Anti-Corruption Legal Consultant

Job Overview

Lead Anti-Corruption Efforts in Southeast Asia as a UNODC Legal Consultant (Home-Based)

Make a Real Impact: Become an Anti-Corruption Legal Consultant with UNODC

Are you an experienced Anti-Corruption Legal Consultant ready to combat corruption and promote good governance? The UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) invites skilled professionals like you to apply. In this crucial role, you will lead vital initiatives and strengthen legal frameworks across Southeast Asia. This impactful position is primarily home-based, yet it includes essential travel. Consequently, you will directly contribute to regional stability and development.

About UNODC: Our Mission and Your Opportunity to Drive Anti-Corruption

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is a global leader fighting illegal drugs and international crime. We deeply commit to justice and the rule of law. Therefore, UNODC tirelessly builds a safer world, free from drugs, crime, and terrorism.

Working with UNODC means you actively engage in global efforts tackling humanity’s most pressing challenges. For example, in Southeast Asia, corruption weakens economic stability. Furthermore, it fuels organized crime, human trafficking, and environmental destruction. As an Anti-Corruption Legal Consultant, you will play a central role in implementing UNODC’s crucial Regional Roadmap (2024–2027). Indeed, this directly influences over 10 countries. We offer you the chance to:

Drive Tangible Change: Your expertise directly informs and shapes national anti-corruption strategies and legal reforms. Therefore, this leads to clear results in areas like asset recovery and combating foreign bribery.
Achieve Global Impact with Local Insight: While you primarily work from home, this role provides significant opportunities to engage with diverse governments and partners across Southeast Asia. As a result, you gain unique regional insights.
Advance Your Career: You will collaborate with international experts and contribute to high-level policy discussions within a leading UN agency. Moreover, you can expand your professional network.
Join a Meaningful Mission: Become part of an organization dedicated to fostering justice, peace, and security worldwide. Discover more about UNODC’s impactful work and mission by visiting our official website: www.unodc.org.

UNODC Anti-Corruption Legal Consultant

Your Role: Combatting Corruption in Southeast Asia as a Legal Consultant

Corruption poses a widespread threat in Southeast Asia. It hinders sustainable development and enables illegal activities. To address this, UNODC’s strategic Regional Roadmap (2024–2027) empowers countries in the region. Specifically, we help them:

Align their national laws with the strong UN Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC).
Develop effective ways to fight foreign bribery and illegal enrichment.
Successfully recover stolen assets, applying lessons from key case studies in countries like Vietnam and Malaysia.

This consultancy is central to several important projects. For example, you will support IPEF Pillar IV, which focuses on anti-corruption training for 14 Indo-Pacific economies. Additionally, you will foster ASEAN-PAC Collaboration for regional policy alignment.

Key Responsibilities for the Anti-Corruption Legal Consultant

As an Anti-Corruption Legal Consultant, you will directly drive critical initiatives. Your responsibilities include:

Legal & Policy Reform:
- You will draft full national asset recovery strategies, including for Vietnam.
- You will review Indonesia’s compliance with UNCAC rules.
- Furthermore, you will assess and suggest improvements for Malaysia’s integrity pact policy.
Capacity Building:
- You will lead high-level workshops, such as the Foreign Bribery Workshop in Bangkok (October 2025).
- You will also provide specialized training to government officials on key public purchasing safeguards.
Regional Roadmap Implementation:
- You will advise Timor-Leste and Indonesia on creating and carrying out National Anti-Corruption Strategies (NACS).
- Moreover, you will align ASEAN policies with UNCAC Article 20, specifically dealing with illegal enrichment.

What We Look for in You (Qualifications)

To succeed in this challenging yet rewarding role, you need:

Education: A Master’s degree in Law or Political Science is essential. However, we may consider a Bachelor’s degree along with 17 years of relevant experience.
Experience:
- At least 15 years of growing experience in anti-corruption policy development and putting it into practice at national and/or regional levels.
- You must demonstrate proven experience drafting asset recovery rules and Mutual Legal Assistance (MLA) agreements, in line with UNCAC standards.
- Experience working with governments in Southeast Asia is highly preferred.
Skills:
- Deep knowledge of foreign bribery and transparent purchasing practices.
- You must effectively lead workshops for senior policymakers.
Languages: Fluent spoken and written English is required. Being good at any ASEAN language is a strong plus.

Logistics & Compensation

Contract Duration: This consultancy runs from July 16, 2025, to October 31, 2025.
Location: Primarily home-based, this role requires expected travel to key locations including Bangkok, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia. While you will work from home, being close to Bangkok is preferred for easier regional travel.
Salary: We offer a competitive lump-sum, tax-free payment of $8,000–$12,000 per month.
Travel: We cover all approved travel costs, including flights and daily allowances.

How to Apply

Seize this incredible opportunity to make a real difference. Submit your application through the UN Careers Portal.

Job ID: 259686
Required Documents: Please include your complete CV, a strong cover letter explaining why you are a good fit for this role, and a relevant writing sample (for example, a policy brief or legal analysis).
Application Deadline: June 24, 2025, at 11:59 PM CAT.

Apply now: https://careers.un.org/jobSearchDescription/259686?language=en

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Is this a permanent position? A1: No, this is a consultancy position with a specific contract duration from July 16 to October 31, 2025.

Q2: What is the expected travel for this role? A2: While you will primarily work from home, you should expect significant travel to Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Bangkok for workshops and meetings. All travel costs are covered.

Q3: Can candidates from outside Southeast Asia apply? A3: Yes, candidates from any location can apply since this is a home-based role. However, prior experience working with Southeast Asian governments is helpful.

Q4: Is the listed salary negotiable? A4: The salary range of $8,000–$12,000 per month represents a lump-sum, tax-free payment. Your specific compensation will depend on your qualifications and experience.

Q5: What kind of writing sample should I provide? A5: Please provide a policy brief, legal analysis, or any document that shows your legal drafting and analytical skills. Ideally, this sample should relate to anti-corruption or similar fields.

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