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Issued by: OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
Vacancy number: VNODIP00803
Vacancy type: International Contracted
Field of expertise: General Staff / Monitoring Functions
Grade: P1
Number of posts: 1
Duty station: Warsaw
Date of issue: 29 May 2020
Deadline for application: 19 June 2020 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)

Background

		This is an extra-budgetary position. The contract will be for six months. The OSCE has a comprehensive approach to security that encompasses politico-military, economic and environmental, and human aspects. It therefore addresses a wide range of security-related concerns, including arms control, confidence- and security-building measures, human rights, combating human trafficking, national minorities, democratization, policing strategies, counter-terrorism and economic and environmental activities. All 57 participating States enjoy equal status, and decisions are taken by consensus on a politically, but not legally binding basis. The Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) is the principal institution of the OSCE responsible for the human dimension. ODIHR is active throughout the OSCE area in the fields of election observation, democratic development, human rights, tolerance and non-discrimination, and the rule of law. ODIHR's assistance projects and other activities are implemented in participating States in accordance with ODIHR's mandate. In line with ODIHR's mandate its Human Rights Department commences a three-year project, "Strengthening National Justice Systems to Protect Persons Deprived of Liberty in the OSCE Region", to support participating States to strengthen the protection of persons deprived of liberty within the criminal justice system based on a gender sensitive and human rights compliant approach and in particular to equip OSCE participating States security sector actors, with the knowledge, skills and awareness needed for the effective protection of persons deprived of liberty. The project will provide governments in OSCE participating States (pSs) with guidance and tools to formulate and implement national policies and legislation that comply with international standards and regulatory frameworks. The project consists of three mutually reinforcing components: 1) Preventing torture and other ill-treatment to protect persons deprived of liberty in the criminal justice system; 2) Protecting human rights while preventing and countering VERLT in detention to protect persons deprived of liberty in the criminal justice system; and 3) Preventing and addressing SGBV to protect persons deprived of liberty in the criminal justice system.

Tasks and Responsibilities

		Under the supervision of the Adviser on Torture Prevention, the incumbent will be responsible for supporting implementation of the project's activities, in particular: Assisting in the timely implementation, reporting and evaluation of project activities; Contributing to the organization of needs assessment visits in preparation for capacity building activities; Organizing project events: preparing agendas and events' materials, selecting participants from state authorities, civil society and international organizations, liaising with participants and partner organisations, assuring their input and ensuring the smooth running of the events; Supporting the project team in the preparation and adaptation of relevant training materials, drafting events' reports, including recommendations and follow up, overviewing evaluation of training events; Conducting desk-research and monitoring of media and other sources, updating information regarding the situation of persons deprived of liberty in the OSCE region in accordance with the project needs; Supporting the project team in establishing and maintaining contacts with key stakeholders in OSCE participating States, international, inter-governmental and non-governmental organizations; Supervising and managing the performance of a part-time Administrative Assistant hired to support the project. For more detailed information on the structure and work of the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights, please see https://www.osce.org/odihr

Necessary Qualifications

		First-level university degree in human rights law, international affairs, social or political sciences or other relevant field; Minimum two years of relevant work experience in the area of human rights, preferably in the OSCE region and including experience with implementation of technical assistance projects; Knowledge of relevant international human rights standards and OSCE commitments, with a particular focus on torture prevention or related issues; Professional experience in human rights-related desk research and analysis; Proven experience in assisting in the organization of conferences and events, particularly of capacity building nature and related to human rights; Proven experience in working with civil society partners and international stakeholders in the area of human rights, preferably including experience in co-operation in the implementation of projects; Familiarity with principles of gender mainstreaming; Excellent written and oral communication skills in English; knowledge of Russian language is desirable; Demonstrated gender awareness and sensitivity and an ability to integrate a gender perspective into tasks and activities; Ability to work with people of different nationalities, religions and cultural backgrounds; Computer literacy with practical experience with Microsoft applications.

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 is approximately EUR 3,208 depending on post adjustment and family status. OSCE salaries are exempt from taxation in Poland. Social benefits will include possibility of participation in the Cigna medical insurance scheme and the OSCE Provident Fund. The Organization contributes an amount equivalent to 15% of the employee's salary to this Fund and the employee contributes 7.5%. Other allowances and benefits are similar to those offered under the United Nations Common System. Please note that appointments are normally made at step 1 of the applicable OSCE salary scale.

How To Apply

		If you wish to apply for this position, please use the OSCE's online application link found under https://jobs.osce.org/vacancies. The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise/re-post the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment, to offer an appointment at a lower grade or to offer an appointment with a modified job description or for a different duration. Only those applicants who are selected to participate in the subsequent stages of recruitment will be contacted. Please note that vacancies in the OSCE are open for competition only amongst nationals of participating States, please see http://www.osce.org/states. The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all religious, ethnic and social backgrounds to apply to become a part of the Organization. The OSCE is a non-career organization committed to the principle of staff rotation, therefore the maximum period of service in this post is 7 years. Please be aware that the OSCE does not request payment at any stage of the application and review process.