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2024

  • 18 Mar 2024

    VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 2024-SPC-78773-DPO
    DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 7 June 2024
    POST TITLE AND LEVEL: Logistics Planning Officer, P-3
    DUTY STATION: Brindisi
    ORGAN IZATIONAL UNIT: DEPARTMENT OF PEACE OPERATIONS
    INDICATIVE MINIMUM GROSS ANNUAL REMUNERATION (NOT INCLUDING POST ADJUSTMENT): US $75,972

     

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

    QUALI FICATIONS:
    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 law enforcement operational and administrative matters, including logistical support and procurement may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Graduation from a certified police academy or similar law e.nforcement training institution is required.


    Work Experience: A minimum of five years of active law enforcement experience in a national law enforcement agency on a wide range of operational, administrative and management issues, including three years of logistical support and procurement for law enforcement agencies is required. Being in active national police st.1rvice with a rank of Maj or or Chief Inspector, other service equivalent or higher rank is required. Knowledge and experience of new and/or advanced technologies are highly desirable. Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN of other organizations is desirable.

    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN.

    Preference will be given to equally qualified women candidates.

    Date of Issuance: 8 March 2024

  • 18 Mar 2024

    NUMÉRO D'AVIS DE VACANCE: 2024-SPC-78773-DPO
    DATE LIMITE DE DÉPÔT DE CANDIDATURE: 7 juin 2024
    TITRE ET NIVEAU DE L'ARTICLE: Responsable de la Planification Logistique, P-3
    STATION DE TRAVAIL: Brindisi
    UNITÉ ORGANISATIONNELLE: DÉPARTEMENT DES OPÉRATIONS DE PAIX
    MINIMALE INDICATIVE BRUTE ANNUELLE: U.S. Dollars
    75,972.00
    RÉMUNÉRATION (HORS INDEMNITÉ DE POSTE)

    Valeurs fondamentales des Nations Unies : Intégrité, professionnalisme et respect de la diversité

     

    QUALIFICATIONS :
    Formation :
    Diplôme universitaire supérieur (maîtrise ou équivalent) en sciences appliquées, en sciences sociales ou dans un autre domaine pertinent. Un diplôme universitaire de premier niveau assorti de qualifications académiques pertinentes et d'une vaste expérience des questions opérationnelles et administratives liées à l'application de la loi, y compris le soutien logistique et les achats, peut être accepté en lieu et place du diplôme universitaire supérieur. Un diplôme d'une école de police certifiée ou d'un établissement de formation similaire dans le domaine de l'application de la loi est requis.


    Expérience professionnelle : Un minimum de cinq ans d'expérience active dans le domaine du maintien de l'ordre au sein d'un service national de maintien de l'ordre sur un large éventail de questions opérationnelles, administratives et de gestion, dont trois ans de soutien logistique et de passation de marchés pour les services de maintien de l'ordre, est exigé. Avoir exercé des fonctions actives dans la police nationale avec un grade de major ou d'inspecteur en chef, ou un grade équivalent ou supérieur dans un autre service est requis. La connaissance et l'expérience des technologies nouvelles et/ou avancées sont vivement souhaitées. Une Annonce de vacance de postes au Département des opérations de paix, nécessitant le détachement des fonctionnaires des gouvernements nationaux des États membres de expérience dans le domaine du maintien de la paix ou une autre expérience internationale au sein des Nations unies ou d'autres organisations est souhaitable. D’autres organisations est souhaitable.


    Langues : L'anglais et le français sont les langues de travail des Nations Unies. Pour le poste annoncé, la maîtrise de l'anglais (à l'oral et à l'écrit) est requise. La connaissance du français est souhaitable.

    Date d'émission : 8 mars 2024

    La préférence sera donnée aux femmes à qualifications égales

  • 29 Jan 2024

    Post title and level: Interpol Liaison Officer, seconded (non-contracted)
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK)
    Duty Station: Pristina
    Reporting to: Senior Police Adviser
    Duration: 12 Months (extendible)
    Deadline for applications: 23 February 2024
    Post available: March 2024


    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 (seven [7] years in absence of university degree) 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.

    Preference will be given to equally qualified women candidates.

2023

  • 3 Nov 2023

    Post title and level: Police Commissioner, D-2

    Organizational Unit: United Nations Organization for the Stabilization in Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO)

    Duty Station: Kinshasa

    Reporting to: Special Representative of the Secretary-General, SRSG

    Duration: 12 Month (extendible)

    Deadline for applications: 31 December 2023

    Job Opening number: 2023-MONUSCO-40057-DPO

     

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

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education:
    Advanced University Degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Law, Police Management, Criminal Justice, Law enforcement Security Studies, Public Administration, Human Resources Management, Change Management, Social Sciences, or another relevant field. A first level university degree with a combination of relevant academic qualifications and extensive 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 certify police academy or other national or international law enforcement training institution is also required.

    Work Experience: Candidate must be in active police service possessing a minimum of 15 years (17 years in absence of advanced degree) of progressive policing experience at the field and/or at 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 region or a state level police units or running 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. Previous UN or international experience is an advantage.

    Rank: Police Commissioner, Inspector General, Chief of Police or other equivalent to the military rank of Major General or above.

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

    Preference will be given to equally qualified women candidates.

  • 3 Nov 2023

    Titre du poste et niveau: Chef (fe) de la Composante Police, D-2

    Organisation: Mission de l’Organisation des Nations Unies pour la Stabilisation en République Démocratique du Congo (MONUSCO)

    Lieu d’affectation: Kinshasa

    Relevant de: Représentant Spécial du Secrétaire Général, RSSG

    Durée: 12 mois (renouvelable)

    Date limite de dépôt de candidature: 31 Décembre 2023

    Numéro de l’offre d’emploi: 2023-MONUSCO-00457-DPO

     

    Valeurs Fondamentales de l’Organisation des Nations Unies : Intégrité, Professionnalisme et Respect de la Diversité

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education :
    Diplôme universitaire supérieur (maîtrise ou équivalent) en droit, gestion de la police, justice pénale, études sur l'application de la loi et la sécurité, administration publique, gestion des ressources humaines, gestion du changement, sciences sociales ou autre domaine pertinent. Un diplôme universitaire de premier niveau assorti de qualifications académiques pertinentes et d'une vaste expérience dans le domaine du maintien de l'ordre, notamment en matière de gestion, de planification et d'administration, peut être accepté en lieu et place du diplôme universitaire supérieur. Une formation avancée pour le personnel de commandement/supérieur est vivement souhaitée. Un diplôme d'une école de police certifiée ou d'une autre institution nationale ou internationale de formation en matière de maintien de l'ordre est également requis.

    Expérience de travail : Le candidat doit être dans la police active et posséder un minimum de 15 ans (17 ans en l'absence de diplôme supérieur) d'expérience progressive dans la police sur le terrain et/ou au niveau du quartier général de la police nationale, dont 10 ans d'expérience dans la police active au niveau de l'élaboration des politiques, avec une vaste expérience de la planification stratégique et de la gestion dans les domaines suivants : opérations de police, gestion de la criminalité et administration de la police, expérience pratique directe du commandement d'unités de police au niveau d'une région ou d'un État ou de la gestion d'un département au niveau du quartier général de la police nationale requise, expérience de la gestion des ressources humaines et financières de la police, de la formation et du développement de la police, de la gestion du changement, de la réforme et de la restructuration. Une expérience antérieure au sein des Nations unies ou au niveau international est un atout.

    Rang : Commissaire Divisionnaire de Police, Contrôleur Général, Inspecteur Général, ou autre grade équivalent à Général ou plus, chez les militaires.

    Langues : L’anglais et le français sont les langues de travail de l'Organisation des Nations Unies. Pour le poste faisant l’objet du présent avis, la maîtrise du français à l’oral et à l’écrit est indispensable. La connaissance d'une deuxième langue officielle de l’Organisation des Nations Unies, de préférence l’anglais, est souhaitable.

    A compétences égales, la préférence sera donnée aux candidats féminins.

  • 2 Nov 2023

    Post title and level: Deputy Police Commissioner, P-5

    Organizational Unit: United Nations Organization for the Stabilization in Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO)

    Duty Station: Goma

    Reporting to: Police Commissioner

    Duration: 12 Month (extendible)

    Deadline for applications: 13 December 2023

    Job Opening number: 2023-MONUSCO-49448-DPO

     

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

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education:
    Advanced University Degree (master’s or equivalent) in Law, Police Management, Criminal Justice, Law enforcement, Security Studies, Public Administration, Human Resources Management, Change Management, Social Sciences, or another relevant field. A first level university degree with a combination of relevant academic qualifications and extensive experience in law enforcement, including police management, police 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 national or international law enforcement training institution is also required.

    Work Experience: Candidate must be in active police service possessing a minimum of 10 years (12 years in absence of advanced degree) of progressive policing experience at the field and/or at national police headquarters level, including: 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 region or a state level police units or running 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 a requirement.

    Rank: Senior/Chief Superintendent of Police, 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 French and English is required.

    Preference will be given to equally qualified women candidates.

  • 2 Nov 2023

    Titre du poste et niveau: Adjoint au Commissaire de Police, P-5

    Organisation: Mission de l’Organisation des Nations Unies pour la Stabilisation en République Démocratique du Congo (MONUSCO)

    Lieu d’affectation: Kinshasa

    Relevant de: Chef de la Composante Police

    Durée: 12 mois (renouvelable)

    Date limite de dépôt de candidature: 13 Décembre 2023

    Numéro de l’offre d’emploi: 2023-MONUSCO-49448-DPO

     

    Valeurs Fondamentales de l’Organisation des Nations Unies : Intégrité, Professionnalisme et Respect de la Diversité

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education : Diplôme universitaire supérieur (maîtrise ou équivalent) en droit, gestion de la police, justice pénale, application de la loi, études sur la sécurité, administration publique, gestion des ressources humaines, gestion du changement, sciences sociales ou autre domaine pertinent. Un diplôme universitaire de premier niveau assorti de qualifications académiques pertinentes et d'une vaste expérience dans le domaine du maintien de l'ordre, y compris la gestion de la police, la planification et l'administration de la police, peut être accepté en lieu et place du diplôme universitaire supérieur. Une formation avancée pour le personnel de commandement/supérieur est vivement souhaitée. Un diplôme d'une école de police certifiée ou d'une autre institution nationale ou internationale de formation en matière de maintien de l'ordre est également requis.

    Expérience de travail : Le candidat doit être dans la police active et posséder un minimum de 10 ans (12 ans en l'absence de diplôme supérieur) d'expérience progressive dans la police sur le terrain et/ou au niveau du quartier général de la police nationale, y compris : 7 ans d'expérience dans la police active à un niveau élevé d'élaboration des politiques, avec une expérience approfondie de la planification stratégique et de la gestion dans les domaines suivants : opérations de police, gestion de la criminalité et administration de la police. Expérience pratique directe du commandement d'unités de police au niveau d'une région ou d'un État ou de la gestion d'un département au niveau du quartier général de la police nationale requise. Une expérience de la gestion des ressources humaines et financières de la police, de la formation et du développement de la police, de la gestion du changement, de la réforme et de la restructuration est vivement souhaitée. Une expérience antérieure au sein des Nations unies ou au niveau international est requise.

    Grade : Surintendant principal de la police, colonel, autre grade équivalent ou supérieur. Langues : L'anglais et le français sont les langues de travail des Nations unies. Pour le poste annoncé, la maîtrise du français et de l'anglais, tant à l'oral qu'à l'écrit, est requise.

    A compétences égales, la préférence sera donnée aux candidats féminins.

  • 4 Oct 2023

    Post title and Level: Police Operation Adviser, (seconded, non-contracted)

    Organizational Unit: United Nations Mission to Support the Hodeidah Agreement (UNMHA)

    Duty Station: Within the Mission area according to the operational requirements

    Reporting to: Chief Liaison Coordination Mechanism

    Duration: 12 Month (extendable)

    Deadline for applications: 09 October 2023

     

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

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    Education: Graduation from Police College or Academy or other recognized law enforcement or educational institution is required. Specialized training or University degree in related field is highly desirable.

    Work Experience: Candidate must be in active police service possessing a minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in a national or international law enforcement agency at the field and/or national police headquarters level in the area of operation, crime data analysis/crime trend recognition, crisis management, threat assessment, security arrangements, managing joint operational center, intelligence assessment, operational planning, reporting and data analysis. Experience in Leadership, liaison and negotiation, operational policy development, investigations, sexual and gender- based violence and tribal policing is highly desirable.
    Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other organization is an advantage.

    Languages: For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of Arabic language is highly desirable.

    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission Service (AMS) either by an AMS Team deployed to a Member State, or on the basis of an in-mission AMS upon arrival. 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 an AMS Team to conduct an AMS in the Member State prior to the police personnel deployment.

  • 3 Oct 2023

    Post Title and Level: Senior Police Adviser, P-5

    Organizational Unit: United Nations Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK)

    Duty Station: Pristina

    Reporting To: Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG)

    Duration: 12 Months (Extendable)

    Deadline for applications: 27 November 2023

    Job Opening number: DPO-UNMIK-35602-2023

    The post is available from: 14 April 2024

     

    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, Change Management, Social Sciences 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 also required.

    Work Experience: Minimum of 10 years (12 years in absence of advanced degree) of active and progressively responsible policing experience in a national or international law enforcement agency both at the field and national police headquarters level. Active police experience at senior policy making level with extensive 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. Practical and direct experience in commanding a regional or a state level police unit or heading a department at national police headquarters level. Previous experience with a United Nations peacekeeping operation or international experience is an advantage.

    Rank: Colonel/ Chief or Senior Superintendent - equivalent or above.

    Language: Fluency in spoken and written English is required. Knowledge of a second UN language is an advantage.

  • 3 Oct 2023

    Post Title and Level: Senior Police Adviser, P-5

    Organizational Unit: United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP)

    Duty Station: Nicosia

    Reporting To: Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG)

    Duration: 12 Months (Extendable)

    Deadline for applications: 2 January 2024

    Job Opening number: DPO - UNFICYP- 0194 -2023

    The post is available from: 12 May 2024

     

    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, Change Management, Social Sciences 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 also required.

    Work Experience: Minimum of 10 years (12 years in absence of advanced degree) of active and progressively responsible policing experience in a national or international law enforcement agency both at the field and national police headquarters level. Active police experience at senior policy making level with extensive 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. Practical and direct experience in commanding a regional or a state level police unit or heading a department at national police headquarters level. Previous experience with a United Nations peacekeeping operation or international experience is an advantage.

    Rank: Colonel/ Chief or Senior Superintendent - equivalent or above.

    Language: Fluency in spoken and written English is required. Knowledge of a second UN language is an advantage.

  • 3 Oct 2023

    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 Months (extendible)

    Deadline for applications: 27 November 2023

    Post available:02 April 2024

    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 experience in the field of policing (international police cooperation, management, planning, institutional and capacity building within police, criminal investigation, 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 and INTERPOL databases. Wide-ranging working experience in criminal investigation entities in national law enforcement environment and on the field of international police cooperation may be considered in lieu of recent Interpol NCB experience. Experience in international policing, law enforcement issues, international police liaison activities and/or reporting is distinct advantage. Previous experience in planning, preparation and implementation of projects is an advantage. Relevant experience of working in a multicultural environment and/or in peacekeeping operations (UN, NATO or EU) is desirable. Good knowledge of UN and UNPOL guidance policies and the conditions prevailing in the country of assignment 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 of 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.

     

  • 5 Jul 2023

    VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 2023-SPC-75909-DPO
    DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 19 September 2023
    POST TITLE AND LEVEL: Investigations Adviser, P-4
    DUTY STATION: Brindisi, Italy
    ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: Department of Peace Operations
    INDICATIVE MINIMUM GROSS ANNUAL: U.S. Dollars 94,268

     

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

     

    QUALIFICA TIONS:
    Education:
    Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in the applied sciences, social sciences, laws or other relevant field. A first level university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and extensive experience in police operational matters, including serious crime investigations may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Graduation from a certified police academy or other law enforcement training facility isrequired.

    Work Experience: A candidate must be in active police service possessing minimum of seven years (nine years in absence of advanced degree) of
    active law enforcement experience on a wide range of operational and administrative issues, including three years of managerial and policy-making experience in serious crimes and transnational organized crimes investigations, and crime scene management forensics. Experience in the use of modern lnternet-based research methodologies and sources are required. Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other organizations is desirable.

    Rank: Superintendent or Lt. Colonel, or other service 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. Fluency in French is desirable.

  • 21 Jun 2023

    Post title and level: Operations Liaison Officer, seconded (non-contracted)

    Organizational Unit: United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK)

    Duty Station: Mitrovica

    Reports to: UNMIK Senior Police Adviser, through the established chain of command

    Duration: 12 Months (extendible)

    Application deadline: 19 July 2023

     

    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 (seven [7] years in absence of university degree) of relevant and progressive responsible experience in the field of policing (training, police management, police institutional and capacity building, planning, criminal investigation, intelligence gathering, operations, combatting serious and organized crime) is required;
    • Excellent drafting skills and fluency in both oral and written English is required;
    • Previous working experience in gathering intelligence, drafting analytical reports or conducting criminal investigations 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 and Serbian is required.
    • Knowledge of a second official UN language is an advantage.
  • 17 Mar 2023

    Vacancy Announcement Number: 2023-SPC-78775-DPKO

    Deadline for Applications: 15 June 2023

    Post Title and Level: Gender Affairs Officer, P-3

    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 experience in law enforcement and police general investigations 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 of progressively law enforcement experience in active national police, with a current rank of at least Chief Inspector or Major, equivalent or higher rank is required. Experience in a wide range of operational and administrative issues, including three years of experience in management and policy-making with regard to general and complex crime investigations, including investigation of gender-related crimes, is required. Training experience or background is desirable. 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. Knowledge of French is highly desirable.

  • 17 Mar 2023

    Vacancy Announcement Number: 2023-SPC-78771-DPO

    Deadline for Applications: 15 June 2023

    Post Title and Level: Policy Planning Officer, P-3

    Duty Station: Brindisi

    Organizational Unit: Department of Peace Operations

     

    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 law enforcement 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 of progressively law enforcement experience in active national police, with a current rank of at least Chief Inspector or Major, equivalent or higher rank is required. Experience in law enforcement planning and formulation/implementation of policy is required. Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other organizations is an advantage.

    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, preferably French, is highly desirable.

  • 17 Mar 2023

    Vacancy Announcement Number: 20 23-S P C-75776-DPO

    Deadline for Applications: 15 June 2023

    Post Title and Level: Personnel Management Officer, P-3

    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 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 delivery as well as of gender mainstreaming is an advantage. Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other organizations is desirable.

    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.

  • 14 Mar 2023

     

    Post title and level: UN Police Illicit Flow Control Officer (P-3), Seconded (contracted)
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH)
    Duty Station: Port-au-Prince
    Reporting to: Police Commissioner
    Duration: 12 Months (subject to BINUH’s budget)
    Deadline for application: 23 April 2023
    Job Opening number: 2022-BINUH-00017-DPPA

     

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

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    Education: Advanced University Degree (Master’s or equivalent) in in criminal justice, law enforcement, security, criminology or related field. A first level university degree with a combination of relevant academic qualifications and extensive experience in law enforcement may be accepted in lieu of the
    advanced university degree. Graduation from a certified police academy or other law enforcement training institution is required. Specialized training in conducting negotiations, anti-trafficking and transnational organized crime is an asset.

    Work Experience: A minimum of 5 years (or 7 years in absence of advanced degree) progressively responsible experience in law enforcement matters, including anti kidnaping and organized crime issues within national police or other national law enforcement institution. Experience working in a conflict and post conflict setting along with experience in transnational crime management and investigation and management of illicit financing flow cases is required. Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other organizations in relevant area of specialties is highly desirable.

    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For this position, fluency in oral and written English and French is required.

     

  • 14 Mar 2023

     

    Post title and level: UN Police Anti-Gang Adviser (P4), Seconded (contracted)
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH)
    Duty Station: Port-au-Prince
    Reporting to: Police Commissioner
    Duration: 12 Months (subject to BINUH’s budget approval)
    Deadline for application: 23 April 2023
    Job Opening number: 2022-BINUH-00014-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 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. Specialized training in conducting negotiations, anti-trafficking and transnational organized crime is an asset.

    Work Experience: A minimum of 7 years (9 years in absence of advanced degree) of relevant progressively responsible experience in law enforcement matters, including anti kidnaping and organized crime issues within national police or other national law enforcement institution. Experience working in a conflict and post conflict setting along with experience in transnational crime management and conducting negotiations is desirable. Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other organizations in relevant area of specialties is highly desirable.

    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For this position, fluency in oral and written English and French is required.

  • 14 Mar 2023

    Post title and level: Integrity and Compliance Officer - Seconded (non-contracted)
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH)
    Duty Station: Port-au-Prince
    Reporting to: Police Commissioner
    Duration: 12 Months
    Deadline for applications: 23 April 2023


    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 7 years of active relevant experience in police or other national law enforcement in one or several of the following areas 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. Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other organizations, particularly in the listed areas is an advantage. Senior level / strategic experience is essential and demonstrated ability to influence change is highly desirable.

    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For this position, fluency in oral and written English and French 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.

  • 14 Mar 2023

     

    Post title and level: Integrity and Compliance Adviser (Vetting) - Seconded (non-contracted) – 2 positions
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH)
    Duty Station: Port-au-Prince
    Reporting to: Police Commissioner
    Duration: 12 Months (subject to BINUH’s budget’s approval)
    Deadline for application: 23 April 2023


    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 7 years of active service in the area of Human resource management including vetting and integrity compliance activities within national police or other national law enforcement institution. Full understanding of project/program management, institutional building, organizational planning, and training development and delivery experience is desirable. Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other organizations in relevant area of specialties is highly desirable.

    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For this position, fluency in oral and written English and French is required.

    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission Service (AMS). 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.

  • 14 Mar 2023

     

    Post title and level: Anti-Gang Adviser, Seconded (non-contracted)
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH)
    Duty Station: Port-au-Prince
    Reporting to: Police Commissioner
    Duration:12 Months (subject to BINUH’s budget approval)
    Deadline for application: 23 April 2023


    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 7 years of active supervisory functions in police or other national law enforcement institution as Police Operations Officer dealing with crime and investigation. At least 2 years of experience in the field of gang case or organized crime is required. Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other organizations in conflict or post conflict area is highly desirable.

    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For this position, fluency in oral and written English and French is required.

    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission Service (AMS). 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.

  • 12 Jan 2023

    Post title and level: Police Planning Officer (P4)
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM)
    Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
    Reporting to: Police Commissioner
    Duration: 12 months (with the possibility of extension)
    Deadline for applications: 26 February 2023
    Job opening number: 2022-UNSOM-365341-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, 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 the security sector or law enforcement, including planning, administration and management may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Graduation from a certified police academy or law enforcement training institution is required.
     

    Work Experience: Candidate must be in active police service possessing minimum of 7 years (9 years in absence of advanced university degree) of progressively relevant and active experience in law enforcement or security sector; 5 years of experience in strategic planning and management in at least one the following areas is required: police operations, crime management, community engagement, police administration, capacity building and/or development. Practical experience in human and financial resources management, change management (particularly in law enforcement), security sector reform and/or restructuring in a related field is highly desirable. Previous UN or international experience is an advantage.
     

    Rank: Superintendent of Police (equivalent to a Lieutenant Colonel in the military) or other service equivalent or higher.
     

    Languages: For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of Somali or Arabic is an advantage.

  • 12 Jan 2023

    Post title and level: Deputy Police Commissioner (D1)
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan (UNMISS)
    Duty Station: Juba
    Reporting to: Police Commissioner
    Duration: 12 months (extendible)
    Deadline for applications: 08 February 2023
    Job Opening number: 2022-UNMISS-82337-DPO

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

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) in law, criminal justice, public administration, development management, political science, or related area. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience 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. Advanced training for command/senior staff is highly desirable.


    Work Experience: A minimum of 15 years (17 years in absence of advanced university degree) of progressive and active relevant policing service/experience both at the field and national headquarters level, including at least 8 years of active police experience at senior policy making level, with extensive strategic planning and management experience in the areas of operations, human and financial resources, police administration, training and development, practical direct experience in commanding a region or a state level police units or running a department at national police HQ level. Previous UN experience is an advantage.


    Rank: Chief Superintendent of Police, Police Commissioner, Deputy (Assistant) Inspector General, equivalent to senior colonel/general in the military or higher rank.


    Language: Fluency in spoken and written English is required. Knowledge of a second UN language is an
    advantage.

     

2022

  • 14 Sep 2022

    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: 12 November 2022
    Job Opening number: 2022-UNOAU-78884-DPO

     

    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.

     

  • 14 Sep 2022

    Post title and level:Senior Police Coordinator, P-5 (Re-Advertisement)
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia, UNSOM
    Duty Station: Mogadishu
    Reporting to: UNSOM Police Commissioner
    Duration: 12 Months (extendable)
    Deadline for applications: 11 November 2022
    Job Opening number: 2022-UNSOM-85747-DPO
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advance university degree (Masters or equivalent) in the field of police science, criminal justice,
    law, business administration, international security studies or any other relevant field. First level university
    degree with a combination of relevant academic qualifications, professional training and experience may be
    accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. Graduation from a police academy or similar law enforcement
    training institution is required.
    Experience: Minimum of 10 years (12 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 is required. Experience in strategic planning, program management
    and/or research and assessment is required. Experience in high level liaison and coordination among
    numerous and diverse stakeholders, particularly in international environment, is highly desirable. Experience
    in working for or collaborating with a regional organization is desirable. Previous UN or international
    experience is an added advantage.
    Rank: Chief Superintendent of Police, Colonel, other equivalent or higher rank.
    Language: Proficiency in English language (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of Somali or
    Arabic would be an advantage.

  • 12 Sep 2022

    Post title and level Weapon Management Adviser - Seconded (non-contracted)
    Organizational Unit United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH)
    Duty Station Port-au-Prince
    Reporting to Police Commissioner
    Duration 12 Months
    Deadline for applications 23 October 2022 (post available February 2023)
    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 7 years of active relevant experience in police or other national law
    enforcement in one or several of the following areas 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 across all aspects of management of firearms, ammunition and less lethal
    equipment required. Experience with creating and managing detailed databases and experience of
    weapons management programmes required.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For this position, fluency in oral and
    written English and French 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.

  • 12 Sep 2022

    Post title and level UN Police Illicit Flow Control Officer (P-3), Seconded (contracted)
    Organizational Unit United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH)
    Duty Station Port-au-Prince
    Reporting to Police Commissioner
    Duration: 12 Months (subject to BINUH’s budget)
    Deadline for application: 23 October 2022
    Job Opening number 2022-BINUH-00017-DPPA
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced University Degree (Master’s or equivalent) in in criminal justice, law enforcement,
    security, criminology or related field. A first level university degree with a combination of relevant
    academic qualifications and extensive experience in law enforcement may be accepted in lieu of the
    advanced university degree. Graduation from a certified police academy or other law enforcement
    training institution is required. Specialized training in conducting negotiations, anti-trafficking and
    transnational organized crime is an asset.
    Work Experience: A minimum of 5 years (or 7 years in absence of advanced degree) progressively
    responsible experience in law enforcement matters, including anti kidnaping and organized crime issues
    within national police or other national law enforcement institution. Experience working in a conflict and
    post conflict setting along with experience in transnational crime management and investigation and
    management of illicit financing flow cases is required. Peacekeeping or other international experience in the
    UN or other organizations in relevant area of specialties is highly desirable.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For this position, fluency in oral and
    written English and French is required.

     

  • 12 Sep 2022

    Post title and level UN Police Human Resource Officer (P-3), Seconded (contracted)
    Organizational Unit United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH)
    Duty Station Port-au-Prince
    Reporting to Police Commissioner
    Duration: 12 Months (subject to BINUH’s budget’s approval)
    Deadline for application: 23 October 2022
    Job Opening number 2022-BINUH-00014-DPPA
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced University Degree (Master’s or equivalent) in law, law enforcement, security,
    forensic, criminology or related field. A first level university degree with a combination of relevant
    academic qualifications and extensive experience in law enforcement may be accepted in lieu of the
    advanced university degree. Graduation from a certified police academy or other law enforcement
    training institution is required. 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 5 years (or 7 years in absence of advanced degree) of active experience
    in the relevant field within police or other national law enforcement institution as Human resources
    management officer is required and must have undertaken recruitment and selection exercise, managed the
    Human Resources management tasks. Full understanding of the project/program management, institutional
    building, organizational planning, strategic planning, assessment and gap analysis and training development
    and delivery experience is desirable. Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other
    organizations in relevant area of specialties is highly desirable.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For this position, fluency in oral and
    written English and French is required.

  • 12 Sep 2022

    Post title and level UN Police Criminal Investigation Adviser (P4), Seconded (contracted)
    Organizational Unit United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH)
    Duty Station Port-au-Prince
    Reporting to Police Commissioner
    Duration: 12 Months (subject to BINUH’s budget’s approval)
    Deadline for application: 23 October 2022
    Job Opening number 2022-BINUH-00015-DPPA
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Advanced University Degree (Master’s or equivalent) in criminal justice, law enforcement,
    security, criminology or another relevant field. A first level university degree with a combination of
    relevant academic qualifications and extensive experience in law enforcement may be accepted in lieu of
    the advanced university degree. Specialized training in conducting negotiations, anti-trafficking and
    transnational organized crime is an asset.
    Work Experience: A minimum of 7 years (9 years in absence of advanced degree) of relevant progressively
    responsible experience in law enforcement matters, including anti kidnaping and organized crime issues
    within national police or other national law enforcement institution. Experience working in a conflict and
    post conflict setting along with experience in transnational crime management and conducting negotiations
    is desirable. Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other organizations in relevant area
    of specialties is highly desirable.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For this position, fluency in oral and
    written English and French is required.

  • 12 Sep 2022

    Post title and level: Training Adviser - Seconded (non-contracted)
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH)
    Duty Station: Port-au-Prince
    Reporting to: Police Commissioner
    Duration: 12 Months
    Deadline for applications: 23 October 2022 (currently vacant)
    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 7 years of active relevant experience in police or other national law
    enforcement in one or several of the following areas 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 at transforming strategic action plans, understanding of training needs analysis,
    and coordinating various stakeholders to agreed and tangible outcomes is essential.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For this position, fluency in oral and
    written English and French 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.

  • 12 Sep 2022

    Post title and level Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) Adviser -
    Seconded (non-contracted)
    Organizational Unit United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH)
    Duty Station Port-au-Prince
    Reporting to Police Commissioner
    Duration 12 Months
    Deadline for applications 23 October 2022 (post available February 2023)
    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 7 years of active relevant experience in police or other national law
    enforcement in one or several of the following areas 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 building teams from multi-agency components is an asset.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For this position, fluency in oral and
    written English and French 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.

  • 12 Sep 2022

    Post title and level Resource Mobilization Adviser - Seconded (non-contracted)
    Organizational Unit United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH)
    Duty Station Port-au-Prince
    Reporting to Police Commissioner
    Duration 12 Months
    Deadline for applications 23 October 2022 (post available December 2022)
    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 7 years of active relevant experience in police or other national law
    enforcement in one or several of the following areas 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 with co-ordinating projects / programmes and presenting the benefits of strategic plans and how
    impact is captured is an asset.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For this position, fluency in oral and
    written English and French 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.

  • 12 Sep 2022

    Post title and level Operations Adviser - Seconded (non-contracted)
    Organizational Unit United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH)
    Duty Station Port-au-Prince
    Reporting to Police Commissioner
    Duration 12 Months
    Deadline for applications 23 October 2022 (post available February 2023)
    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 7 years of active relevant experience in police or other national law
    enforcement in one or several of the following areas 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. Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other organizations,
    particularly in the listed areas is an advantage. Experience with managing all types of operational policing
    is required. Additionally, experience with working across the widest breadth of business areas of Justice,
    Operations and Investigations with relevant experience of anti-gangs and elections security is essential.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For this position, fluency in oral and
    written French and English is required. Spanish is an asset.
    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.

  • 12 Sep 2022

    Post title and level Integrity and Compliance Officer - Seconded (non-contracted)
    Organizational Unit United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH)
    Duty Station Port-au-Prince
    Reporting to Police Commissioner
    Duration 12 Months
    Deadline for applications 23 October 2022 (post available February 2023)
    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 7 years of active relevant experience in police or other national law
    enforcement in one or several of the following areas 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.
    Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other organizations, particularly in the listed
    areas is an advantage. Senior level / strategic experience is essential and demonstrated ability to influence
    change is highly desirable.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For this position, fluency in oral and
    written English and French 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.

  • 12 Sep 2022

    Post title and level Integrity and Compliance Adviser (Vetting) - Seconded (noncontracted)– 2 positions
    Organizational Unit United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH)
    Duty Station Port-au-Prince
    Reporting to Police Commissioner
    Duration: 12 Months (subject to BINUH’s budget’s approval)
    Deadline for application: 23 October 2022
    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 7 years of active service in the area of Human resource management
    including vetting and integrity compliance activities within national police or other national law enforcement
    institution. Full understanding of project/program management, institutional building, organizational
    planning, and training development and delivery experience is desirable. Peacekeeping or other international
    experience in the UN or other organizations in relevant area of specialties is highly desirable.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For this position, fluency in oral and
    written English and French is required.

    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission
    Service (AMS). 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.

     

  • 12 Sep 2022

    Post title and level Illicit Flow Adviser - Seconded (non-contracted)
    Organizational Unit United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH)
    Duty Station Port-au-Prince
    Reporting to Police Commissioner
    Duration: 12 Months (subject to BINUH’s budget approval)
    Deadline for application: 23 October 2022
    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 (criminal justice, law enforcement, security,
    criminology etc.) is highly desirable. Specialized training in conducting negotiations, anti-trafficking and
    transnational organized crime is an asset.
    Work Experience: A minimum of 7 years progressively responsible experience in law enforcement matters,
    including anti kidnaping and organized crime issues within national police or other national law enforcement
    institution. Experience working in a conflict and post conflict setting along with experience in transnational
    crime management and investigation and management of illicit financing flow cases is highly required.
    Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other organizations in relevant area of specialties
    is highly desirable.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For this position, fluency in oral and
    written English and French is required.
    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission
    Service (AMS). 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.

  • 12 Sep 2022

    Post title and level: Human Rights Officer - Seconded (non-contracted)
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH)
    Duty Station Port-au-Prince
    Reporting to Police Commissioner
    Duration 12 Months
    Deadline for applications 23 October 2022 (post available March 2023)
    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 7 years of active relevant experience in police or other national law
    enforcement in one or several of the following areas 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.
    Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other organizations, particularly in the listed
    areas is an advantage. Experience in Human Rights compliance and investigations required.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For this position, fluency in oral and
    written French 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.

  • 12 Sep 2022

    Post title and level Human Resources Adviser - Seconded (non-contracted)
    Organizational Unit United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH)
    Duty Station Port-au-Prince
    Reporting to Police Commissioner
    Duration 12 Months
    Deadline for applications 23 October 2022 (post available February 2023)
    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 7 years of active relevant experience in police or other national law
    enforcement in one or several of the following areas 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 directing recruitment, retention, promotion, legal rights including compensation and staff
    wellbeing is an asset.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For this position, fluency in oral and
    written English and French 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.

  • 12 Sep 2022

    Post title and level: Criminal Investigation Adviser (Crime Scene/Information Technology analysis), Seconded (non-contracted)
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH)
    Duty Station: Port-au-Prince
    Reporting to: Police Commissioner
    Duration:12 Months (subject to BINUH’s budget approval)
    Deadline for application: 23 October 2022
    United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education: Graduation from Police College or Academy or other recognized law enforcement educational
    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 crime scene management such as in collecting impressions,
    DNA evidence, firearms evidence and chemical evidence is an asset.
    Work Experience: A minimum of 7 years progressively responsible experience in law enforcement matters,
    including serious and organized crime investigations within national police or other national law enforcement
    institution. At least 2 years of substantive experience of working within crime investigation unit as a crime
    scene officer, investigator, or case officer. is required. Experience in crime scene management, applying
    scientific method of investigation and full understanding of the forensic evidence is desirable. Peacekeeping
    or other international experience in the UN or other organizations in conflict and post conflict area is highly
    desirable.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For this position, fluency in oral and
    written English and French is required.
    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission
    Service (AMS). 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.

  • 12 Sep 2022

    Post title and level: Anti-Kidnapping Adviser, Seconded (non-contracted) – 2 positions
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH)
    Duty Station: Port-au-Prince
    Reporting to: Police Commissioner
    Duration: 12 Months (subject to BINUH’s budget approval)
    Deadline for application: 23 October 2022
    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 (criminal justice, law enforcement, security,
    criminology etc.) is highly desirable. Specialized training in conducting negotiations, anti-trafficking and
    transnational organized crime is an asset.
    Work Experience: A minimum of 7 years progressively responsible experience in law enforcement matters,
    including anti kidnaping and organized crime issues within national police or other national law enforcement
    institution. Experience working in a conflict and post conflict setting along with experience in transnational
    crime management and conducting negotiations is desirable. Peacekeeping or other international experience
    in the UN or other organizations in relevant area of specialties is highly desirable.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For this position, fluency in oral and
    written English and French is required.
    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission
    Service (AMS). 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.

  • 12 Sep 2022

    Post title: and level Anti-Gang Adviser, Seconded (non-contracted) – 2 positions
    Organizational Unit: United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH)
    Duty Station: Port-au-Prince
    Reporting to: Police Commissioner
    Duration:
    12 Months (subject to BINUH’s budget approval)
    Deadline for application: 23 October 2022
    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 7 years of active supervisory functions in police or other national law
    enforcement institution as Police Operations Officer dealing with crime and investigation. At least 2 years of
    experience in the field of gang case or organized crime is required. Peacekeeping or other international
    experience in the UN or other organizations in conflict or post conflict area is highly desirable.
    Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN. For this position, fluency in oral and
    written English and French is required.
    Assessment for Mission Service: All candidates should be cleared through an Assessment for Mission
    Service (AMS). 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.

  • 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