Conduct and Discipline Officer

About the role

The Conduct and Discipline Officer will lead the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of conduct and discipline programmes for the United Nations Support Office in Haiti (UNSOH). Based in Port‑au‑Prince and reporting to the Assistant Secretary‑General, the incumbent will support the mission’s civilian personnel by ensuring compliance with UN rules and fostering a culture of accountability.

Key responsibilities

• Advise senior management on complaints, allegations and improprieties involving civilian staff.
• Identify trends, patterns and lessons learned to inform policy development and preventive actions.
• Provide clear information on UN conduct and discipline regulations to all personnel.
• Oversee case management, receive and document complaints, gather evidence and determine the need for investigations.
• Liaise with the Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) and mission investigative units to ensure effective follow‑up.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with UN and external actors to integrate conduct and discipline initiatives.
• Develop and support monitoring, control and evaluation mechanisms for conduct‑related activities.
• Manage data on misconduct, develop tracking systems and assess the effectiveness of preventive measures.
• Stay abreast of developments in conduct and discipline and propose awareness‑raising strategies.

Required profile

• Strong understanding of UN rules, regulations and procedures governing staff conduct.
• Experience in case management, investigations and coordination with oversight bodies.
• Analytical ability to detect trends and translate findings into policy recommendations.
• Excellent communication skills for briefing management and informing personnel.
• Proven capacity to build and maintain partnerships with national and international stakeholders.

Required skills