Analytical Chemistry Expert
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Vacancy
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Paint that contains lead additives poses a risk of lead poisoning, especially for children, with potentially grave impacts for health. As lead paint deteriorates over time, humans may inhale or ingest lead through household dust, paint chips or contaminated soil. Addressing this challenge is also one of the emerging policy issues, and establishing legal limits on lead in new paint was shown to be an effective tool to decrease the sale and use of lead paint. Yet, there are no national legal limits on lead in paint in place and it is still legal to sell paint containing lead additives. Thereby, OSCE PCU needs to engage an expert in analytical chemistry to contribute to the project outputs regarding lead in paint issues. Please note that this is a consultancy assignment of approximately 12 working days. The consultant will be required to work from home with the ability to travel if necessary. |
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| Tasks and Responsibilities | ||
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1. To draft a national technical regulation on lead content in paints and varnishes; 2. To facilitate discussion of the draft technical regulation on lead content in paints and varnishes at the Technical Committee under the Ministry of Economic Development and Trade of Ukraine, incorporating the comments into the final draft regulation; 3. To facilitate discussion of the draft technical regulation on lead content in paints and varnishes at the national level with all interested parties in order to reach a consensus. |
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| Necessary Qualifications | ||
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• University degree in chemistry or industrial management; • Minimum 8 years of professional experience in paint and varnishes industry and regulation; • Knowledge of international regulation in the field of paint and varnishes; • Knowledge of relevant stakeholders in the area of paint and varnishes regulation in Ukraine; • Knowledge of English, Ukrainian and Russian; • Computer literate. |
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| Remuneration Package | ||
| According to the PCU consultancy fees guidelines. | ||
| How To Apply | ||
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This position is for residents of Ukraine only. Please use the online application system at www.osce.org/employment; the Vacancy Number is VNUKRC00475. If you experience difficulties with the online system, please use the Internet Explorer to find the vacancy. The deadline for applications is 01 August 2017. Applications received after the published deadline and off-line applications will not be considered. Due to the high volume of applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Details of the assignment and contract may be further discussed during the interviews. The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment, to offer an appointment with a modified job description or for a different duration. The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious, ethnic and social backgrounds to apply to become a part of the organization. Please be aware that the OSCE does not request payment at any stage of the application and review process. |