or higher rank is required. Experience in UN peacekeeping missions, other similar international organizations is required. Experience in
    the use of modern Internet-based research methodologies and sources is desirable.
    Language: English and French are the most used working languages of the UN.
    For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of other official UN languages, including French is highly desirable.

  • 22 Jun 2021

    VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 2021-SPC-75908-DPO
    DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:15 September 2021
    POST TITLE AND LEVEL: Police Reform Adviser, P-4
    DUTY STATION: BRINDISI
    ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: DEPARTMENT OF PEACE OPERATIONS

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in the applied sciences, social sciences or relevant field. A first level university degree
    with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience in rule of law and police reform may be accepted in lieu of the advanced
    university degree. Graduation from a certified police academy or similar law enforcement training institution is required.

    Work Experience: A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in rule of law developmental matters – knowledge of police reform, including law
    enforcement development and capacity-building is required. In active national police service with a rank of Superintendent or Lt. Colonel, other service
    equivalent or higher rank is required. Experience in the use of modern Internet-based research methodologies and sources are required. Peacekeeping or
    other international experience in the UN or other organizations is desirable.

    Languages: English and French are theworking languages of theUN. For the
    post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Fluency in French is desirable.

  • 22 Jun 2021

    VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 2021-SPC-78755-DPO
    DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 15 September 2021
    POST TITLE AND LEVEL: Team Leader, P-5
    DUTY STATION: BRINDISI
    ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: DEPARTMENT OF PEACE OPERATIONS

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in the applied sciences, social sciences or other relevant field. A first level university degree
    with a combination of relevant academic qualifications and extensive senior experience in law enforcement and community safety issues may be accepted in lieu of the
    advanced university degree. Graduation from a certified police academy or similar law enforcement training institution is required.
    Work Experience: A minimum of 10 years of experience in an active national law enforcement Experience in managing multi-disciplinary teams is required. Must be
    a senior professional police officer on active duty with the rank of Deputy Commissioner, Chief Superintendent or rank equivalent to a full Colonel. Peacekeeping or
    other international experience in the UN or other international organizations is also required.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required.
    Fluency in French is desirable.

  • 18 Jun 2021

    Intitulé du poste et rang : Adjoint au Chef de la Composante Police, D1/P5
    Organisation : Opération de maintien de la paix des Nations Unies ou
    Mission Politique Spéciale
    Lieu d’affectation : Reserve des cadres supérieurs de la police
    Superviseur : Chef de la Composante Police
    Durée du contrat : 12 mois (renouvelable)
    Date limite de dépôt de
    candidature : 30 juillet 2021

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Formation : Diplôme universitaire du second cycle (Master ou équivalent) en droit, gestion policière,
    application de la loi, études de sécurité, justice pénale, administration publique, gestion des ressources
    humaines, gestion du changement, ou dans un domaine connexe.
    Un diplôme universitaire de premier cycle combiné à une expérience pertinente peut être accepté en lieu et
    place du diplôme universitaire du second cycle. Une formation avancée pour le commandement / les cadres
    supérieurs est hautement souhaitable. L'obtention d'un diplôme d'une académie de police certifiée ou d'un
    autre établissement de formation en application de la loi reconnu à l'échelle nationale ou internationale est
    également requis.
    Expérience professionnelle : Un minimum de 15 ans (10 ans pour un P5) de service actif / d’expérience
    progressive dans la police de terrain et au niveau du siège de la police nationale, dont 10 ans (7 ans pour un
    P5) d’expérience policière active à un niveau de prise décision élevé avec une expérience approfondie de
    planification stratégique et de gestion dans des domaines tels que les opérations de police, la gestion de la
    criminalité et l'administration de la police. Une expérience pratique de commandement dans la direction
    d’unités de police de niveau régional ou étatique est requise. Une experience policière en gestion des
    ressources humaines et financières, la formation et le développement de la police, la gestion du changement,
    de la réforme et de la restructuration est hautement souhaitable. Une expérience antérieure au sein des Nations
    Unies ou une expérience internationale est un avantage.
    Grade* :
    • Le grade requis pour un D-1 est Commissaire Divisionnaire, Contrôleur Général, Chef de Police
    adjoint, équivalent au grade militaire de General de Brigade ou tout grade équivalent ou supérieur.
    • Le grade requis pour un P-5 est Commissaire Principal de Police, Colonel ou tout grade equivalent ou
    supérieur.
    Langues : En fonction de l’opération de maintien de la paix du déploiement, la maîtrise de l'anglais (dans les
    missions anglophones), la français et l’anglais (dans les missions francophones), oral et écrit est requise.
    Certaines missions peuvent exiger la maîtrise d’une langue supplémentaire. La connaissance d'une autre
    langue officielle des Nations Unies est un avantage.

  • 18 Jun 2021

    Intitulé du poste et rang : Conseiller Principal de Police, P5
    Organisation : Opération de maintien de la paix des Nations Unies ou Mission Politique Spéciale
    Lieu d’affectation : Reserve des cadres supérieurs de la police
    Superviseur : Chef de Mission (directement ou à travers une chaîne de
    commandement établie)
    Durée du contrat : 12 mois (renouvelable)
    Date limite de dépôt de
    candidature : 30 juillet 2021

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Formation : Diplôme universitaire du second cycle (Master ou équivalent) en droit, gestion policière,
    application de la loi, études de sécurité, justice pénale, administration publique, gestion des ressources
    humaines, gestion du changement, ou dans un domaine connexe.
    Un diplôme universitaire de premier cycle combiné à une expérience pertinente peut être accepté en lieu et
    place du diplôme universitaire du second cycle. Une formation avancée pour le commandement / les cadres
    supérieurs est hautement souhaitable. L'obtention d'un diplôme d'une académie de police certifiée ou d'un
    autre établissement de formation en application de la loi reconnu à l'échelle nationale ou internationale est
    également requis.
    Expérience professionnelle: Un minimum de 10 ans (12 ans en l’absence d’un diplôme universitaire de
    second cycle) de service actif et expérience progressive sur le terrain et au niveau du siège/quartier général de
    la police nationale ; 7 ans d'expérience policière active à un niveau de prise décision stratégique, d’élaboration
    des politiques avec une expérience approfondie de planification stratégique et de gestion dans des domaines
    tels que : les opérations de police, la gestion de la criminalité et l'administration de la police. Une expérience
    pratique de commandement dans la direction d’unités de police de niveau régional ou étatique est requise.
    Une experience policière en gestion des ressources humaines et financières, la formation et le développement
    de la police, la gestion du changement, de la réforme et de la restructuration est hautement souhaitable. Une
    expérience antérieure au sein des Nations Unies ou une expérience internationale est un avantage.
    Grade : Le grade requis pour un P-5 est Commissaire Principal de Police, Colonel ou tout grade equivalent
    ou supérieur.
    Langues : En fonction de l’opération de maintien de la paix du déploiement, la maîtrise de l'anglais (dans les
    missions anglophones), la français et l’anglais (dans les missions francophones), oral et écrit est requise.
    Certaines missions peuvent exiger la maîtrise d’une langue supplémentaire. La connaissance d'une autre
    langue officielle des Nations Unies est un avantage.

  • 18 Jun 2021

    Post title and level: Deputy Police Commissioner, D1/P5
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Peacekeeping Operation or Special Political Mission
    Duty Station: Senior Police Leadership Roster
    Reporting to: Police Commissioner
    Duration: Up to 12 Month (extendable)
    Deadline for applications: 30 July 2021

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in law, police management, law
    enforcement, security studies, criminal justice, business or public administration, human resources
    management, change management or related area. A first-level university degree in combination with
    qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Advance training for
    command/ senior staff is highly desirable. Graduation from a certified Police Academy or other national or
    international Law Enforcement Institution is required.
    Work Experience: A candidate must be in active police service possessing minimum of 15 years (10 years
    for P-5 level) of progressive and active policing service/experience at the field and/or national police
    headquarters level; 10 years (7 years for P-5 level) of active police experience at senior policy making level
    with extensive strategic planning and management experience in the following areas: police operations, crime
    management and police administration. Practical direct experience in commanding a regional or a state level
    police infrastructure, or heading a department at national police HQ level - required. Experience in police
    human and financial resources management, police training and development, change management, reform
    and restructuring – highly desirable. Previous UN or international experience is an advantage.
    Rank*:
    • Rank required for a D-1, is Deputy/Assistant Police Commissioner, Deputy/Assistant Inspector
    General, Deputy Chief of Police, other equivalent to Brigade-General in the military or higher rank.
    • Rank required for a P-5 is Senior/Chief Superintendent of Police, Colonel, other equivalent or higher
    rank
    Languages: Depending on the peace operation of deployment, fluency in English (in English speaking
    missions), French and English (in French speaking missions), both written and oral, is required. Some
    missions may require fluency in additional language. Knowledge of another UN official language is an
    advantage.

  • 18 Jun 2021

    Post title and level: Police Commissioner, D2/D1
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Peacekeeping Operation or Special Political Mission
    Duty Station: Senior Police Leadership Roster
    Reporting to: Head of Mission (directly or through the established chain of command)
    Duration: Up to 12 Month (extendable)
    Deadline for applications: 30 July 2021

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in law, police management, law
    enforcement, security studies, criminal justice, business or public administration, human resources
    management, change management, social sciences, international relations or related area. A first-level
    university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced
    university degree. Advance training for command/ senior staff is highly desirable. Graduation from a certified
    Police Academy or other national or international law enforcement training institution is required.
    Work Experience: A candidate must be in active police service possessing minimum of 15 years (17 years in
    absence of advanced degree) of progressive and active policing service/experience at the field and/or national
    police headquarters level, including 10 years of active police experience at senior policy making level with
    extensive strategic planning and management experience in the following areas: police operations, crime
    management and police administration. Practical direct experience in commanding a regional or a state level
    police infrastructure, or heading a department at national police HQ level - required. Experience in police
    human and financial resources management, police training and development, change management, reform
    and restructuring – highly desirable. Previous UN or international experience is an advantage.
    Rank*:
    • Rank required for a D-2 is Police Commissioner, Inspector General, Chief of Police, other equivalent
    to the military rank of Major General or above.
    • Rank required for a D-1 is Deputy/Assistant Police Commissioner, Deputy/Assistant Inspector
    General, Deputy Chief of Police, other equivalent to Brigade-General in the military or higher rank.
    Languages: Depending on the peace operation of deployment, fluency in English (in English speaking
    missions), French and English (in French speaking missions), both written and oral, is required. Some
    missions may require fluency in additional language. Knowledge of another UN official language is an
    advantage.
    Since the fluency in English (written and oral), is required both for English speaking and French speaking
    missions, assessment for the Senior Police Leadership Roster will be carried out in English.

  • 18 Jun 2021

    Post title and level: Senior Police Adviser, P5
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Peacekeeping Operation or Special Political Mission
    Duty Station: Senior Police Leadership Roster
    Reporting to: Head of Mission (directly or through the established chain of command)
    Duration: Up to 12 Month (extendable)
    Deadline for applications: 30 July 2021

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in law, law enforcement, police
    management, security studies, criminal justice, business or public administration, human resources
    management, change management, or other relevant field. A first-level university degree in combination with
    qualifying experience in law enforcement, including management, planning and administration may be
    accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Advanced training for command/senior staff is highly
    desirable. Graduation from a certified police academy or other recognized national or international law
    enforcement training institution is required.
    Work Experience: A candidate must be in active police service possessing minimum of 10 years (12 years in
    absence of advanced degree) of progressive and active policing service/experience at the field and/or national
    police headquarters level; 7 years of active police experience at senior policy making level with extensive
    strategic planning and management experience in the following areas: police operations, crime management
    and police administration. Practical direct experience in commanding a regional or a state level police
    infrastructure, or heading a department at national police HQ level - required. Experience in police human and
    financial resources management, police training and development, change management, reform and
    restructuring – highly desirable. Previous UN or international experience is an advantage.
    Rank*: Rank required for a P-5 is Senior/Chief Superintendent of Police, Colonel, other equivalent or higher
    rank.
    Languages: Depending on the peace operation of deployment, fluency in English (in English speaking
    missions), French and English (in French speaking missions), both written and oral, is required. Some
    missions may require fluency in additional language. Knowledge of another UN official language is an
    advantage.

  • 16 Jun 2021

    Posting Title : UN POLICE OFFICER, P4
    Job Code Title : UN POLICE OFFICER
    Department/ Office : Department of Peace Operations
    Location : NEW YORK
    Posting Period : 7 June 2021-21 July 2021
    Job Opening number : 21-ROL-Department of Peace Operations-150488-R-NEW YORK (X)
    Staffing Exercise : N/A

    Education
    Advanced University degree in (Master's degree or equivalent) in law, police management, law enforcement, security studies, criminal justice, criminology or social sciences related to investigations, or related area. A first level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university. Graduation from a certified police academy or other law enforcement training institution is required.
    Work Experience
    At least seven (7) years experience (nine (9) years in absence of advanced university degree) in an active policing service in criminal investigations in a national or international police or other law enforcement agencies in the field or headquarters, or related field is required.
    Five (5) years of active police experience at policy making level in one of the following areas: police operations, crime management, police administration, police training and development, change management (particularly in law enforcement), reform and restructuring or related field is required. Experience in investigation of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) crimes is desirable.
    Experience in conducting or supporting criminal investigations and mentoring police in a conflict or post-conflict/crisis environment is desirable. Experience of working with an international or regional organizations is desirable. Experience in preparing analytical and/or assessment reports is desirable. Practical experience in project design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation is desirable.
    Languages
    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English (oral and written) is required and fluency in French is desirable.
    Assessment
    Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
    Special Notice
    Appointment or assignment against this position is for an initial period of one year. The appointment or assignment and renewal there of are subject to the availability of the post or funds, budgetary approval or extension of the mandate

  • 6 May 2021

    Post title and level: Forensic Geneticist (Non-uniformed, non-contracted) IPO, 1 Post
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability
    for Crimes Committed by Da’esh/ISIL (UNITAD)
    Duty Station: Baghdad
    Reporting to: Chief of Office of Evidence Management
    Duration: 12 Month (Extendable)
    Deadline for applications: 15 June 2021
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in biology, biochemistry, forensics,
    genetics or other related scientific fields. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying
    experience and relevant academic/professional qualifications, such as
    accreditations from military or government command and staff colleges, may be accepted in
    lieu of the advanced university degree. Formal qualifications and/or certifications in forensic DNA analysis as
    applied to human identification, forensic quality management systems and international standards in forensic
    science (pursuant to a course of study, training and examinations of a state/national law enforcement
    institution, a national military academy or a federal/national intelligence service training institution,
    supplemented with professional development courses and/or certifications involving study, training and
    examinations in investigatory work) in combination with four additional years of qualifying work experience
    may be accepted in lieu of the first-level university degree.
    Work Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience with advanced university degree (seven
    years with a first-level university degree) in forensic DNA analysis as applied to human identification and
    multi-disciplinary human identification projects, knowledge of forensic quality management systems and
    international standards in forensic science. Experience in the design and delivery of frameworks applicable to
    learning and development and conduct of capacity and needs assessments is an asset. Experience working in
    the geographical region of operations is desirable.
    Languages: For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second
    official UN language (Arabic) is an advantage.

  • 6 May 2021

    Post Title and Level: Electronic Discovery Officer, (Non-uniformed, non-contracted), IPO, 1 post
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for
    Crimes Committed by Da’esh/ISIL (UNITAD)
    Status: Expert on Mission
    Duty Station: Baghdad
    Report to: Information Systems Officer
    Duration: 12 months (Extendable)
    Deadline for Application: 15 June 2021
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, political science, criminal
    justice, or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two years of qualifying experience
    may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Certification in Electronic Discovery and/or
    Relativity software certifications are desirable.
    Work Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in international
    human-rights law, legal analysis, criminal investigations, electronic discovery, or related field. Experience
    with Relativity or similar legal-review platforms is required. Experience with cyber investigations, open
    source and social-media investigations (OSINT, SOCMINT), evidence-management, and evidence
    digitization technologies is desired.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position
    advertised, fluency in English is required. Fluency in Arabic is desirable.
    Other skills: Driving license and ability to drive a 4x4 vehicle are required. All officers are required to pass a
    United Nations driving test at the beginning of their deployment and may be repatriated if they fail to do so.
    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission
    Service (AMS) either by a Selection Assistance and Assessment Team (SAAT) deployed to a Member State
    or on the basis of an in-mission AMS upon arrival of the candidates. Failure to pass the in-mission assessment
    will result in candidate’s repatriation. All repatriation related expenses in this case are to be borne by the
    Member State. Therefore, the Member States are strongly encouraged to request a SAAT to conduct an AMS
    in the Member State prior to the police personnel deployment.

  • 6 May 2021

    Post Title and Level: Investigator (Non-Uniformed, non-contracted) IPO 1 Post
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for
    Crimes Committed by Da’esh/ISIL (UNITAD)
    Status: Expert on Mission
    Duty Station: Baghdad
    Report to: Chief of Investigations Unit
    Duration: 12 months (Extendable)
    Deadline for Application: 15 June 2021
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in criminology, criminal justice, law,
    history, political/social science or a related field is required. Certification or training in investigation is
    desirable. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience
    may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Formal qualifications and/or certifications in
    Investigations (pursuant to a course of study, training and examinations of a state/national law enforcement
    institution, a national military academy or a federal/national intelligence service training institution,
    supplemented with professional development courses and/or certifications involving study, training and
    examinations in investigatory work) in combination with four additional years of qualifying work experience
    may be accepted in lieu of the first-level university degree.
    Work Experience: A minimum of five (5) years with advanced university degree (seven years with a firstlevel
    university degree) of progressively responsible experience in criminal investigations in complex cases
    involving violent crimes. Experience in criminal investigations of breaches of international criminal law, such
    as genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, rape and sexual and gender-based violence or related legal
    area is desirable. Experience with criminal investigations in the Middle East and North Africa region is
    desirable. Experience in working in investigations or intelligence analysis in relation to violent extremist
    organizations is an asset.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position
    advertised, fluency in English is required. Fluency in Arabic is desirable.
    Other Skills: Driving license and ability to drive a 4x4 vehicle are required. All officers are required to pass a
    United Nations driving test at the beginning of their deployment and may be repatriated if they fail to do so.
    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission
    Service (AMS) either by a Selection Assistance and Assessment Team (SAAT) deployed to a Member State
    or on the basis of an in-mission AMS upon arrival of the candidates. Failure to pass the in-mission assessment
    will result in candidate’s repatriation. All repatriation related expenses in this case are to be borne by the
    Member State.

  • 6 May 2021

    Post Title and Level: Investigative Analyst (Non-uniformed, non-contracted), IPO, 1Post
    Organizational Unit; United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for
    Crimes Committed by Da’esh/ISIL (UNITAD)
    Status: Expert on Mission
    Duty Station: Baghdad
    Report to: Chief of Investigations Unit
    Duration: 12 months (Extendable)
    Deadline for Application: 15 June 2021
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    Qualifications:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in criminology, criminal justice, law,
    history, political/social science or a related field is required. Certification or training in investigation is
    desirable. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience
    may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Formal qualifications and/or certifications in
    Investigations (pursuant to a course of study, training and examinations of a state/national law enforcement
    institution, a national military academy or a federal/national intelligence service training institution,
    supplemented with professional development courses and/or certifications involving study, training and
    examinations in investigatory work) in combination with four additional years of qualifying work experience
    may be accepted in lieu of the first-level university degree.
    Work Experience: A minimum of five (5) years with advanced university degree (seven (7) years with a
    first-level university degree) of progressively responsible experience in criminal investigations in complex
    cases involving violent crimes. Experience in criminal investigations of breaches of international criminal
    law, such as genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, rape and sexual and gender-based violence or
    related legal area is desirable. Experience with criminal investigations in the Middle East and North Africa
    region is desirable. Experience in working in investigations or intelligence analysis in relation to violent
    extremist organizations is an asset.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position
    advertised, fluency in English is required. Fluency in Arabic is desirable.
    Other Skills: Driving license and ability to drive a 4x4 vehicle are required. All officers are required to pass a
    United Nations driving test at the beginning of their deployment and may be repatriated if they fail to do so.
    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission
    Service (AMS) either by a Selection Assistance and Assessment Team (SAAT) deployed to a Member State
    or on the basis of an in-mission AMS upon arrival of the candidates. Failure to pass the in-mission assessment
    will result in candidate’s repatriation. All repatriation related expenses in this case are to be borne by the
    Member State.

  • 6 May 2021

    Post title and level Investigations Legal Adviser / Prosecutor, (Non-uniformed,
    non-contracted) IPO, 1 Post
    Mission United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability
    for Crimes Committed by Da’esh/ISIL (UNITAD)
    Duty Station Baghdad
    Reporting to Chief of Investigations Unit
    Duration 12 Month (Extendable)
    Deadline for applications 15 June 2021
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in law is required. A first level
    university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu
    of the advanced university degree.
    Work Experience: A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional legal
    experience in criminal law, including legal analysis, research and writing is required.
    Experience with cases involving serious breaches of international humanitarian law, such as genocide,
    crimes against humanity, war crimes, rape and sexual and gender-based violence or related legal area is
    required. Experience working in chambers in, or in litigation before, at an international criminal tribunal or
    other international accountability mechanism is desirable. Experience working with multidisciplinary and
    multinational teams is desirable. Experience working in the Middle East, North Africa or the Sahel region is
    desirable.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position
    advertised, fluency in English is required. Fluency in Arabic is desirable.
    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission
    Service (AMS) either by a Selection Assistance and Assessment Team (SAAT) deployed to a Member State
    or on the basis of an in-mission AMS upon arrival of the candidates. Failure to pass the in-mission assessment
    will result in candidate’s repatriation. All repatriation related expenses in this case are to be borne by the
    Member State.

  • 6 May 2021

    Post title and level: Evidence Analyst, (Non-uniformed, non-contracted), IPO 1Post
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability
    for Crimes Committed by Da’esh/ISIL (UNITAD)
    Duty Station: Baghdad
    Reporting to: Chief of Office of Evidence Management
    Duration: 12 Month (Extendable)
    Deadline for applications: 15 June 2021
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in political science, international
    relations, foreign affairs, law or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying
    experience and relevant academic/professional qualifications, such as accreditations from military or
    government command and staff colleges, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Formal
    qualifications and/or certifications in Investigations or Evidence Analysis (pursuant to a course of study,
    training and examinations of a state/national law enforcement institution, a national military academy or a
    federal/national intelligence service training institution, supplemented with professional development courses
    and/or certifications involving study, training and examinations in investigatory work) in combination with
    four additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the first-level university
    degree.
    Work Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience with advanced
    university degree (seven years with a first-level university degree) in intelligence or information analysis,
    political science, international relations, journalism, development, security (military or police), criminal
    investigations or related field. Experience in research, information analysis and drafting of analytical products
    is required. Experience working in the geographical region of operations is desirable
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position
    advertised, fluency in English is required. Fluency in Arabic is desirable.
    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission
    Service (AMS) either by a Selection Assistance and Assessment Team (SAAT) deployed to a Member State
    or on the basis of an in-mission AMS upon arrival of the candidates. Failure to pass the in-mission assessment
    will result in candidate’s repatriation. All repatriation related expenses in this case are to be borne by the
    Member State.

  • 6 May 2021

    Post title and level: Police Chief of Operations, P-4
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan
    Duty Station: Juba
    Reporting to: Deputy Police Commissioner
    Duration: 12 Month (extendible)
    Deadline for applications: 29 June 2021
    Job opening number: 2021-UNMISS-90898-DPO
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) in law, police management, law enforcement, security studies, criminal justice, business or public administration, human resources management, change management, or related area. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Specialized training in the area of incumbent’s responsibility (operations, reform, administration, training etc.) is highly desirable. Graduation from a certified Police Academy or other national Law Enforcement Training Institution is required.
    Work Experience: A minimum of 7 years (9 years in absence of advanced degree) of progressively relevant and active policing service/experience in a national or international law enforcement agency at the field and/or national police headquarters level - required; 5 years of active police experience at policy making level with strategic planning and management experience in one or few of the following areas: police operations, human and financial resources management, crime management, police administration, police training and development, change management (particularly in law enforcement), reform and restructuring or related field - required; practical direct experience in commanding a regional or a state level police units – highly desirable. Previous UN or international experience is an advantage.
    Rank: Superintendent of Police, Lieutenant Colonel, other equivalent or higher rank.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second official UN language is an advantage.

  • 14 Apr 2021

    Post title and level: Regional Commander, P-4 – two (2) posts
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilisation Mission in Mali (MINUSMA)
    Duty Station: One of the regions, according to the operational need
    Reporting to: MINUSMA Police Commissioner
    Duration: 12 Months (extendible)
    Deadline for applications: 18 June 2021
    Job Opening numbers: 2021-MINUSMA-30086705-DPKO (Regional Cdr. Gao) 2021-MINUSMA-30086719-DPKO (Regional Cdr. Kidal)
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) in law, police management, law enforcement, security studies, criminal justice, business or public administration, human resources management, change management, or related area. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Specialized training in the area of incumbent’s responsibility (operations, reform, administration, training) is highly desirable. Graduation from a certified Police Academy or other national or international Law Enforcement Training Institution is required.
    Work Experience: A minimum of 7 years (9 years in absence of advanced degree) of progressively relevant and active policing service/experience in a national or international law enforcement agency both at the field and national police headquarters level - required; 5 years of active police experience at policy making level with strategic planning and management experience in one or few of the following areas: police operations, human and financial resources management, crime management, police administration, police training and development, change management (particularly in law enforcement), reform and restructuring or related field - required; practical direct experience in commanding a regional or a state level police units, - required. Previous UN or international experience is an advantage.
    Rank: Rank required for a P-4 is Police Superintendent/Lieutenant-Colonel, equivalent or above.
    Languages: French and English are the working languages of the UN. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written French is required. Knowledge of English is highly desirable.

     

  • 5 Mar 2021

    Post title and level: Police Adviser (Strategic Advice and Coordination), Seconded (non-contracted), 3-Posts
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM Special Political Mission)
    Duty Station: Field Offices in Somalia (Kismayo, Baidoa, Beletweyne, Jowhar, Dhusamareb and Garowe) as per operational needs
    Reporting to UNSOM Head of Police Component/Police Commissioner through the established chain of command Duration 12 Months  (Extendable)
    Deadline for applications: 30 April 2021
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Graduation from Police College or Academy or other recognized law enforcement educational institution is required. University degree in related field (law, law enforcement, security, forensic, criminology etc.) is highly desirable. Specialized training in police reform, strategic planning, project management, training management, certification in train-the-trainers and training delivery is an asset.
    Work Experience: A minimum of 10 years of active policing experience in national or international law enforcement is required, project/program management, institutional building, organizational planning, strategic planning, security sector reform, police reform and restructuring, conflict management, technical support; training experience in one of the above areas is highly desirable. Experience in a command or strategic level position with exposure to one or more of the following subjects is an advantage: oversight, Human Rights, weapons and ammunition management, electoral security, anti-corruption, human resources, logistics, finance, diplomatic police, border management, special operations, crowd-and-riot-control, gender and/or countering serious and organized crime. Experience in UN peacekeeping missions or working with other international organizations is desirable.
    Languages: For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second official UN language (Arabic) is an advantage.
    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission Service (AMS) either by a Selection Assistance and Assessment Team (SAAT) deployed to a Member State or on the basis of an in-mission AMS upon arrival of the candidates. Failure to pass the in-mission assessment will result in candidate’s repatriation. All repatriation related expenses in this case are to be borne by the Member State. Therefore, the Member States are strongly encouraged to request a SAAT to conduct an AMS in the Member State prior to the police personnel deployment.
    Preference will be given to equally qualified women candidates.

  • 5 Mar 2021

    Post title and level: Police Adviser (Liaison), Seconded (non-contracted), 1 Post
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM)
    Duty Station: Mogadishu with travel within the Mission area
    Reporting to: Head of Police Component/Police Commissioner through the established chain of command
    Duration: 12 Months (Extendable)
    Deadline for applications: 30 April 2021
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Graduation from Police College or Academy or other recognized law enforcement educational institution is required. Specialized training in related field and qualification from a recognized university is highly desirable.
    Work Experience: A minimum of 10 years of active policing experience in national or international law enforcement is required, including at least 5 years in the areas of police project management; administration; strategic planning and implementation and/or in coordination. Training experience in one of the areas above is an asset. Experience in a command or strategic level position with exposure to one or more of the following subjects is an advantage: liaison, coordination, oversight, Human Rights, weapons and ammunition management, electoral security, anti-corruption, human resources, logistics, finance, diplomatic police, border management, special operations, crowd-and-riot-control, gender and/or countering serious and organized crime. Experience in UN peacekeeping missions or working with other international organizations is desirable.
    Languages: For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second official UN language (Arabic) is an advantage.
    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission Service (AMS) either by a Selection Assistance and Assessment Team (SAAT) deployed to a Member State or on the basis of an in-mission AMS upon arrival of the candidates. Failure to pass the in-mission assessment will result in candidate’s repatriation. All repatriation related expenses in this case are to be borne by the Member State. Therefore, the Member States are strongly encouraged to request a SAAT to conduct an AMS in the Member State prior to the police personnel deployment.

    Preference will be given to equally qualified women candidates.

     

  • 3 Mar 2021

    VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 2019-SPC-75918-DPO

    DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 9 March 2021(Extended)

    POST TITLE AND LEVEL: Community Policing Adviser, P-4

    DUTY STATION: BRINDISI

    ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: DEPARTMENT OF PEACE OPERATIONS

    CIRCULATION LIMITED TO MEMBER STATES. APPOINTMENTS ARE LIMITED TO SERVICE ON POSTS FINANCED BY THE
    SUPPORT ACCOUNT OF PEACE OPERATIONS.

    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, social sciences, criminal justice or related field. A combination of a Bachelor’s degree and extensive experience in police operational matters including community oriented policing may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. Graduation from a certified police academy or other law enforcement training facility is required.

    Work Experience: A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in active national police service at the strategic, operational and administrative levels with the rank of Superintendent or Lt. Colonel, other service equivalent or higher rank is required. At least three years of specificexperience in community-oriented policing, both policy-making and implementation is required.  Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other international organizations is desirable.

    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Fluency in French is desirable.

     

  • 28 Jan 2021

    Post title and level Team Leader/Project Manager of the Specialized Police Team (SPT) in Community Policing and Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV), non-contracted
    Organizational Unit United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan (UNITAMS)
    Duty Station Khartoum, Sudan
    Reporting to UN Police Capacity Building Coordinator
    Duration 12 Month (extendible)
    Deadline for applications 20 February 2021

    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Graduation from Police College or Academy or other recognized law enforcement educational
    institution is required. University degree or specialized training in law, law enforcement, policing
    management, public administration, and community development, Development studies, Gender is desired.
    Work Experience: A minimum of 5 years of practical experience in project/program management – required.
    At least 10 years of active policing experience in national or international law enforcement, including 3 years
    at managerial level, preferably in community policing, crime prevention and investigation with particular
    emphasis on SGBV cases, is required. Experience in policy/guidelines development, planning, gap analysis,
    capacity building, training management and training delivery, coaching, interagency coordination is highly
    desirable. Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other organizations, particularly in the
    area of community policing is an advantage.
    Languages: For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second
    official UN language (Arabic) is an advantage.
    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission
    Service (AMS) either by a Selection Assistance and Assessment Team (SAAT) deployed to a Member
    State or on the basis of an in-mission AMS upon arrival of the candidates. Failure to pass the in-mission
    assessment will result in candidate’s repatriation. All repatriation related expenses in this case are to be
    borne by the Member State. Therefore, the Member States are strongly encouraged to request a SAAT to
    conduct an AMS in the Member State prior to the police personnel deployment.

  • 27 Jan 2021

    Post title and level Sexual and Gender Based Violence Advisor of the Specialized Police Team (SPT) in Community Policing and Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV), non-contracted, (2 posts)
    Organizational Unit United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan (UNITAMS)
    Duty Station Khartoum, Sudan
    Reporting to SPT Team Leader
    Duration 12 Month (extendible)
    Deadline for applications 20 February 2021

    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity
     

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Graduation from Police College or Academy or other recognized law enforcement educational
    institution is required. University degree in law, law enforcement, police studies, crime management,
    community development, gender studies criminology, crime analysis, criminal intelligence or related field is
    desired. Specialized training in investigation of SGBV and CRSV crimes is an advantage.
    Work Experience: A minimum of 7 years of active SGBV investigative experience at national or
    international law enforcement is required. Practical experience in project and program management,
    policy/guidelines development, planning, gap analysis, capacity building, training/coaching is highly
    desirable. Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other organizations, particularly in
    the area of countering SGBV, CRSV is desired. Participation in gender mainstreaming related activities,
    including in women’s networking is an advantage.
    Languages: For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second
    official UN language (Arabic) is an advantage.
    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission
    Service (AMS) either by a Selection Assistance and Assessment Team (SAAT) deployed to a Member State
    or on the basis of an in-mission AMS upon arrival of the candidates. Failure to pass the in-mission assessment
    will result in candidate’s repatriation. All repatriation related expenses in this case are to be borne by the
    Member State. Therefore, the Member States are strongly encouraged to request a SAAT to conduct an AMS
    in the Member State prior to the police personnel deployment.

     

  • 27 Jan 2021

    Post title and level Training Advisor of the Specialized Police Team (SPT) in Community Policing and Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV), non-contracted Organizational Unit United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan (UNITAMS)
    Duty Station Khartoum, Sudan
    Reporting to SPT Team Leader
    Duration 12 Month (extendible)
    Deadline for applications 20 February 2021
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Graduation from Police College or Academy or other recognized law enforcement educational
    institution is required. University degree in Education and Development Studies is desired. Specialized
    training in the area of training, including curriculum development and train-the-trainers certification is highly
    desirable.
    Work Experience: A minimum of 7 years of active policing experience required, including at least 5 years in
    the following areas: training need analysis, curriculum development, education, general and police specific
    training delivery, including in-service training, police training management/administration. Managerial
    experience in planning and administering police or law enforcement training, experience in training strategy
    development – desired. Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other organizations,
    preferably in the area of training, is an asset.
    Languages: For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a
    second official UN language (Arabic) is an advantage.
    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission
    Service (AMS) either by a Selection Assistance and Assessment Team (SAAT) deployed to a Member State
    or on the basis of an in-mission AMS upon arrival of the candidates. Failure to pass the in-mission assessment
    will result in candidate’s repatriation. All repatriation related expenses in this case are to be borne by the
    Member State. Therefore, the Member States are strongly encouraged to request a SAAT to conduct an AMS
    in the Member State prior to the police personnel deployment.

  • 27 Jan 2021

    Post title and level Database Advisor of the Specialized Police Team (SPT) in Community Policing and Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV), non-contracted Organizational Unit United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan (UNITAMS)
    Duty Station Khartoum, Sudan
    Reporting to SPT Team Leader
    Duration 12 Month (extendible)
    Deadline for applications 20 February 2021
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: University degree in computer or specialized training in computer science, information
    technology, database administration, or information management systems is required. Graduation from Police
    College or Academy or other recognized law enforcement educational institution is desired.
    Work Experience: A minimum of 7 years of active experience in national or international law enforcement
    in database management, server installation and maintenance, IT security and information management is
    required. Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other organizations is an asset.
    Languages: For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second
    official UN language (Arabic) is an advantage.
    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission
    Service (AMS) either by a Selection Assistance and Assessment Team (SAAT) deployed to a Member State
    or on the basis of an in-mission AMS upon arrival of the candidates. Failure to pass the in-mission assessment
    will result in candidate’s repatriation. All repatriation related expenses in this case are to be borne by the
    Member State. Therefore, the Member States are strongly encouraged to request a SAAT to conduct an AMS
    in the Member State prior to the police personnel deployment.

  • 27 Jan 2021

    Post title and level Sexual and Gender Based Violence Advisor of the Specialized Police Team (SPT) in Community Policing and Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV), non-contracted, (2 posts)
    Organizational Unit United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan (UNITAMS)
    Duty Station Khartoum, Sudan
    Reporting to SPT Team Leader
    Duration 12 Month (extendible)
    Deadline for applications 20 February 2021

    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Graduation from Police College or Academy or other recognized law enforcement educational
    institution is required. University degree in law, law enforcement, police studies, crime management,
    community development, gender studies criminology, crime analysis, criminal intelligence or related field is
    desired. Specialized training in investigation of SGBV and CRSV crimes is an advantage.
    Work Experience: A minimum of 7 years of active SGBV investigative experience at national or
    international law enforcement is required. Practical experience in project and program management,
    policy/guidelines development, planning, gap analysis, capacity building, training/coaching is highly
    desirable. Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other organizations, particularly in
    the area of countering SGBV, CRSV is desired. Participation in gender mainstreaming related activities,
    including in women’s networking is an advantage.
    Languages: For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second
    official UN language (Arabic) is an advantage.
    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission
    Service (AMS) either by a Selection Assistance and Assessment Team (SAAT) deployed to a Member State
    or on the basis of an in-mission AMS upon arrival of the candidates. Failure to pass the in-mission assessment
    will result in candidate’s repatriation. All repatriation related expenses in this case are to be borne by the
    Member State. Therefore, the Member States are strongly encouraged to request a SAAT to conduct an AMS
    in the Member State prior to the police personnel deployment.

  • 27 Jan 2021

    Post title and level Prosecution Adviser of the Specialized Police Team (SPT) in Community Policing and Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV), non-contracted
    Organizational Unit United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan (UNITAMS)
    Duty Station Khartoum, Sudan
    Reporting to SGBV SPT Team Leader
    Duration 12 Month (extendible)
    Deadline for applications 20 February 2021
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced University Degree in law or jurisprudence with proof of good standing as a member of
    the bar association.
    Work Experience: A minimum of 7 years of professional legal experience as a prosecutor or the equivalent is
    required. Substantial trial experience in dealing with SGBV cases or working on development of rule of law
    reform programs in a developing, conflict or post-conflict environment is desired. Practical experience in
    project and program management, policy/guidelines development, planning, gap analysis, capacity building,
    training/coaching is highly desirable. Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other
    organizations, particularly in the area of prosecution advisory is an asset.
    Languages: For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second
    official UN language (Arabic) is an advantage.
    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission
    Service (AMS) either by a Selection Assistance and Assessment Team (SAAT) deployed to a Member State
    or on the basis of an in-mission AMS upon arrival of the candidates. Failure to pass the in-mission assessment
    will result in candidate’s repatriation. All repatriation related expenses in this case are to be borne by the
    Member State. Therefore, the Member States are strongly encouraged to request a SAAT to conduct an AMS
    in the Member State prior to the police personnel deployment.

  • 27 Jan 2021

    Post title and level Community Policing Advisor of the Specialized Police Team (SPT) in Community Policing and Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV), non-contracted, (2 posts)
    Organizational Unit United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan (UNITAMS)
    Duty Station Khartoum, Sudan
    Reporting to SPT Team Leader
    Duration 12 Month (extendible)
    Deadline for applications 20 February 2021
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Graduation from Police College or Academy or other recognized law enforcement educational
    institution is required. University degree or specialization in law, law enforcement, conflict resolution, police
    management, public administration, development studies, criminology, community development and project
    management studies are desired. Specialized training in the area of crime prevention is highly desirable.
    Work Experience: A minimum of 7 years of active policing experience in national or international law
    enforcement is required, including 5 years of direct experience in community policing, crime prevention and
    investigation of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV). Practical experience in the implementation of
    specific community policing programs, planning and implementation of community safety related initiatives,
    coordination of community related activities with various stakeholders – required. Practical experience in
    project and program management, policy/guidelines development, planning, gap analysis, capacity building,
    training/coaching is highly desirable. Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other
    organizations, particularly in the area of community policing is an advantage.
    Languages: For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second
    official UN language (Arabic) is an advantage.
    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission
    Service (AMS) either by a Selection Assistance and Assessment Team (SAAT) deployed to a Member
    State or based on an in-mission AMS upon arrival of the candidates. Failure to pass the in-mission
    assessment will result in candidate’s repatriation. All repatriation related expenses in this case are to be
    borne by the Member State. Therefore, the Member States are strongly encouraged to request a SAAT to
    conduct an AMS in the Member State prior to the police personnel deployment.

2020

  • 30 Nov 2020

    Post title and level: Police Adviser, P-4
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL)
    Duty Station: Tripoli, Libya, with extensive travel across the Mission area
    Reporting to: Chief of Security Institution Service (SIS)
    Duration: 12 Months (extendible)
    Deadline for applications: 10 December 2020
    Job Opening: number 2019-UNSMIL-30081941-DPPA

    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Criminology, Policing, Security
    and Safety, Public Administration, Criminal Justice, Law, Social Sciences or other relevant field. A first level
    university degree with a combination of relevant academic qualifications and extensive experience in law
    enforcement administration, including program management, strategic planning and capacity building, may be
    accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Graduation from a certified police academy or other law
    enforcement training institution is required.
    Experience: Candidate must be in active police service possessing minimum of seven years (nine years in
    absence of advanced university degree) of progressive and active policing experience at the field and/or
    national headquarters level with at least five years of experience in police management, police administration
    and police operations. Practical experience in strategic planning, program management and capacity building
    is highly desirable. Experience in mediation in post-conflict situation and working with non-state armed and
    experience of working in Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is highly desirable. Previous UN or
    international experience is an advantage.
    Rank: Superintendent of Police, equivalent to Lieutenant Colonel in the military or higher rank.
    Language: Proficiency in English languages (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of Arabic is
    highly desirable.

  • 23 Nov 2020

    Vacancy announcement number 2020-spc-75908-dpo

    Deadline for applications: 23 January 2021

    Post title and level: Police Reform Adviser, P-4

    Duty station: Brindisi

    Organizational unit: Department of Peace Operations

    Circulation limited to member states. Appointments are limited to service on posts financed by the support account of peace operations.

    United nations core values: integrity, professionalism and respect for diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    Education: Advanced degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in the applied sciences, social sciences or relevant field. A first level university degree

    with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience in rule of law and police reform may be accepted in lieu of the advanced

    university degree. Graduation from a certified police academy or similar law enforcement training institution is required. Work Experience: A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in rule of law developmental matters – knowledge of police reform, including law

    enforcement development and capacity-building is required. In active national police service with a rank of Superintendent or Lt. Colonel, other service

    equivalent or higher rank is required. Experience in the use of modern Internet-based research methodologies and sources are required. Peacekeeping or

    other international experience in the UN or other organizations is desirable.

    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Fluency in French is desirable.