National Anti-Corruption Specialist Vacancy-Job Ref: JKMLUNDP/2401/2024807

National Anti-Corruption Specialist Vacancy-Job Ref: JKMLUNDP/2401/2024807
Bamako ( Mali )
JOB DESCRIPTION

UNDP is committed to recruiting staff who are diverse in terms of gender, nationality and culture. We also encourage people from ethnic minorities, indigenous communities or people with disabilities to apply. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidentiality.
UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and/or abuse, or any form of harassment, including sexual harassment, and/or any forms of discrimination. All selected candidates will therefore have to undergo rigorous checks relating to the references provided as well as their background.

2. Office/Unit/Project Description

The Project to support the fight against corruption and illicit enrichment (LUCCEI – Phase 2) is part of the implementation of axis 1 of the Strategic Framework for economic recovery and sustainable development of Mali (CREDD 2019-23) relating to the “Consolidation of democracy and improvement of governance”. This program also contributes to the achievement of several priorities of the transition charter, the strategic framework for the refoundation of the State 2022-2031, the action plan for the refoundation of the State 2022-2026 and the plan of priority actions of the 2022-2024 transition government which include among their priorities: the promotion of good governance. It will also contribute directly to the implementation of the 4 strategic axes of the new national anti-corruption strategy currently being adopted. It also contributes directly to the production of products 1.1 and 1.2 of the UNDP Country Program

This project aims to help provide populations with access to state institutions that are more accountable, transparent and respectful of the rule of law and to strengthen their confidence in the state by intervening on two main causes of the persistence of corruption. in Mali, namely: “The inadequacies of the institutional framework for the prevention and repression of corruption” (political and institutional factor) and “the trivialization and social acceptance of corruption (sociological factor)”. This objective will be achieved through the activities planned within the framework of the following 3 results: “1. State institutions intervene more effectively and coherently to prevent and fight corruption”; “2. Civil society, the private sector and the media are more equipped and are actively involved in the prevention and fight against corruption”; “3. The Malian populations are more informed on the subject of corruption and are mobilizing to prevent and fight against this scourge.” The gender dimension in the fight against corruption is addressed in a transversal manner and is an integral part of each result.

3. Scope of Work

Under the direct authority of the LUCCEI Anti-Corruption Project Manager, the incumbent will:

Ensure the management of the implementation of the anti-corruption activities of the LUCCEI project in conjunction with CSOs, the media and the sector (Coalition of Civil Society Organizations for the Fight Against Corruption and Poverty /COSCLCCP, Tuwindi Foundation; National Employers Council of Mali /CNPM, media, etc.).
Liaise with national authorities, NGOs, civil society organizations, United Nations agencies and other partners on issues related to corruption;
Support the establishment of the anti-corruption observatory provided for by the national anti-corruption strategy.
Support the professionalization of civil society organizations involved in the prevention and fight against corruption.
Support for raising awareness among private sector actors and strengthening synergies with civil society to fight corruption.
Support CSOs in setting up a corruption monitoring network, including for the reception, processing and monitoring of denunciations and corruption files.
Support the capacity building of the Media (written, audiovisual and online press) and bloggers and in the production and dissemination of content and in the prevention and fight against corruption.
Support the development and implementation of a communications strategy linked to the national anti-corruption strategy.
Provide strategic advice to national actors and CSOs responsible for preventing and combating corruption and others.
Contribute to the preparation of periodic reports, the annual work plan and all documents relating to the implementation of the project;
Support the Project Manager in the development and revision of the annual project work plan;
Strengthen and monitor partnerships with other national and international civil society organizations/structures working in the field of support for the fight against corruption;
In conjunction with the Anti-corruption project manager, represent the UNDP in meetings and discussions on issues relating to corruption, governance, financial and economic crimes;
Organize, facilitate, lead, assist and monitor trainings and workshops, meeting with anti-corruption institutions as indicated.
Conduct M&E assessments based on activity monitoring work plans and monitor qualitative and quantitative deliveries of services and goods under project and related activities
Conduct other work-related outings as requested by the Project Manager, including administrative and logistical work.
Liaise with NGOs, CSOs, national authorities, United Nations organizations (UNODC, UNWOMEN etc.) and other partners on issues related to corruption;
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Perform any other related tasks as requested by the supervisor

4. Institutional Arrangement
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5. Skills.

Core
Achieve Results:
LEVEL 3: Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, have lasting impact
Think Innovatively:
LEVEL 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, develop new ideas to solve complex problems
Learn Continuously:
LEVEL 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences
Adapt with Agility:
LEVEL 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands
Act with Determination:
LEVEL 3: Think beyond immediate task/barriers and take action to achieve greater results
Engage and Partner:
LEVEL 3: Political savvy, navigate complex landscape, champion inter-agency collaboration
Enable Diversity and Inclusion:
Cross-Functional & Technical competencies

Thematic Area Name Definition
Partnership management Relationship management Ability to engage with a wide range of public and private partners, build, sustain and/or strengthen working relations, trust and mutual understanding
Partnership management Private sector engagement Ability to identify, conduct outreach, and manage relationships with the private sector
Governance Transparency and anti-corruption /
Governance Civic engagement /
Governance Civil society engagement
Gender Gender mainstreaming /

6. Minimum Qualifications of the Successful NPSA

Min. Academic Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in the field of law, international relations, political science or a related discipline is required

A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Min. years of relevant Work experience
A minimum of 5 years (with the Master’s degree) or 7 years (with the Bachelor’s degree) of relevant professional experience in the sector of the fight against corruption, good governance and illicit enrichment.
Relevant experience in supporting and partnering with civil society, the media and/or the private sector
At least one experience in project implementation and monitoring.
professional experience in civil society, non-governmental and/or international organizations
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Required skills and competencies Good knowledge of IT tools, Excel and other relevant software
Desired additional skills and competencies
Proven experience working in the anti-corruption sector
Proven experience working within or in partnership with civil society.
Proven experience working with the media and the private sector.
Knowledge of international cooperation is an asset
Required Language(s) (at working level) Excellent written and oral knowledge of French required, knowledge of the local language is also required
Professional Certificates N/A
7. Travel:

Any evidence attesting to the candidate’s ability to travel on a long journey

8. The following documents shall be required from the applicants:

a) CV or P11 indicating previous similar functions held, duration, qualifications, email addresses of the candidate and three references among their former supervisors;

b) A cover letter from the candidate explaining why he is qualified for this position;

c) Any other document may be required by the Project Manager or Coordinator;

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Female applications are strongly encouraged.

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