Assistant Programme Officer
Quick answer
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime is hiring an Assistant Programme Officer in Brasilia, Brazil to support the implementation of projects related to crime prevention, justice, and protection of vulnerable groups. The position is entry-level with no specific compensation mentioned.
- Role
- Assistant Programme Officer
- Organization
- United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)
- Location
- Brasilia, Brazil
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Assistant Programme Officer position is located in Brasilia, Brazil, and involves supporting the implementation of projects related to crime prevention, justice, and protection of vulnerable groups.
What you'll do
- Assist in the design and implementation of capacity-building initiatives for law enforcement, justice sector actors, education, social services and other relevant stakeholders.
- Support the project team in conducting training needs assessments and planning tailored technical assistance interventions aligned with national priorities and international standards.
- Keep abreast of emerging issues related to UNODC-mandate areas.
What it takes
- An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in social sciences, law, public policy, international relations, social work, criminology or a related field is required.
- A minimum of two years of progressively responsible professional work experience in the implementation and coordination of programmes or projects related to crime prevention, criminal justice, rule of law, human rights, child protection, social protection, violence prevention, trafficking in persons, or other related fields with a first-level university degree is required.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Brasilia, Brazil.
What is the compensation for this position?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
How many years of work experience are required?
A minimum of two years of progressively responsible professional work experience is required, with a first-level university degree. The requirement is reduced to zero for applicants with an advanced university degree.
What languages are required or desirable?
English is required at UN Level II proficiency. Spanish is desirable at UN Level II proficiency.
How do I apply for this position?
Applications can be submitted through the online recruitment platform, inspira, by visiting the provided link and following the instructions.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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