Programme Officer
Quick answer
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime is hiring a Vienna-based, temporary Programme Officer to lead technical cooperation and project management for programs across Africa and the Middle East.
- Role
- Programme Officer
- Organization
- United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
- Location
- Vienna, Austria
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-06-23
The role
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is seeking a Programme Officer to provide substantive support for regional and national programs in Africa and the Middle East. The role involves technical backstopping, report development, and monitoring program implementation related to corruption, organized crime, and criminal justice. This is a temporary position based in Vienna, Austria, focused on coordinating activities with field offices and facilitating resource mobilization.
What you'll do
- Provide substantive support for regional and national drug control and crime prevention programmes.
- Coordinate inputs for UN reports related to corruption, terrorism, and human rights.
- Monitor and analyze programme performance data to ensure results-based impact.
- Support fundraising and resource mobilization efforts by drafting donor briefs and project proposals.
- Facilitate communication and information flow between UNODC headquarters and field offices.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in social sciences, law, economics, or international relations.
- Minimum of five years of professional experience in technical cooperation or programme management.
- Fluency in both English and French at UN Level III proficiency.
- Strong background in crime prevention, law enforcement, or criminal justice reform.
- Proven experience in data analytics or utilizing data visualization for reporting.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this job position located in Vienna?
Yes, this position is based at the UNODC headquarters in Vienna, Austria.
What is the duration of this employment?
This is a temporary position available for a duration of 364 days.
Are there specific language requirements?
Yes, candidates must be proficient in both English and French at the UN Level III standard.
When is the deadline to apply?
Applications must be submitted by June 23rd.
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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