Overview
The Expert will contribute to drafting and finalizing reports for a Sanctions Committee and engage in regional and international travel.
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to monitoring sanctions measures and investigating alleged violations.
- Participate in investigations and contribute to reporting through investigative reports, midterm and final reports.
- Contribute to recommendations for improved implementation of Security Council resolutions.
- Compile information on individuals and entities engaging in sanctions violations.
- Prepare and deliver briefings and presentations on the sanctions regime and Panel activities.
- Monitor media on issues and cases relevant to the Panel’s mandate.
- Assist in identifying areas to strengthen State capacities for sanctions implementation.
- Contribute to reports adhering to high standards of evidence and rigorous methodology.
- Provide due process to Member States, entities, and individuals.
- Take on other duties as mandated by the Security Council or directed by the Committee.
- Contribute to the preparation of a programme of work and travel schedule.
- Participate in investigative missions and bilateral consultations.
- Draft and follow up on correspondence.
- Collate and assess information obtained.
- Classify, categorize, and archive materials.
- Submit an End of Assignment Report.
Required Experience
- A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in the relevant area is required.
- A minimum of three years of field experience is required.
- Significant field experience in post-conflict or other transitional situations is required.
- Strong field research or investigative experience in the area of expertise is required.
- Experience in writing high-quality reports is required.
- Proven interpersonal skills in complex, political and structured working environments is required.
- A demonstrated understanding of sanctions regimes in a United Nations, regional organization or Member State setting is highly desirable.
- Experience in working under the rules and regulations of the organization and the working culture and methods of the United Nations Secretariat is highly desirable.
Qualifications
- An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in military science, political science, international relations, law, finance, journalism or other relevant area is required.
- A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
