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Consultant (Cybercrime-Access to Justice Expert) - NewYork, United States - United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
2 weeks ago
Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Result of Service
The Consultant (Private Military Groups Expert) will support UNICRI with the preparation of an analytical report on cybercrime in Africa and access to justice in the digital age.
Work LocationHome-based
Expected duration
6 months
Duties and Responsibilities
United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI) is a United Nations entity established in 1968 to support countries worldwide in preventing crime and facilitating criminal justice.
UNICRI is mandated to assist intergovernmental, governmental and non-governmental organizations in formulating and implementing improved policies in the field of crime prevention and criminal justice.
UNICRI' s goals are:
In 2023, UNICRI released its report "SDG16:
Through a Digital Lens" that delved into the various digital dimensions that challenge or enable the progress toward Goal 16 of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development on peace, justice and strong institutions.
As a follow-up to this, UNICRI and the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) launched in 2024 a new research initiative focused on access to justice in the digital age, that seeks to explore cybercrime in Africa and the impact the complexities of cybercrime present in terms of access to justice for victims.
In July 2024, the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLFP) will convene under the auspices of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) and review, inter alia, goal 16 of the 2030 Agenda.
This occasion presents a unique opportunity to highlight the findings of UNICRI's work.Under the supervision of the New York Liaison Officer, the incumbent will perform the following tasks:
PHASE 1:
Prepare Research Plan
PHASE 2:
Research and Analysis
PHASE 3:
Report Preparation
PHASE 4:
Promotion of the Report
Advanced University degree (Master's or equivalent) in law, criminology, political science, international relations, history, social science or a related field is required.
A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.
A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience working on access to justice in digital age is required. Experience in carrying out research and the preparation of analytical reports is required. Experience working in or with African counterparts is required, preferably in Namibia, Sierra Leone, South Africa and/or South Sudan. Experience working on cybercrime is highly desirable. Experience working with international organizations is desirable.Languages
For this position, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of French and/or Arabic is desirable.
Additional Information
Not available.
No Fee
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