National expert on implementation of the Community Policing

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Issued by: OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe
Vacancy number: VNTAJC00736
Vacancy type: Experts/Consultants
Field of expertise: Civilian Police
Number of posts: 1
Duty station: Dushanbe
Date of issue: 4 February 2021
Deadline for application: 25 February 2021 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)

Background

		The OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe (POiD) is seeking an experienced National Expert on implementation of the “Community Policing” (Cooperation of police with citizens) concept and informative seminars for police officers and members of civil society within the framework of this concept. Police-community partnership: philosophy or organizational strategy that implies mutual cooperation between police and the community for more effective combat crime, fear for security, physical or mental harm and the breakdown of good neighborly relations, with the aim of improving the quality of life for all. With the support of this strategy, the police and the public can jointly determine the most effective tools and methods for improving police work, find timely solutions to problems linked to crime prevention and those that destabilize the social situation and provoke conflicts at the local, regional and national levels. Involving the public in cooperation with law enforcement helps to enhance the effectiveness of the work of the internal affairs bodies. With the help of citizens' participation in ensuring public order, it will be possible to reduce the crime rate in the country and increase the number of crimes solved. The solution to this problem may be to unite the efforts of state authorities, local government, public and human rights organizations in ensuring public order and public safety. In order to implement the concept of Community Policing, the OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe, together with the Drug Control Department (INL) of the US Embassy in Tajikistan and the Ministry of Internal Affairs developed a joint program. According to the developed program, the OSCE took responsibility for support of organization of interaction between civil society and police at the republican and regional levels. The organization of police interaction with the population at the district and jamoat levels was supposed to be supported by the Drug Control Department (INL) of the US Embassy in Tajikistan. This program is reflected in the Strategy and Program of Police Reform of Tajikistan for the period up to 2020, and during the implementation of this Program, 7 public councils for promoting civil society in police reform (PC) and 37 public councils for promoting civil society in the protection of public order (OSOP) were created. Every year, OSCE experts conduct trainings and seminars for all members of the PC to raise the level of knowledge in the field of police reform and its interaction with the population. Twice in recent years, study tours were organized to study the experience of implementing the concept of "Community Policy", where three national round tables were held with the participation of all members of the PCs on the topic "Increasing the potential of interaction between the police and civil society." Brief description: In 2020, with the support of the Office and the international organization "Saferworld", the Ministry of Internal Affairs prepared the "Guidelines for Police Interaction with the Public", which became a set of rules and regulations that define the basic principles of police interaction with the public to achieve their common goals. The seminars and trainings were held with police officers and members of public councils in the course of 2020. This came in line with recommendations of the National conference on Police and Civil Society relations to conduct trainings and seminars with personnel of the internal affairs bodies and layers of civil society, including members of public councils. Taking into account the draft Police Reform Program for the period 2021-2025, the Office will support the efforts of the Ministry of Internal Affairs to implement the concept of "Community Policing" (Interaction between the police and the public) and conduct informative seminars for police officers and members of civil society within the framework of this concept. In the course of implementing the "Community Policing" concept, training and seminar programs will be developed to increase legal literacy and awareness of employees of various police services, as well as representatives of civil society (human rights defenders, media representatives, members of the PCs and OSOPs, etc.). Trainings and seminars will be held with the personnel of the internal affairs bodies and the representatives of civil society, including members of public councils, to increase their legal literacy and awareness of the interaction between the police and civil society. National experts/consultants will be involved after the request of the Ministry of Internal Affairs for assistance in organizing trainings and seminars with all personnel of the internal affairs bodies and representatives of civil society, including members of public councils, to increase their legal literacy and knowledge of main principles of the interaction of the police and civil society.

Tasks and Responsibilities

		In close co-operation with the OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe and the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the National Expert will report to the Head of the Political-Military Department of the OSCE POiD, coordinate with the National Liaison Officer of the OSCE POiD, and will be responsible for the following tasks: Preparing training and seminar programs (including presentations and handouts) for conducting trainings and seminars with all personnel of the internal affairs bodies and representatives of civil society, including members of public councils, on the basis of the “Guidelines on Interaction between the police and public” to increase their legal literacy and knowledge of main principles of the interaction of the police and civil society; In agreement with the Ministry of Internal Affairs, preparing schedules for conducting classes in the DMIA, as well as for civil society; Conducting at least 50 trainings and seminars; Developing forms of pre and post testing for training and seminar participants; Analyzing the answers received from pre and post testing, in order to determine the improvement / deterioration of the level of knowledge of the participants after the training and seminars; Based on the results of a series of trainings and seminars, preparing a comprehensive descriptive report in Tajik or Russian, including observations, recommendations and suggestions. Expected Deliverables: Training and seminar programs are prepared for conducting trainings and seminars with the personnel of the internal affairs bodies and the representatives of civil society, including members of public councils, to increase their legal literacy and awareness on interaction between the police and civil society; At least 50 trainings and informative seminars are held with police officers and members of public councils to increase their legal literacy and awareness on interaction between the police and civil society; The pre the and post testing forms are developed and testing is conducted; Submitted comprehensive descriptive report in Tajik or Russian, including observations, recommendations and proposals for more effective training of beneficiaries in the future.

Necessary Qualifications

		Higher education in law, public administration, social sciences, security and / or military sciences or other peer education; At least 10 years’ experience in the sector of civil society organizations or in the police and law enforcement agencies, scientific and research institutions, including in the field of education in public institutions; Strong knowledge of the "Community policing" (Interaction between the police and the population) concept; Strong understanding and knowledge of the characteristics of the philosophy of "Community Policy", with special attention to gender mainstreaming and human rights; Demonstrated analytical ability as well as maturity of judgment; Good knowledge of the OSCE and UN organization areas. Previous experience of interaction and work with the OSCE, UN or EU is an asset; Preferably familiarity with the field operations of international organizations in Central Asia and / or Tajikistan in the field of activities related to the police; Demonstrated ability and willingness to work as a team member with people of different cultural and religious backgrounds, genders and different political views, while maintaining impartiality and objectivity; Flexibility and ability to work under pressure and with limited time frames; Professional fluency in Russian and Tajik languages, knowledge of English is an asset; Ability to work with Windows-based applications, including word processing and email.

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. Consultancy period: April – November 2021 Location: Dushanbe and other regions of the Republic of Tajikistan

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/vacancies. 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. Only those applicants who are selected to participate in the subsequent stages of recruitment will be contacted. The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise/re-post 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.