International Consultant – Drafting of a Good Practices Document on Risk Based Supervision of DPMS

Overview

International Consultant to lead the drafting of a comprehensive good practices document on AML/CFT risk based supervision of Precious Metals and Stones (DPMS). The document will identify supervisory practices aligned with FATF standards.

Tasks Summary

• Review global mapping results, regional analysis, OECD/WGC materials and other AML/CFT sources.
• Identify common challenges, innovative approaches and emerging risk patterns in DPMS supervision.
• Draft all parts of the good practices document including terminology, supply chain vulnerabilities, FATF Recommendation linkages, good practices for supervisors, and recommendations for future FATF guidance and technical assistance.
• Participate in EGMs and integrate comments from experts, steering committee, Member States, FATF, OECD, WGC and other partners.
• Revise the draft based on internal and external feedback.
• Produce a final, publication ready version in UNODC style.

Experience Requirements

• A minimum of ten (10) years of professional experience in anti-money laundering and counter terrorism financing for government or international organizations is required.
• Experience in drafting FATF-style documents is required.
• A strong understanding of risk-based approach and DNFBP supervision is desirable.

Qualification Requirements

• An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in law, international relations, security studies, economics, finance, political science or related field is required. A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Other Details

Languages Required: Fluency in oral and written English is required.

Languages Preferred: Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

Contract Duration: From 20 April to 30 December 2026 (altogether 45 working days)

Work Modality: Home‑based with travel to Vienna June 2026

Remuneration: