Organization Mission

For two decades, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has been helping make the world safer from drugs, organized crime, corruption and terrorism. We are committed to achieving health, security and justice for all by tackling these threats and promoting peace and sustainable well-being as deterrents to them.

Because the scale of these problems is often too great for states to confront alone, UNODC offers practical assistance and encourages transnational approaches to action. We do this in all regions of the world through our global programmes and network of field offices.

The Office is committed to supporting Member States in implementing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at its core. The 2030 Agenda clearly recognizes that the rule of law and fair, effective and humane justice systems, as well as health-oriented responses to drug use, are both enablers for and part of sustainable development.

Context

This assignment falls under the UNODC’s EU-funded project “Countering and Preventing Terrorism in Pakistan.” Youth engagement plays a key role, with networks established to foster dialogue, promote cultural understanding, and counter extremist narratives. The research will provide evidence-based insights to strengthen these networks and guide future programming.

Key Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Officer – Preventing and Countering Terrorism (UNODC, Islamabad, Pakistan) the Online Volunteer (OV) will support the compilation of a research paper/report on the theme: “How culture can positively impact Countering and Preventing Violent Extremism (CVE/PVE) in Pakistan.”

Online Volunteer will be expected to:
– Review existing literature, case studies, and good practices.
– Analyse how cultural practices, traditions, narratives, and values can serve as positive drivers of resilience against extremism
– Produce a research paper/report with clear findings and actionable recommendations for youth-led and community-based initiatives.”

Note: Associated guidelines, data, insights, formats, and key requirements will be shared in greater detail by the host entity with the selected online volunteer during the onboarding process and during the course of the assignment.

Required Skills and Experience

The candidate should have:
· Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
· An ability to work independently in a remote, self-directed environment and deliver quality outputs within deadlines.
· Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work inclusively and collaboratively across all engagements.
· Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment, especially in a multicultural team of international and national personnel.