Consultant on referral mechanisms for early prevention of extremism (local consultancy)
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Vacancy
Background
This call for applications is open for persons with citizenship of the Republic of Serbia.
The project "Countering Violent Extremism and Radicalization Threats in Serbia through Community-Based Early Warning and Preventive Engagement" is aimed at establishing and consolidating a foundation for efforts to prevent and counter violent extremism and radicalization that can lead to terrorism (VERLT) in Serbia. Preventing and countering VERLT is recognized as a comprehensive and multi-faceted approach in the global fight against terrorism to which the Government of Serbia is committed.
The concept of a "referral mechanism" is frequently considered among efforts to combat VERLT. While approaches and implementation can vary, the aim is consistent: to ensure a process involving key interlocutors (potentially including teachers, mental health professionals, religious communities, police, social welfare professionals etc.) who are able to serve as an early warning and response team to intervene if an individual (often a young person) is viewed as at risk of antisocial behaviour, and, potentially, radicalization or participation in extremist groups. The procedures, processes and mechanisms established by a community should also provide resources and information to various stakeholders so they may effectively intervene, offering the support and assistance that is needed to the individual and his/her family in an appropriate and discrete manner. Several countries in the region are beginning to assess specific community needs and the possible implementation of such mechanisms; some have been established and are in the early stages of implementation, while others are still examining options. In the context of this project, the community of Novi Pazar has been noted as a community that could benefit from this approach; therefore research to determine the actual community needs is required.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Project Co-ordinator, the consultant will conduct a needs assessment in Novi Pazar on whether elements of a referral mechanism already exist in schools and in turn in the broader community to identify youth at risk of becoming involved in anti-social behaviour, and to make recommendations of possible options for future work and support. The consultant will, therefore, study the needs in Novi Pazar and the options available to work with schools as a core element of a mechanism capable of identifying youth at risk of anti-social behaviour and providing support. Specifically, the consultant will:
Necessary Qualifications
Required Competencies
Candidates are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the OSCE core values and competencies by studying the OSCE Competency Model available at: http://www.osce.org/employment/144466.
Core values:
Core competencies:
Managerial competencies (for positions with managerial responsibilities):
Remuneration Package
The consultant will be employed for a total period of 15 days and will be paid an amount not exceeding 1,500 EUR in total, commensurate to individual qualifications and experience.
In addition, the OSCE will bear any travel and accommodation costs associated with the consultancy.
How to Apply
Please apply online through this website (https://jobs.osce.org) no later than 16 October 2017. Only applications received through this website will be considered; applications received by email, post etc. will not be accepted.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Candidates who have not been contacted by 10 November 2017 should consider there will be no follow up to their application.
The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy, cancel the recruitment, offer a consultancy at a different level or with modified terms of reference or for a different duration.