UNODC India·May 1, 2026

Senior Programme Support Officer (Maritime Operational Analysis)

The UNV Senior Programme Support Officer (Maritime Operational Analysis) is expected to be able to perform the following tasks: - Lead comprehensive operational analyses on maritime criminal trends affecting India and th...

On-siteNationalExpert UCoS from Apr202616. Peace, justice and strong institutions
On-site

India

New Delhi

Duration

182 days

Extendable

Positions

1 Available

Deadline

May 15, 2026

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Sustainable Development Goal

16. Peace, justice and strong institutions

General Information

Description of assignment title

Senior Programme Support Officer (Maritime Operational Analysis)

Assignment country

India

Expected start date

Jun 1, 2026

Sustainable Development Goal

16. Peace, justice and strong institutions

Volunteer category

Expert UCoS from Apr2026

Host entity

UNODC India

Type

onsite

Duration

182 days
(with possibility of extension)

Number of assignments

1

Duty stations

New Delhi

Assignment Details

Mission and Objectives

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC; French: Office des Nations unies contre la drogue et le crime) is a United Nations office that was established in 1997 as the Office for Drug Control and Crime Prevention by combining the United Nations International Drug Control Program (UNDCP) and the Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Division in the United Nations Office at Vienna, adopting the current name in 2002. The UNODC Regional Office for South Asia is located in New Delhi (India) and covers six countries of the region: Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal and Sri Lanka. Under its Regional Programme for South Asia, UNODC is delivering technical assistance to South Asia under the following five sub programmes: (1) a comprehensive response to the drug problem (drug trafficking & drugs and health); (2) countering transnational organized crime; (3) countering corruption; (4) terrorism prevention; (5) criminal justice and crime prevention

Context

The position is located within the Indian Ocean East team of the Global Maritime Crime Programme (GMCP), based in New Delhi, India, within the UNODC Regional Office for South Asia (ROSA). Under the overall supervision of the ROSA Representative, and direct supervision of the Regional Programme Coordinator of the Indian Ocean East team (GMCP), UNV Senior Programme Support Officer (Maritime Operational Analysis) will provide substantive technical expertise for maritime operational analysis, policy engagement, and programme implementation in India.

Task Description

The UNV Senior Programme Support Officer (Maritime Operational Analysis) is expected to be able to perform the following tasks: - Lead comprehensive operational analyses on maritime criminal trends affecting India and the Eastern Indian Ocean, including drug trafficking, maritime terrorism, trafficking in persons, environmental and fisheries crimes. - Monitor and assess emerging maritime security threats, translating analytical findings into strategic, evidence-based recommendations for programming and policy engagement. - Serve as principal technical focal point for engagement with Indian maritime law enforcement, criminal justice institutions, and relevant ministries to strengthen cooperation with UNODC GMCP. - Drive the development and implementation of GMCP activities in India, ensuring alignment with national priorities and regional maritime security frameworks. - Design and lead capacity-building initiatives, including workshops, consultations, maritime domain awareness initiatives, and technical dialogues. - Develop high-quality analytical and policy products, including strategic assessments, briefing notes, concept notes, and reports to support high-level engagements and programme visibility. - Identify technical assistance needs and develop structured responses to strengthen maritime law enforcement and criminal justice capacities in India. - Coordinate closely with GMCP teams in the Indian Ocean East region and represent the programme at relevant national and regional maritime security meetings. - Perform any other duties as required/assigned.

Eligibility Criteria

Age

18 - 80

Required experience

7 years

Nationality

Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment.

Assignment Requirements

Relevant experience

7 years

Language Requirements
EnglishRequired
Fluent
Required education level

Master's degree

Area(s) of expertise

Development programmes, Security and protection

Driving license

-

Competencies and values
• Accountability • Adaptability and Flexibility • Communication • Planning and Organizing • Professionalism • Self-Management • Working in Teams
Skills and experience
- At least seven (7) years of experience conducting research and producing analytical outputs on maritime affairs, particularly relating to maritime security and/or maritime law enforcement, is required. - Experience in using varied operational analyses methods (qualitative, quantitative, mixed) is required; - Experience and competencies on IT Microsoft Office package, internet and web-based data management software is required; - Experience working in the South Asian region in a similar position is desirable; - A good understanding on the maritime domain in South Asia is required; - Familiarity with the UNODC and/or UNODC’s Global Maritime Crime Programme (GMCP) is desirable; - Strong interpersonal and communication skills including demonstrated tact in intercultural communication is required; - Excellent writing skills is required; - Ability to build trust across cultural lines is required; - Planning and organisation skills is required.

Additional Information

Living conditions and remarks
The assignment will be based in New Delhi. New Delhi is the capital city of India, experiences a diverse climate and has distinct living conditions influenced by its weather, infrastructure, and culture. A melting pot of cultures, languages, and cuisines, reflecting the diverse nature of India. Overall, living in Delhi offers a mix of modern urban life with deep-rooted traditions and challenges typical of a large, bustling metropolis. As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. This position is based in New Delhi. National UN Volunteers are part of the malicious insurance plan. National UN Volunteers are expected to be culturally sensitive and adjust to the prevailing culture and traditions. The contract lasts for the period indicated above with possibility of extensions subject to availability of funding, operational necessity and satisfactory performance. However, there is no expectation of renewal of the assignment. UN Volunteer entitlements and allowances: The purpose of the allowances and entitlements paid to the UN Volunteer is to enable UN Volunteers to sustain a secure standard of living at the duty stations in line with United Nations standards without incurring personal costs. For more information on entitlements please read the Conditions of Service (https://explore.unv.org/cos). For information specific to your assignment, please see below: - Volunteer living allowance: INR 140,316.82 - Entry lump sum: USD 350 - Relocation costs: $175 at beginning and end of assignment if duty station is outside of commuting distance (as determined by UNV) - Exit allowance (paid on successful completion of the assignment): USD 120 for each month served, paid on completion of contract - Comprehensive coverage for health, life, malicious acts for the UN Volunteer and health insurance coverage for up to 3 eligible dependents - Annual leave: 2.5 days per month For more information on entitlements please read the Conditions of Service (https://explore.unv.org/cos).
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