Background
UNODC project AFG/R87 “Prison System Reform in – Extension to the Provinces” aims at supporting the Government of Afghanistan to improve systems for care, treatment and prevention of prisoners using drugs and involved in risky behaviors.
Easy access to cheap drugs, and limited access to drug treatment, combined with three decades of war related trauma have resulted in problem drug-use among almost one million Afghans, roughly eight percent of the population between 15 and 64 years old. At twice the global average, this high percentage is debilitating, not only for those affected but also for their families, communities and the country as a whole. Afghans perceive the drug problem to be worsening, and feel they have little recourse to help. Only ten percent of drug users surveyed in the UNODC drug survey had received any form of support for their drug use, although 90 percent of them felt they were in need of it. This leaves around 700,000 Afghans with no access to drug treatment – and another generation on the way.
Structured treatment is unavailable in roughly a third of the country (10 out of 32 provinces). UNODC prioritises assistance to these provinces as demand for treatment dramatically outweighs supply of services. To exacerbate the problem, there is a need to build the capacity of existing drug treatment professionals and create an expanded network of such professionals with the requisite skills to deliver treatment to prisoners with addiction problems.
The capacity of professionals in
to treat prisoners with addictions is of particular concern. A recent 'Treatment Effectiveness Research Study' (TERS) was conducted in Afghanistan by the IDPA, GTZ IS revealing high incidences of drug related 'acquisitive' crime; a sample of 509 ex-service users completing treatment in one of six provinces indicated the ways in which they funded their dependency. All service users were extensively asked around how they financed their drug dependency, whether they had been actively offending over the period of their drug use and if crimes committed were to fund their drug use.
A total of 142 clients (28%) stated they had offended with 63% of cases leading to arrest and imprisonment. Of these 'trigger' offences committed, in every province, over 90% of offenders stated that their crimes were committed to finance their dependency.
A soon to be released National Prison Drug Survey of 22 prisons indicates a significant prevalence of drug addiction and associated risky behaviors in
's prisons. UNODC intends to support the establishment of evidence based prison based drug abuse treatment, rehabilitation, prevention and post release support in selected provinces. UNODC also proposed to support the implementation of training to build the capacity of healthcare staff and drug treatment professional to provide drug addiction services to prisoners. Attendant to this training will be training for correction staff to effectively supervise and manage these prisoners.
Three immediate gaps are apparent:
a. Lack of training for healthcare and prison staff;
b. Need to coordinate these trainings to ensure that they are targeted to the appropriate groups;
c. Need to ensure that training curriculum are organized and delivered effectively.
Duties and Responsibilities
Key Deliverables:
Participate in the delivery of three regional trainings;
Coordinate the completion of a final report that provides a summary of the activities to include the TOT and the regional trainings, number of participants, methods of delivery, challenges encountered and recommendations.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall supervision of the UNODC Representative for
and/or his designated official and direct guidance of the International Project Coordinator for Prison System Reform (Prison System Reform Project), the International Consultant will be responsible for:
Coordinate the organization and delivery of a training curriculum to build the capacity of healthcare, drug treatment professionals and prison staff to identify, treat and manage prisoners with drug dependency.
Conduct training in three regions of Afghanistan as the lead trainer of a three person team;
Coordinate the completion of a training report at the conclusion of the training.
Competencies
Corporate Responsibility & Teamwork: serves and promotes the vision, mission, values, and strategic goals of UNODC, plans, prioritizes, and delivers tasks on time, participates effectively in a team-based, information-sharing environment, collaborating and cooperating with others, responds flexibly & positively to change through active involvement and accepts additional responsibilities as required by the demands of service.
People Skills: recognizes & responds appropriately to the ideas, interests, & concerns of others; gives credit to the contributions of others, establishes clear performance goals, standards, & responsibilities; manages them accordingly and promotes a learning environment; facilitates the development of individual and team competencies.
Partnering & Networking: initiates and sustains relationships with key constituents (internal/ external/bilateral/ public/private/NGO), seeks and applies knowledge, information, and best practices from within and outside UNODC.
Results-Orientation: plans and produces quality results to meet established goals.
Innovation & Judgment: contributes creative, practical ideas and approaches to deal with challenging situations and pursues own personal and professional development.
Communication: formulates written information clearly and persuasively and presents oral information clearly and persuasively.
Job Knowledge & Expertise: demonstrates substantive and technical knowledge to meet responsibilities and post requirements with excellence executes day-to-day tasks systematically & efficiently, uses Information Technology effectively as a tool and resource and is motivated & demonstrates a capacity to pursue personal development & learn.
Required Skills and Experience
Education
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in medical sciences, Social work or other related disciplines.
First level university degree with a combination of relevant academic qualifications and extensive relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Knowledge and Experience
7 or more years of experience, including at least 4 years of international experience in the field of drug abuse treatment, rehabilitation and prevention.
Experience with developing and conducting (adult) training as well as developing gender sensitive training materials.
Experience in the
South-Central Asia region or similar developing government and economy highly desirable.
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to deal with a range of complex issues in the field of drug abuse treatment and rehabilitation.
Sound and proven management skills, training experience, strong leadership, people development skills, and proven ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with host-country counterparts.
Languages
Proficiency in written and spoken English.
Ability to understand and communicate in the Afghan official languages (Pashto and Dari).
Computer skills:
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office application.
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
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