Jobs Recruitment: United Nations Office On Drugs And Crime Internship, Abuja, Nigeria

Posted On Mon 11th July, 2011 - opportunitynigeriajobs.blogspot.com

Closing Date: Wednesday, 20 July 2011

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UNDP
Samora Machel Street
Abuja, Nigeria

Data Collection;

Effectiveness;

Human Resources;

International Relations;

Law Enforcement;

Project Activities;

Trafficking

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Drugs and Crime

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Background

Under the guidance and supervision of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Representative a.i and the direct supervision of the Associate Expert, the intern will work with the Justice Sector Team and will provide general support for the Team. Within the annual corporate work plan the team will have to perform the objectives and results of the country office work plan.

Duties and Responsibilities

Support the Country Office in the preparation for the InternationaI Day against Drugs and Trafficking and launch of the 2011 World Drug Report:

• Assist in Liaising with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) on the UN International Day against Drugs and Trafficking;
• Assist in the preparation of a power-point presentation for the launch of the 2011 World Drug Report.

Support the Justice Sector Reforms project:

• Assist in the analysis of data collection for the evaluation of project NGA T52: ''Improving the Nigeria Prison Service Adherence to international standards in the treatment of prisoners through human resources development.''
• Support in liaising with stakeholders under the Bayelsa Expenditure and Income Transparency Initiative (BEITI) project;
• Assist in the preparation of reports on project activities.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability in a multicultural environment.

Functional Competencies:

Development and Operational Effectiveness

• Ability to learn to perform a variety of activities related to Justice Sector Reform;
• Good IT and research skills;
• Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills.

Leadership and Self-Management

• Focuses on result for the unit;
• Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view;
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
• Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure.

Required Skills and Experience

Education

A first university degree with firm offer of admission to, or completion of first year master's course work in Law and International Relations.

Experience

Work experience not required. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc)

Language Requirements:

Fluency (both written and spoken) in English.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

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