Program Assistant (SPI)

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Country Office for Pakistan (COPAK) is tasked with assisting Pakistan through its Country Programme (CPII) 2016-19 with a focus on needs related to illicit trafficking and border management, criminal justice and drug demand reduction and HIV/AIDS. Diplomats from Pakistan regularly engage with migrants in European countries, often facing language barriers and irregular immigration status issues. Recognizing the crucial role of consular officers, including Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) liaison officers stationed at different locations, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is assisting the Federal Investigation Agency and Ministry of Foreign Affairs in building the capacity of relevant officers through training workshops and conferences. The main purpose is to enhance the capacities of these officers in providing assistance to migrants, especially women, and in combating trafficking effectively. Additionally, UNODC also hosts regional conferences regularly involving key stakeholders from regional countries. This year, the plan is to invite key stakeholders including Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt, Libya, Greece, and Italy to further regional cooperation on trafficking in persons and smuggling of migrants.

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is seeking the assistance of a National UN Volunteer to support the Human Trafficking and Migrant Smuggling (HTMS) team in organizing these events. The volunteer will play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless execution of these events, contributing to the overall success of the initiatives.

The primary objective of this assignment is to provide dedicated support to the Human Trafficking and Migrant Smuggling (HTMS) team at UNODC in organizing the national workshop and one regional conference on trafficking in persons and smuggling of migrants. The National UN Volunteer will play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless execution of these events, contributing to the overall success of the initiatives.

Program Assistant basic deliverables include:

The National UN Volunteer will report directly to Programme Officer within the HTMS team at UNODC Country Office Pakistan.

Under the overall supervision of the Senior Programme Officer, the UNV Programme Assistant will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Assist in the preparation and organization of meetings, workshops, and conferences.

• Maintain and update programme files and records, ensuring proper documentation.

• Handle routine correspondence and communication related to the programme.

• Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and other programme documents.

• Coordinate travel arrangements for team members, including booking flights and accommodations.

• Manage procurement processes for programme-related goods and services.

• Ensure timely delivery of logistical support for events and activities.

• Assist in the preparation and monitoring of budgets and financial reports.

• Assist in processing invoices, payments, and reimbursements in accordance with UNODC financial procedures.

• Maintain accurate records of expenditures and support financial audits as required.

• Support the implementation of programme activities in accordance with the work plan.

• Coordinate with partners and stakeholders to ensure effective collaboration.

• Monitor the progress of activities and provide regular updates to the Senior Programme Officer.

• Perform any other duties as required to support the HTMS programme and the UNODC team.