Sakina is a Human Resources Officer at the Mission in Kosovo. ( OSCE )

What’s your academic background, and how does it connect with the career you’ve built?

I have two graduate degrees: one in Intercultural Communications from Moscow State University in Russia and an MBA from Steinbeis University, in Berlin, Germany. 

 

Where are you based now, and what do you enjoy most about your current role at the OSCE?

At the moment, I serve as HR Officer for the OSCE Mission in Kosovo and prior to that, I managed the HR Section of OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe. 

Since joining the OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe in November of 2006, I have been working in the HR section providing support to local and international staff members, which I find very rewarding. Having spent almost 10 years in Tajikistan, I also supported the OSCE Observer Mission at two Russian Checkpoints in Gukovo and Donetzk as a first responder, which gives me great insight into the important activities of the Organization. Later I took on an international seconded post in Kosovo.

Also, during January 2021 – March 2022 I was part of Talent Acquisition Team in the Secretariat.

I have been lucky to get the valuable field experience in the largest OSCE field locations of Central Asia and South-eastern Europe. Not only has this experience added to my career journey, but it has also become an integral part of my professional growth.  My work in the international environment has taught me to be open minded, tolerant, flexible.

What I like the most about working at the OSCE is its diverse environment which provides endless opportunities to interact with people of different backgrounds and cultures. I also immensely enjoy the learning environment all of my jobs have offered and the opportunity to develop in my career.

 

What advice would you give to those thinking about a career in international civil service?

Go for it! It is a challenging but rewarding experience. On the technical side, carefully check the job description and the requirements for any position you apply for. I also recommend you register for our webinars on a monthly basis to learn more about our recruitment process and get insightful tips to prepare for interviews and complete job applications.