Criminal Justice and Institutional Assessment Expert

About the role

The United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI) seeks a Consultant to support the design and implementation of research, assessment and capacity‑strengthening activities. The role focuses on enhancing criminal justice and law‑enforcement responses to complex, transnational crime within two key projects.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct research and comparative analysis on criminal justice and law‑enforcement practices.
• Assess investigative, prosecutorial and related institutional processes.
• Analyze operational, legal, governance and information‑management frameworks relevant to investigations, anti‑corruption, asset recovery and confiscation.
• Support stakeholder consultations, workshops and expert meetings, identifying gaps and opportunities for improved cross‑institutional cooperation.
• Prepare analytical reports, evidence‑based recommendations and contribute to strategic roadmaps and capacity‑building plans.

Required profile

• Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Law, Criminal Justice, Criminology, International Relations, Public Policy or related field (or first‑level degree with additional experience).
• At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in criminal justice, law‑enforcement cooperation, anti‑corruption, asset recovery or related areas.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Italian; working knowledge of Spanish is highly desirable.