National Dialogue Facilitation Officer

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Issued by: OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine
Vacancy number: VNSMUN01105
Vacancy type: Local Contracted
Field of expertise: Human Rights
Grade: NP1
Number of posts: 1
Duty station: Kyiv
Date of issue: 7 September 2020
Deadline for application: 28 September 2020 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)

Background

		The OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine is looking for a highly qualified, motivated and experienced Ukrainian professional for the position of National Dialogue Facilitation Officer at its Head Office in Kyiv. The OSCE is committed to achieving a better balance of women and men within the Organization. All qualified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online, using the OSCE online application link http://www.osce.org/employment/. Please note that applications received after the deadline, submitted in different formats than the OSCE Application Form or in other languages than English will not be considered. For more detailed information on the structure and work of the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine, please see https://www.osce.org/uk/special-monitoring-mission-to-ukraine.

Tasks and Responsibilities

		This post will be assigned to contribute to the Mission’s activities within its mandated dialogue facilitation tasks, in particular within present initiatives as well as in developing new ones. In close cooperation with relevant other posts the incumbent will be supervised by the Dialogue Facilitation Officer and under the general guidance of the Head of Human Dimension Unit. He/she will be working on methodologies and approaches to dialogue processes, support implementing Monitoring Teams on the ground through coaching, training and providing support and advice. The incumbent will closely monitor developments about dialogue and will liaise with relevant OSCE executive structures, Ukrainian civil society organizations, and local NGOs throughout Ukraine. Other tasks include: 1. Through organized group training supports Monitoring teams on the ground in implementing dialogue facilitation activities, organizes and conducts capacity-building initiatives for mission members, including webinars; 2. Supports Monitoring Teams on the ground regarding dialogue facilitation activities; 3. Monitors and analyses developments at the local level and throughout the AoR with relevance to dialogue; 4. Carries out working visits to the Monitoring Teams; 5. Liaising with national and international NGOs as well as international organizations in the field of dialogue and dialogue facilitation, represents SMM at meetings; 6. Supporting and assisting in organization and carrying out of conferences and other events. In particular hiring speakers, sending invitations, booking premises, preparing documents etc. 7. Collaborates with the SMM’s Gender Unit with research, reporting, and development of dialogue facilitation entry points and identification of joint initiatives; 8. Performs other duties as required.

Necessary Qualifications

		Ukrainian citizenship or holding permanent resident status in Ukraine; A first-level university degree in conflict resolution, social science, psychology, social work, law or related fields; Minimum two years of relevant professional experience in conflict resolution, dialogue facilitation, mediation, peace building or related areas; Professional fluency in English, Ukrainian and Russian, both written and oral; Computer literate with practical experience with Microsoft applications, notably Excel; Demonstrated ability and willingness to work as a member of a team, with people of different cultural and religious backgrounds, different genders and diverse political views, while maintaining impartiality and objectivity; Demonstrated gender awareness and sensitivity, and the ability to integrate a gender perspective into tasks and activities; Cultural sensitivity and judgment. Knowledge about project management, including monitoring and evaluation is an asset.

Required competencies

		Core values Commitment: Actively contributes to achieving organizational goals Diversity: Respects others and values their diverse perspectives and contributions Integrity: Acts in a manner consistent with the Organization’s core values and organizational principles Accountability: Takes responsibility for own action and delegated work Core competencies Communication: Actively works to achieve clear and transparent communication with colleagues and with stakeholders of the Organization Collaboration: Works effectively with others on common goals and fosters a positive, trust-based working environment Planning: Works towards the achievement of goals in a structured and measured manner Analysis and decision-making: Analyses available information, draws well-founded conclusions and takes appropriate decisions Initiative-taking: Proposes and initiates new ideas, activities and projects Flexibility: Responds positively and effectively to changing circumstances Managerial competencies (for positions with managerial responsibilities) Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, builds trust and creates an enabling environment Strategic thinking: Identifies goals that advance the organizational agenda and develops plans for achieving them Managing performance: Helps to maximize team performance by providing active feedback and skill development opportunities

Remuneration Package

		Monthly remuneration, subject to social security deductions is 1,785.90 Euro/month. Social benefits will include participation in the Cigna health insurance scheme and the OSCE Provident Fund. Appointments are normally made at step 1 of the applicable OSCE salary scale.

How To Apply

		For more details please visit the OSCE website employment section at http://www.osce.org/employment/. All qualified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online, using the OSCE online application link. Please note that applications received after the deadline, submitted in different formats than the OSCE Application Form, or in other languages than English will not be considered. The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages the nomination of qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious, ethnic and social backgrounds.