National Consultant (Anti-Corruption and Peacebuilding) at United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime – Egypt
Recruiter: United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
About United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime is part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.
Job Summary
This consultancy provides an opportunity to contribute specialized expertise to United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime’s mission in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in Egypt, you will apply your professional skills to address complex challenges in international cooperation and sustainable development and support the organization’s programmatic objectives. This role offers the flexibility of consultancy work while contributing to meaningful international development outcomes with global impact.
Full Job Description
Result of Service
Confirmation of a pilot public sector institution for CRM exercise and justification provided for its selection. At least one corruption risk assessment workshop held in South Sudan. At least one corruption risk mitigation planning workshop held in South Sudan. At least one conflict and gender-sensitive corruption risk mitigation plan endorsed and implementation initiated in a public sector institution. South Sudanese stakeholders supported to participate in one CRM study tour and/or regional meeting. Relevant reports drafted.
Work Location
Based in Juba, South Sudan. With Travel to MENA countries
Expected duration
8 months and 2 weeks from 15 April 2026 to 31 December 2026
Duties and Responsibilities
The Consultant will: Prepare, co-facilitate and follow-up on corruption risk assessment and risk mitigation workshops in at least one pilot public institution and facilitate the endorsement of the corruption risk mitigation plan, ensuring that it is conflict and gender sensitive. Facilitate ongoing buy-in and support for the CRM process among South Sudanese stakeholders, including through learning from South-South cooperation events. Support the implementation of a corruption risk mitigation plan in at least one public sector institution
Qualifications/special skills
An advanced university degree (Masters degree or equivalent) in criminology, law, political sciences, sociology, or a related field is required. A first level university degree in similar fields in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. A minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in the field of criminal justice, governance and/or anti-corruption in South Sudan Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Excellent command of written and spoken English Experience in planning and producing interactive events for high-level counterparts Previous work experience with the UN or other International Organizations is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in English, i.e. oral and written proficiency, is required. Knowledge of another United Nations official language is an advantage.
Additional Information
Not available.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS BANK ACCOUNTS.
Key Details
- Job Title: National Consultant (Anti-Corruption and Peacebuilding)
- Grade: CON
- Location: Cairo, Egypt
- Department: United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
- Contract Type: Consultancy
- Salary Range:$50,000.0 – $120,000.0 USD annually
Qualifications
- English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in English, i.e. oral and written proficiency, is required. Knowledge of another United Nations official language is an advantage.
Skills
- Not specified in the official posting
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Professional development opportunities
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- Inclusive and collaborative work environment
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official UN careers portal. It is encouraged that applications be updated in the case where new skills or experience are obtained from the time of the initial application so that programme managers will have the most up-to-date information to aid them in their recruiting.