Result of Service A. An 8-10 page “Explainer” and accompanying flyer, providing an overview of the phenomenon of NCII, its criminalization under Article 16 of the Convention and steps/tips for Member States in implementing Article 16; B.
A comprehensive package of public awareness materials on NCII and Article 16, including a 60-minute self-paced e-learning course, two PowerPoint presentations (10 and 30 mins); the script for a 90-120 second video, and a social media toolkit, including six social media posts, and a document with 10 key messages and 10 frequently asked questions. C. Final consolidated package comprising publishable products that incorporate UNODC feedback.
All deliverables shall be drafted in English and submitted in editable electronic format. Revision cycles in response to supervisor feedback are included within the working days allocated to each deliverable.
Work Location Home based Expected duration 15 January 2027 to 30 April 2027 Duties and Responsibilities The United Nations Convention against Cybercrime; Strengthening International Cooperation for Combating Certain Crimes Committed by Means of Information and Communications Technology Systems and for the Sharing of Evidence in Electronic Form of Serious Crimes, was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in its resolution 79/243 of 24 December 2024.
It represents the first global treaty addressing cybercrime and enhancing international cooperation on electronic evidence of serious crimes. Article 16 of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime represents the first criminal prohibition at the global level of the non-consensual sharing of intimate images (NCII).
As part of broader efforts to promote the ratification and implementation of the Convention, UNODC is developing a range of knowledge products to promote understanding and implementation of Article 16. To support Member States in understanding the importance of this criminal prohibition, and the means of its implementation, UNODC requires the services of an international consultant to provide targeted research, comparative legal analysis, education- and implementation-focused expertise and substantive drafting.
The consultant will develop and finalize a suite of knowledge products that offer a clear, accurate, globally relevant, and compelling insight into the phenomenon of NCII and benefits of Article 16 and its implementation. These knowledge products will, additionally, be consistent with and a further promotion of the existing work of the Cybercrime and Technology Section on NCII, including the Global Strategy to prevent and Combat the Non-Consensual Dissemination of Intimate Images.
Qualifications/special skills An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in criminology, law, international law, criminal law or a closely related field is required. A first-level university degree in one of these fields, in combination with two additional years of qualifying professional experience, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. At least 10 years of professional experience in international law, criminal law, criminal justice, or a closely related field is required.
Within the minimum years of experience, at least two years of demonstrated experience in conducting and publishing criminal justice and/or legal research and analysis is required. Within the minimum years of experience, at least two years of demonstrated experience in designing and delivering e-courses, social media, and multi-media content is required Knowledge of cyber enabled and cyber dependent violence is required. Knowledge of electronic evidence is desirable.
Previous professional experience with the United Nations or another international organization is desirable. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, oral and written fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations 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.
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Result of Service A. An 8-10 page “Explainer” and accompanying flyer, providing an overview of the phenomenon of NCII, its criminalization under Article 16 of the Convention and steps/tips for Member States in implementing Article 16; B. A comprehensive package of public awareness materials on NCII and Article 16, including a 60-minute self-paced e-learning course, two PowerPoint presentations (10 and 30 mins); the script for a 90-120 second video, and a social media toolkit, including six social media posts, and a document with 10 key messages and 10 frequently asked questions. C. Final consolidated package comprising publishable products that incorporate UNODC feedback. All deliverables shall be drafted in English and submitted in editable electronic format. Revision cycles in response to supervisor feedback are included within the working days allocated to each deliverable. Work Location Home based Expected duration 15 January 2027 to 30 April 2027 Duties and Responsibilities The United Nations Convention against Cybercrime; Strengthening International Cooperation for Combating Certain Crimes Committed by Means of Information and Communications Technology Systems and for the Sharing of Evidence in Electronic Form of Serious Crimes, was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in its resolution 79/243 of 24 December 2024. It represents the first global treaty addressing cybercrime and enhancing international cooperation on electronic evidence of serious crimes. Article 16 of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime represents the first criminal prohibition at the global level of the non-consensual sharing of intimate images (NCII). As part of broader efforts to promote the ratification and implementation of the Convention, UNODC is developing a range of knowledge products to promote understanding and implementation of Article 16. To support Member States in understanding the importance of this criminal prohibition, and the means of its implementation, UNODC requires the services of an international consultant to provide targeted research, comparative legal analysis, education- and implementation-focused expertise and substantive drafting. The consultant will develop and finalize a suite of knowledge products that offer a clear, accurate, globally relevant, and compelling insight into the phenomenon of NCII and benefits of Article 16 and its implementation. These knowledge products will, additionally, be consistent with and a further promotion of the existing work of the Cybercrime and Technology Section on NCII, including the Global Strategy to prevent and Combat the Non-Consensual Dissemination of Intimate Images. Qualifications/special skills An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in criminology, law, international law, criminal law or a closely related field is required. A first-level university degree in one of these fields, in combination with two additional years of qualifying professional experience, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. At least 10 years of professional experience in international law, criminal law, criminal justice, or a closely related field is required. Within the minimum years of experience, at least two years of demonstrated experience in conducting and publishing criminal justice and/or legal research and analysis is required. Within the minimum years of experience, at least two years of demonstrated experience in designing and delivering e-courses, social media, and multi-media content is required Knowledge of cyber enabled and cyber dependent violence is required. Knowledge of electronic evidence is desirable. Previous professional experience with the United Nations or another international organization is desirable. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, oral and written fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations 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.