Sanctions Panel Expert — Field Investigator & Reports

GloJobs; New York (NY); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GloJobs is seeking an experienced international sanctions expert to join the UN Panel of Experts supporting the Al-Shabaab Sanctions Committee. The consultant will monitor sanctions measures, investigate violations, and contribute to reporting under Security Council resolutions.

The position is home-based with travel, for 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2027, with renewal subject to mandate and funding. Fluency in English is required; knowledge of Arabic and Somali is an advantage.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in international law, political science, international relations, law or journalism.
• At least ten years of progressively responsible experience, including field experience.
• Strong field research or investigative background and report-writing skills.
• Understanding of sanctions regimes in UN/IGO contexts is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Monitor sanctions measures and investigate violations as mandated by Security Council resolutions.
• Investigate sanctions-related violations including recruitment of children and humanitarian access issues.
• Contribute to reporting to the Al-Shabaab Sanctions Committee and Security Council.
• Prepare recommendations to improve implementation of resolutions.
• Compile information on individuals and entities and prepare briefings.
• Participate in investigative missions and consultations with authorities and civil society.

Skills

Field research

Investigative experience

Report writing

Interpersonal skills

Sanctions regimes understanding

Education

Master's degree

First-level degree + 2 years experience

Job description

GloJobs is seeking an experienced international sanctions expert to join the UN Panel of Experts supporting the Al-Shabaab Sanctions Committee. The consultant will monitor sanctions measures, investigate violations, and contribute to reporting under Security Council resolutions.

The position is home-based with travel, for 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2027, with renewal subject to mandate and funding. Fluency in English is required; knowledge of Arabic and Somali is an advantage.