Programme Support Officer (Drug Control & Forensics)

Overview

The Programme Support Officer (Drug Control & Forensics) will provide high-level executive, programmatic, and operational support to ensure effective coordination and delivery of the Regional Programme for Drug Control and Forensics.

Tasks Summary

• Provide executive and administrative support, including managing the coordinator’s agenda, correspondence, travel, and meetings.
• Draft, edit, and finalize communications, reports, meeting minutes, and presentations.
• Maintain systematic records and archives of programme documents.
• Support programme planning, monitoring and evaluation, including work plans and budgets.
• Assist in the preparation, review, and coordination of programme documentation.
• Support internal coordination across UNODC ROMENA sections and field offices.
• Assist in liaising with national, regional, and international partners.
• Support the monitoring of implementation progress and support the drafting of analytical briefs.
• Support portfolio data collection, trend analysis, and visualization of programme results.
• Ensure effective administrative and logistical support for events, missions, and procurement processes.
• Provide logistical and operational support to the Drug Control Programme, including ERP requisitioning and financial workflows.

Experience Requirements

• 3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in programme and project coordination, administration, or technical assistance.
• Experience in managing documentation, reporting, and communications in an international context.
• Previous experience in the UN system or other international development organizations is an asset.
• Proven ability to handle sensitive information with discretion, political awareness, and professionalism.
• Excellent analytical, drafting, and reporting skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality outputs under pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Solid computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications and virtual collaboration platforms.
• Ability to work independently and proactively with minimal supervision.
• Sound understanding of the political, social, and cultural context of the MENA region is an asset.
• Experience in ERP systems is desirable.

Qualification Requirements

Bachelor's degree in International Relations, Business Administration, Public Administration, MBA, Criminology, Law, Public Policy, Political Science, or other related fields.

Other Details

Languages Required: Arabic, Level: Fluent, Required English, Level: Fluent, Required

Languages Preferred: French, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable

Contract Duration: 9 months (with possibility of extension)

Work Modality: Onsite

Remuneration: • Volunteer Living Allowance (USD 1,306.5/Month) • Entry Lump-Sum = USD 400 (one-time payment) • Exit Lump-Sum upon completion of contract. • Medical and life Insurance premium/Cigna (100%) and dependents policy.