National Expert to conduct the overall assessment/evaluation of Police Reform process in Tajikistan for the period of 2013-2020

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Issued by: OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe
Vacancy number: VNTAJC00701
Vacancy type: Experts/Consultants
Field of expertise: Military Affairs
Number of posts: 1
Duty station: Dushanbe
Date of issue: 7 May 2020
Deadline for application: 28 May 2020 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)

Background

		In 2008, the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan decided to launch a comprehensive police reform process. The OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe was requested by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan (hereinafter referred to as “MIA”) to facilitate the reforming process through provision of consultative assistance on the basis of its cross-dimensional approach to security. As a follow-up to the request, the Office employed an OSCE Needs Assessment Mission to conduct a research of the MIA’s status quo on policing and needs to be fulfilled for its improvement. The Needs Assessment Mission was carried out by OSCE officials mainly originating from the OSCE Secretariat. Upon completion of the needs assessment, the parties (OSCE and the MIA respectively) agreed on signing a Memorandum of Understanding in 2011 (hereinafter referred to as “MoU”) between the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan and the OSCE on police reform issues, and the development of the Police Reform Strategy. The MoU serves as a legal framework, which clarifies the tasks and responsibilities for each party. One of the key responsibilities of the Office was to provide advisory and consultative assistance to the MIA and to engage the Civil Society Assistance Group in the process of the development of the police reform strategy. The fundamental findings of the needs assessment served as a key reference in developing the Police Reform Strategy and were reflected in its first draft prepared by an OSCE international expert. Further, the Strategy was reviewed and revised by the Civil Society Advisory Group and the members of the Police Reform Steering Group, as well as by a Working Group, comprised of various representatives of law enforcement, civil society and Human Rights activists and other governmental bodies. The Police Reform Strategy was adopted in 2013 by Decree of the President of Tajikistan, and was meant to serve as a road map in outlining the strategic state policies in the field of community-based police development throughout 2013-2020. The implementation modalities of the Strategy were outlined both in the Police Reform Program and Action Plan for 2014-2020, which were approved by the MIA and adopted by the Government of Tajikistan. Brief description: In 2020, the MIA plans to commission an overall assessment of Police Reform process in Tajikistan for 2013-2020 based on the main police reform strategic documents, completed towards its objectives and goals. Based on the assessment results, the MIA is expecting to obtain comprehensive analytical report on the results of implementation of Programme and its Action Plan for 2013-2020 and recommendations on the activities and projects which weren`t implemented in previous period, but should be included in the period of new Programme for 2021-2025. The assessment aims at evaluating the responsiveness of the program towards Development Assistance Committee of the Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD/DAC) criteria including effectiveness, efficiency, impact, sustainability, challenges, obstacles and priorities for improvement of future planning. Further, the assessment will develop recommendations and cost estimates based on a thorough identification of possible shortcomings of the current strategy and action plan. These recommendations are supposed to serve as a basis for course corrections and planning of for the next stage of the police reform process. As a result, the assessment will serve as a key reference point determining the further way forward and practical steps to be taken in the police reform process. An independent national expert/consultant, assisted by a national expert assigned from Government side, will conduct the overall assessment of the Police Reform in Tajikistan for 2013-2020. The process has been planned for 6 (six) weeks (June - July 2020) and will be based on the Memorandum of Understanding on Police Reform, the Police Reform Strategy for 2013-2020, and the Police Reform Program and Action Plan for 2014-2020. Objective: The assessment aims at assessing past actions and propose future steps to be made towards the implementation of the Police Reform process in Tajikistan in 2013-2020 based on the Police Reform Strategy, Programme and Action plan.

Tasks and Responsibilities

		Working closely with the OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe and the MIA (in particular with other national expert appointed by Government of RT) the expert/consultant will report to the Head of Politico-Military Department, Adviser of Counter Terrorism and Police Issues, National Police Assistance Officer and National Liaison Officer of OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe and coordinate with the Head of Police Reform Steering Group, and be responsible for the following: Examine the implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan and the OSCE on Police Reform in terms of the obligations of the Government and OSCE; Analyze the implementation of the Police Reform Strategy, Programme and Action Plan objectively and impartially and assess the reasons for the non-fulfillment of certain measures, including financial provision; Compare the existing draft of Law on Police with the main provisions of the European Code of Police Ethics; Analyze the progress in the preparation of secondary legislation, in particular draft government decrees, MIA instructions and provisions on the implementation of joint projects; Review and analyse projects, related to the implementation of the police reform in Tajikistan; Review and analyse the national legislation and legal framework, related to the police reform; Conduct meetings with senior management of the MIA (can be conducted via Video Tele-Conference System, Skype or Zoom); Identify exemplary functions of managerial staff in the context of prevention of corruption; Conduct a series of meetings with all law enforcement agencies and governmental structures, involved in the police reform process; Conduct a series of meetings with international organizations and donors supporting the police reform process in Tajikistan (can be conducted via Video Tele-Conference System, Skype or Zoom); Conduct field visits to regions in Tajikistan in order to assess the work and activities of Public Councils on Police Reform (can be conducted via Video Tele-Conference System, Skype or Zoom); Study the process of preparation of normative documents by the MIA, which would regulate certain areas of activity of the Public Councils; Based on the findings, deliver a written comprehensive analytical final report within clearly determined deadlines by the senior management of the OSCE and MIA, assessing the effectiveness, efficiency, impact and sustainability of the Police Reform process thus far while at the same time outline challenges, obstacles and priorities for future planning. Recommendations shall include: a. proposed changes to the future Police Reform Programme and the Plan for its implementation, b. the preparation of by-laws and instructions of the MIA that will enable the implementation of the activities envisaged in the Program and Action Plan Expected Output/Deliverable: Final comprehensive analytical report by the end of assignment. Duration of assignment for the national expert: 8 June - 31 July 2020.

Necessary Qualifications

		University degree in law, public administration, social sciences,security and/or military sciences, or equal education; Minimum ten (10) years’ working experience in civil society organizations sector or police and law-enforcement agencies, scientific and research institutions, including public administration within state entities; Thorough knowledge of internationally recognized standards and practices in terms of external evaluation, enriched by experience in a successfully conducted institutional reform endeavours, strategy planning and programs evaluation, project management and fundraising; Solid understanding and knowledge of specificities and sensitiveness of institutional reform processes, with understanding on gender mainstreaming and human rights; Demonstrated analytical skills as well as maturity of judgment; Good knowledge of the OSCE and UN organization’s area of operation. Previous work-experience within OSCE, UN or EU is an asset; Familiarity with international organization field operations in Central Asia and/or Tajikistan, in the area of police-related activities is desirable; Demonstrates ability and willingness to work as a member of a team, with people of different cultural and religious backgrounds, different gender, and diverse political views, while maintaining impartiality and objectivity; Flexibility and ability to work under pressure and with limited time frames; Professional fluency in the Russian and Tajik languages, working knowledge of English is as an asset; Ability to operate windows applications, including word processing and e-mail.

Required competencies

		Core values Commitment: Actively contributes to achieving organizational goals Diversity: Respects others and values their diverse perspectives and contributions Integrity: Acts in a manner consistent with the Organization’s core values and organizational principles Accountability: Takes responsibility for own action and delegated work Core competencies Communication: Actively works to achieve clear and transparent communication with colleagues and with stakeholders of the Organization Collaboration: Works effectively with others on common goals and fosters a positive, trust-based working environment Planning: Works towards the achievement of goals in a structured and measured manner Analysis and decision-making: Analyses available information, draws well-founded conclusions and takes appropriate decisions Initiative-taking: Proposes and initiates new ideas, activities and projects Flexibility: Responds positively and effectively to changing circumstances Managerial competencies (for positions with managerial responsibilities) Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, builds trust and creates an enabling environment Strategic thinking: Identifies goals that advance the organizational agenda and develops plans for achieving them Managing performance: Helps to maximize team performance by providing active feedback and skill development opportunities

Remuneration Package

		The consultant will be remunerated commensurate with consultant’s experience and qualifications in accordance with OSCE established rates. Applicants should indicate whether they wish to be included in the OSCE Roster of Consultants for similar assignments.

How To Apply

		If you wish to apply for this position, please use the OSCE's online application link found under https://jobs.osce.org/. In case of technical difficulties with online application, please use the OSCE offline application form that can be downloaded at https://jobs.osce.org/resources/document/offline-application-form. The completed application form along cover letter and recommendation letters should be submitted by email to POiD-Recruitment@osce.org quoting the job title in the subject line. Please note that applications received after the deadline, submitted in different formats than the OSCE Application Form or in other languages than the English language will not be considered. The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment, to offer an appointment at a lower grade or to offer an appointment with a modified job description or for a different duration. The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious, ethnic and social backgrounds to apply to become a part of the organization.