Consultant Jobs at United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)

Specific Tasks to be performed by the consultant:

• The consultant will work under the overall supervision of the Head of the Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Programme UNODC ROEA, direct supervision of the Programme Manager in coordination with the Programme officers and work closely with the NCAJ Secretariat Committee on Court User Committees in performing the following substantive duties and responsibilities: The consultant shall perform the following tasks:
• Inception Meeting and Report: Undertake an inception meeting with the relevant stakeholders at NCAJ to review the scope, timelines and methodology of work for the development of the elearning content. Draft and submit to UNODC the inception report.
• Review and Analyse Training Content: Conduct a detailed review of existing anti-corruption and economic crime training materials to determine suitability for digital conversion, with a focus on andragogical effectiveness and learner engagement.
• Translate Content into E-Learning Modules: Adapt and translate the training content into interactive, learner-centred e-modules using best practices in adult learning (andragogy), ensuring alignment with inter-agency training goals and standards.
• Design Instructional Flow and Learning Activities: Develop instructional design plans, including module structure, interactive elements, knowledge checks, and case-based learning exercises to enhance retention and application of knowledge.
• Collaborate with Technical Teams for Deployment: Work closely with IT and LMS (Learning Management System) teams to ensure compatibility, seamless integration, and user accessibility of the developed e-learning content.
• Final Consultancy Report: Draft and submit to UNODC a final consultancy report summarizing all tasks undertaken in the template provided and attaching all work outputs or deliverables. The report should cover the activities undertaken, providing direction and other factors for consideration for uploading the materials onto the online platform and online delivery

Qualifications/special skills

• An advanced university (Master or equivalent) degree in education, instructional design, adult learning,communication, governance, public policy, law or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.
• Minimum of five years of demonstrated experience in designing, developing, and delivering e-learning content, particularly in the governance, justice, or anti-corruption sectors is required.
• Experience translating technical content into accessible and engaging digital training formats using adult learning and andragogical principles is desirable.
• Proficiency in e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, Moodle, or similar platforms) is required.
• Strong understanding of anti-corruption frameworks, economic crimes, and inter-agency collaboration in the justice sector is desirable.
• Experience with legal and policy frameworks in anti-corruption and the justice sector, particularly in Kenya or similar jurisdictions is desirable.

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Specific Tasks to be performed by the consultant:

• The consultant will work under the overall supervision of the Head of the Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Programme UNODC ROEA, direct supervision of the Programme Manager in coordination with the Programme officer and work closely with the NCAJ Secretariat in performing the following substantive duties and responsibilities. The scope of work will cover the full project cycle, from assessment to implementation support, and will focus on delivering the following tasks:
• Develop an inception report, including methodology, data collection tools and workplan. This shall be informed by the inception meeting that provides stakeholder recommendations and input submitted for consideration. 
• Develop a detailed situational analysis to feature the following tasks: i. Analyse the status of implementation of the 2017 Criminal Justice Sector Audit recommendations: To achieve this, the task will entail broad participation of all justice sector agencies and collecting and analysing relevant data that identifies inter-disciplinary (social, legal and socio-legal) and inter-sectoral policy issues. It will further include a meta-analysis of policy documents developed by various agencies and development partners in the criminal justice sector.
• Investigate emerging issues in the criminal justice sector and identifying shortcomings as well as making recommendations for implementation. Some of the emerging issues include but are not limited to:
• A review of the existing regulatory framework (laws, practices and procedures) applied at all levels of the criminal justice process and system e.g. bail and sentencing practices; remand and appeal inmates, self-representing litigants and persons requiring further consideration (vulnerable groups etc.);
• A review of emerging issues relating to evidence and criminal procedure, and their impact on the finalisation of criminal cases; including issues relating to digital evidence.
• A review of current practices on non-custodial measures and corrective sanctions, post penal supervision and their impact on
• A review of current practices and procedures relating to active case management and case-flow management including the role of information technology and the methodologies relating to data collection.
• A review of current practices or processes relating to the co-ordination and co-operation across the whole of the criminal justice sector, especially between Independent Offices, Ministries, Departments, and agencies; including the use of information technology and the methodologies relating to data collection.
• A review of the existing budget, human and other resources used in the criminal justice processes, including the roles and responsibilities of the various role-players and the relationship between the various role players; including how the impact efficiency and effectiveness of the criminal justice process
• A review of the overcrowding of prisons and the causes thereof, including the impact of bail and sentencing practices and laws, and awaiting trial prisoners, overcrowding of prisons, This should cover, among others, compliance with constitutional and other domestic laws, including new jurisprudence, national policy frameworks, and other human rights instruments. It should also cover Regional and International legal and normative frameworks including the various UNODC Standard Minimum Rules and guidance documents for the criminal justice system.
• Drawing from (1) and (2) above, prepare a strategic Action Plan on priority reform areas in the Criminal Justice Sector informed by the situational analysis above and covering:
• An appropriate theory of change for Kenya’s Criminal justice sector that captures transformation of the CJS into a modernised and responsive system, through integrated interventions that are institutionally aligned.
• Thematic areas or Key result areas for Kenya’s Criminal justice sector
• For each KRA identified in (a) above, identify and list strategic objectives
• For each strategic objective, identify and list priority programs and activities that will transform Kenya’s CJS. v. A detailed implementation matrix

Qualifications/special skills

• An advanced university (Master or equivalent) degree in law, criminology, public administration or policy, governance or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.
• A minimum of five years of experience in institutional policy analysis, research and reforms, strategic planning, multi-institutional or sectoral assessments and analysis, institutional audits and governance assessments is required.
• Strong knowledge of Kenya’s criminal justice system and its intersectionality with applicable regional and international legal and normative frameworks, experiences and good practices. Experience in international or multi-national assignments is desirable.
• Understanding of the NCAJ mandate and functionality, as well as its nexus with national priorities on good governance, enhancement of the rule of law, and sustainable development is desirable.
• Experience working with the United Nations, or a similar international organization, is desirable.

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Specific Tasks to be performed by the consultant:

• Under the overall supervision of the Head of the Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Programme and direct supervision of the PLEAD Programme Manager, and in close technical cooperation with the Programme Management Officers under the Criminal Justice Programme in ROEA. The consultant will also work closely with the beneficiary institutions, the donor (European Union) and UNODC (ROEA and HQ) in performing the following tasks including:
• Support and monitor the timely implementation of the Judiciary and NCAJ 2025 - 2026 workplans specifically with respect to providing technical input on the following activities:
• Conduct comprehensive research and in-depth analysis to inform the development and optimization of the Judiciary Complaints Management System
• Conduct research and data analysis, including a critical review of existing mental health frameworks, legislation, policies, and best practices, to identify systemic gaps and opportunities for improvement, to inform the development of a mental health policy/framework for the justice sector being undertaken by NCAJ.
• Provide research and analytical support to inform the review and evaluation of the NCAJ 2017 Criminal Justice Audit Report.
• Support the Judiciary by providing Data Protection expertise by conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments and collaboration with Judiciary ICT experts to develop a comprehensive Data Protection Compliance Strategy.
• Support in the evaluation of the Judiciary’s case weighting procedures to identify inefficiencies, assess workload distribution, and provide evidence-based recommendations to enhance case management systems and overall institutional performance.
• In implementing the above activities, the consultant shall be responsible for:
• Background research and review of the developed curriculum
• Coordination of stakeholder consultations and data collection as may be required
• Providing any other support as may be required
• Provide technical support to the NCAJ Information Technology and Communications (ICT) Committee and ESTDEV in readiness for a PLEAD II peer-to-peer knowledge transfer programme on e-justice.
• Assist in the formulation of the 2026/27 workplans for the Judiciary and the National Council on Administration of Justice (NCAJ) by coordinating with PLEAD partner institutions to identify priority areas for support.
• Conduct joint monitoring, research, and learning exercises to assess project implementation and outcomes.
• Facilitate the coordination of development of policies, infrastructure and digitalization projects, as well as important PLEAD meetings including PTC and PSC Meetings.
• Provide regular technical advice and or make presentations on operational matters related to project implementation including the preparation of various written outputs, including background papers, briefing notes, analytical notes, sections of reports and studies.
• Ensure the upkeep of comprehensive records encompassing reports pertinent to the projects at hand.

Qualifications/special skills

• An advanced university (Master or equivalent) degree in law, legal studies, criminal justice or a related field is required.
• A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.
• A minimum of two years of progressively responsible professional in crime prevention and criminal justice, human rights and/or related fields is required.
• Experience working with the United Nations, or a similar international organization, is desirable.
• Work experience working with Eastern Africa countries in particular Kenya is required.
• Work experience working with EU-funded projects is desirable.