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United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT)

Programme Management Officer

LocationAshgabat, Turkmenistan
LevelMid
Posted5d ago
Policy & Advocacy

Quick answer

The United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) is hiring a Programme Management Officer in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan to lead engagements with Central Asian Member States and manage counter-terrorism projects.

Role
Programme Management Officer
Organization
United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT)
Location
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan
Level
Mid
Category
Policy & Advocacy

The role

The Programme Management Officer will lead engagements with Central Asian Member States, international and regional organizations in the region, as well as civil society and other relevant stakeholders on counter-terrorism and preventing and countering violent extremism issues.

What you'll do

  • Lead local engagements with Governments on counter-terrorism issues
  • Coordinate with regional organizations such as the Shanghai Cooperation Organization
  • Oversee implementation of programmes funded through extra-budgetary means
  • Monitor project development and provide technical assistance
  • Conduct research and present findings related to counter-terrorism strategies

What it takes

  • Advanced university degree in business administration, management, economics, law, political science or related fields
  • Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management
  • Experience working with Central Asian authorities
  • Fluency in English and Russian
  • Ability to work in a multicultural environment

What you'll bring

Project or programme management experienceExperience in counter-terrorism and PCVE issuesKnowledge of Central Asian authoritiesInter-agency project management experienceAbility to conduct research and analysis

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan.

What is the compensation package?

Compensation details are not specified in the job posting.

How do I apply for this position?

Applications can be submitted through the UN recruitment platform, inspira, by following the instructions provided.

What languages are required?

Fluency in English and Russian is required.

Is this a remote position?

The job location is specified as Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, so it is not a remote position.

How to apply

Apply directly on United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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