Consultant

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is a global leader in combating drugs, organized crime, corruption, and terrorism. Established to address these critical issues, UNODC operates through a vast network of field offices across all regions of the world. The organization is guided by a comprehensive set of international legally binding instruments and United Nations standards and norms focused on crime prevention and criminal justice. As the guardian of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC), UNODC provides essential support and technical assistance to States Parties to effectively implement the Convention. The organization has extensive experience in delivering tailored technical assistance to member states and collaborates with various national, regional, and international stakeholders to enhance its impact. UNODC is committed to developing technical tools and facilitating the exchange of best practices in the fight against corruption, making it a pivotal player in global efforts to promote integrity and transparency.

Job Overview:
The consultant position is integral to the implementation of the political party financing component of the Global Programme against Corruption (GLOZ99). This role focuses on enhancing political finance transparency and integrity, aligning with resolution 11/7 adopted by the Conference of the States Parties to the UNCAC. The consultant will provide critical analytical support, background material, and program delivery, ensuring that implementing partners meet their performance obligations in a timely manner. The consultant will engage in desk-based research, drafting, and analytical tasks across various workstreams, working closely with the OIC of TSS/CEB/DTA and regional hubs, particularly in Africa. This position requires a proactive approach to research and analysis, contributing to the development of frameworks and methodologies that support political finance integrity.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will be responsible for delivering a range of substantive outputs under the supervision of the OIC of TSS/CEB/DTA. Specific duties include: 1) Conducting a desk-based review of political party financing frameworks in Africa, identifying relevant sources, organizing research materials, and mapping legal and regulatory frameworks against standards set out in resolution 11/7 and UNCAC; 2) Analyzing political finance practices in priority countries, drafting country-level summaries, compiling data on disclosure systems and oversight mechanisms, and identifying gaps between legal frameworks and their practical implementation; 3) Designing and developing a survey to assess countries' implementation of resolution 11/7 standards, drafting guiding questions and research matrices, and integrating relevant indicators from the UNODC Statistical Framework to Measure Corruption; 4) Organizing and preparing written outputs such as policy and operational reports, background papers, analyses, and sections of reports related to political finance transparency; 5) Contributing to donor reporting by compiling results data from UNODC Hubs and implementing partners; 6) Monitoring and reviewing good practices, new developments, methodologies, and programs in political party finance; 7) Performing any other substantive tasks in support of the political party financing components of the program as required, including support for events, communications, or coordination activities during the implementation period.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree in law, international law, criminal law, social sciences, global studies, political science, or a related field. Alternatively, a first-level university degree in similar fields combined with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. Additionally, at least one year of experience working on topics related to anti-corruption, political finance, or economic governance is required. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, are essential for this role. Experience working with the United Nations system or other international development organizations is desirable, as is the capacity to work independently and with minimal supervision.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes an advanced university degree in relevant fields such as law, international law, criminal law, social sciences, global studies, or political science. A first-level university degree in similar fields, combined with two additional years of qualifying experience, may also be accepted. This educational foundation is crucial for understanding the complexities of anti-corruption and political finance issues.

Experience:
The position requires at least one year of relevant experience working on topics related to anti-corruption, political finance, or economic governance. This experience is essential for the consultant to effectively contribute to the implementation of the political party financing component of the Global Programme against Corruption. Familiarity with the workings of the United Nations or other international development organizations is considered an asset, as it enhances the consultant's ability to navigate the organizational landscape and collaborate effectively with various stakeholders.

Languages:
Fluency in oral and written English is required for this position, as English is one of the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Knowledge of another official United Nations language, such as French, is considered an advantage and may enhance the consultant's ability to engage with a broader range of stakeholders and resources.

Additional Notes:
The position is home-based and is expected to last from January 8, 2026, to December 31, 202

• It is important to note that the United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including application, interview, or training. The organization also does not request information regarding applicants' bank accounts.