Individual Contractor - Project Management Support
Quick answer
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime is hiring a Praia, Cabo Verde-based Individual Contractor for Project Management Support to facilitate the implementation of anti-organized crime and counter-narcotics initiatives.
- Role
- Individual Contractor - Project Management Support
- Organization
- United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
- Location
- Praia, Cabo Verde
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-06-24
The role
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is seeking an Individual Contractor to provide advanced project management, coordination, and operational support for anti-organized crime and counter-narcotics initiatives in Cabo Verde. The successful candidate will facilitate project implementation, monitor data, ensure administrative compliance, and coordinate with national stakeholders to meet project workplans. This role requires extensive experience in project support, reporting, and knowledge of criminal justice or law enforcement sectors.
What you'll do
- Provide day-to-day technical and operational support to project implementation.
- Maintain monitoring systems and analyze project data and indicators.
- Prepare high-quality narrative and financial reporting inputs.
- Ensure project documentation is audit-ready and compliant with UNODC rules.
- Coordinate activities and meetings with national counterparts and partners.
What it takes
- High school diploma required; university degree in a relevant field is an asset.
- At least 7 years of relevant experience in project support and coordination.
- Experience in crime prevention, criminal justice, or law enforcement.
- Fluency in English and Portuguese (oral and written).
- Strong understanding of administrative, financial, and compliance processes.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located and will there be travel?
This position is based in Praia, Cabo Verde, and requires travel within the Islands to support project implementation.
What are the core qualifications required for this role?
Candidates must have at least 7 years of project support experience, background in criminal justice or law enforcement, and fluency in both English and Portuguese.
What is the compensation for this contract?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
By when must I submit my application?
Applications for this position must be submitted no later than June 24th.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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