Organized Crime Adviser

The general minimum requirements for working with the OSCE are:

• Excellent physical condition
• Possession of a valid automobile driving license and ability to drive using manual transmission
• Ability to cope with physical hardship and willingness to work extra hours and in an environment with limited infrastructure

The general minimum requirements for working in this field of expertise are:

• Graduation from a recognized police training school
• Negotiating and interpersonal skills
• Ability to read and utilise maps
• Ability to perform first aid
• Regular, active police service experience
• Very good oral and written English communication skills
• Knowledge of International Police Standards and human rights

Furthermore, this level of responsibility requires the following:

Education:

Police administrative courses in relevant field and specialized subject area

Experience:

Minimum 10 years of diversified police experience including at least 12 months operational experience in the relevant field and specialized subject area

Additionally, this particular post has specific requirements:

Mandatory:

• Proven working experience in the field of combating organized crime and translational threats, supported by recent practical experience in this area
• Very good knowledge of organized crime as a phenomenon and practical experiences in risk and needs analysis at Organized Crimes sphere, crime case documentation and supervision of serious and organized crime investigations
• Project management experience, including development, implementation and monitoring, preferably of law enforcement project activities
• Law enforcement development experience within the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS)
• Knowledge of regional political developments, legislative and police reform issues in Central Asia
• Ability to work with government officials and institutions, as well as the ability to establish contact and develop confident relations with civil society
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills; ability to compile and analyze relevant information
• Flexibility and ability to work under pressure and within limited time frames
• Cultural sensitivity and judgment
• Demonstrated 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
• Knowledge of OSCE principles and commitments
• Professional fluency in the English and Russian languages, both oral and written
• Ability to operate Windows applications, including word processing and email

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Police Affairs, the Organized Crime Adviser advises and supports the Head of Police Affairs in the enhancement of the capacity of the local law enforcement agencies to deal with new types of organized crime and new technologies in line with international human rights best practices and develops strategic initiatives accordingly. Specifically, the Organized Crime Adviser:

1. Assesses and reports on organized crime-related issues, as well as drafts relevant background reports, food-for-thought papers and input to the Centre's regular reporting;
2. Provides analysis and advice to the Head of Police Affairs on organized crime-related issues, and proposes course of action to be implemented in developing the inter-institutional mechanism for organized crime countering;
3. Co-ordinates all interested state authorities efforts in developing efficient multi-agency network for organized crime countering, in assisting agreed joint strategies and action plans through governance and a delivery model;
4. Liaises with relevant local, international and/or government agencies in identifying and analysing the problems/needs/risks in organized crimes sphere; proposes appropriate initiatives, plans, and course of action to address them;
5. Develops and implements projects (sourced internally or externally), and co-ordinates all the stages of the project management cycle (planning, designing, budgeting, management and evaluation);
6. As requested by the Head of Police Affairs, represents the OSCE and the Centre in Bishkek on advocating for the fulfilment of OSCE commitments related to organized crime fighting practices, behaviour and structures to external audiences;
7. Supervises the work of two Programme staff as directed;
8. Performs other duties as required.

The OSCE is committed to achieving a better balance of women and men within the Organization. The nomination of female candidates is particularly encouraged.

Candidates should, prior to applying, verify with their respective nominating authority to which extent financial remuneration and/or benefit packages will be offered.

Please apply to your relevant authorities several days prior to the deadline expiration to ensure timely processing of your application. Delayed nominations will not be considered.