National Programme Coordinator

**_The position has been opened on behalf of UNODC Regional Office for South Asia
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**Background**

**Job Purpose and Organizational Context**:
The position is located in New Delhi, India and falls under the overall supervision of the UNODC Regional Office for South Asia (ROSA) located in New Delhi, India. Within the framework of the Regional Programme for South Asia (2024 - 2028), and more specifically to address the subprogramme 1 on addressing the drug problem; the subprogramme 2 on preventing and countering organized crime; and the subprogramme 4 on preventing and countering terrorism, the incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the UNODC Regional Representative/Deputy Representative, Regional Office for South Asia (ROSA) and in close coordination with relevant Programme Teams in South Asia.

**Duties and Responsibilities**

**Summary of key functions**:

- **_Coordinate the development and implementation of programmes, projects and initiatives _**
- **_Support management with technical inputs and strategic oversight _**

**Responsibilities**:

- **_Coordinate the development and implementation of programmes, projects and initiatives _**
- Supervise and coordinate the delivery of interventions/activities falling under relevant sub programmes related to drug trafficking, terrorism prevention and organized crime, more specifically related to the regional project on _“ _**_Tackling Drug-related Illicit Financial Flows in South Asia to Counter Terrorism _**”.
- Ensure synergies with other programmes in South Asia and facilitate coordination among the relevant personnel and units at ROSA, other Programme Offices in the South Asia region and global programme teams from HQ, in particular with regard to the implementation of assessments, capacity building activities etc.
- Ensure regular communication with all stakeholders and ensure that reporting obligations and other obligations towards the donors and other stakeholders are fulfilled in a timely manner.
- Ensure complete visibility of the project and share regular updates within and outside UNODC.
- Monitor national and regional situations and support the development of improved evidence-based knowledge on the status and characteristics of terrorism related issues.Review and maintain financial oversight of projects and initiatives.

**_2. Support management with technical inputs and strategic oversight: _**
- Build strong relationships with senior leadership, clients, and team members, keeping everyone informed and engaged.
- Prepare and draft a variety of written outputs, such as background papers, progress reports, evaluation reports, mission reports, briefings and presentations.
- Share strategic insights on organized crime, drug trafficking and terrorism in the South Asian context.
- Provide policy advice and technical guidance in the field of preventing and countering terrorism, violent extremism, illicit financial flows, drug trafficking and related matters.
- Based on the accumulated experience, develop new project ideas/concepts for India and the south Asia region, in line with the Regional Programme for South Asia (2024-2028).
- Maintain contact on law enforcement issues with international bodies and organizations and work closely with liaison officers and donor representatives in South Asia.
- Actively pursue the identification and realization of funding possibilities for the above described UNODC programme areas in South Asia.
- Represent UNODC in major meetings/workshops and conferences in the region related to UNODC mandated areas.
- Perform other duties as required.

**Competencies**

**Corporate Competencies**:

- Demonstrates commitment to UNODCP’s mission, vision and values.
- Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

**Functional Competencies**:
**Planning & Organizing**:Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

**Communication**:Proven and sustained communication (oral and written) skills, including ability to prepare reports and conduct presentations by clearly formulating positions on issues, articulating options concisely conveying the maximum necessary information, making and defending recommendations maximum necessary information, making and defending recommendations. Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

**Creativity**:Actively seeks to improve programmes or