Background |
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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 accordance with ODIHR mandate, the Human Rights Department (HRD) assists participating States in fulfilling their obligations to protect and promote human rights and fundamental freedoms. Areas of work covered by the Department include monitoring and analysis of human rights developments in the OSCE area and the provision of expertise and technical assistance to enhance compliance with human dimension commitments; supporting the development of effective human rights education and capacity building; enhancing the protection of human rights while countering terrorism; and addressing the relationship between human rights, gender and the security sector.
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Tasks and Responsibilities |
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Under the supervision of the Senior Adviser on Freedom of Religion or Belief, the incumbent will be tasked with:
- Contributing to the development and regular review of the Freedom of Religion or Belief portfolio, researching, analysing and monitoring the developments relevant to Freedom of Religion or Belief;
- Providing substantive advice and identifying new key areas of concern through monitoring of developments in law, policy and practice in the OSCE region, in collaboration with the Senior Advisor on Freedom of Religion or Belief;
- Identifying priority areas, target groups, partners and most effective means and associated budgets for addressing key Freedom of Religion or Belief issues;
- Conducting assessment visits, consultations with relevant institutions and OSCE field missions, planning workshops, developing evaluation mechanisms, and drafting donor reports;
- Deploying to human rights monitoring missions, as required;
- Supporting the co-ordination of the work of the ODIHR Panel of Experts on Freedom of Religion or Belief, and contributes to the organization of all meetings of the Panel;
- Analysing and monitoring public policy, legislation, state practices and OSCE documentation affecting areas related to freedom of religion or belief and related human rights and providing advice and recommendations to the Senior Adviser on Freedom of Religion or Belief and ODIHR management;
- Participating in relevant meetings and representing the ODIHR Freedom of Religion or Belief portfolio at conferences, meetings and events as appropriate;
- Performing other related duties as required.
For more detailed information on the structure and work of the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights, please see: http://www.osce.org/odihr
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Necessary Qualifications |
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- First-level university degree in social sciences, law or another related field, supplemented by additional courses in human rights;
- At least 4 years (full-time equivalent) of relevant professional experience;
- Excellent knowledge of human rights issues and relevant international mechanisms and instruments;
- Sound knowledge of the international framework on freedom of religion or belief and issues and challenges affecting the enjoyment of freedom of religion or belief in the OSCE region;
- Strong project management, evaluation and implementation experience in relation human rights programming;
- Ability and willingness to deploy to the field, sometimes on short notice, for different types of monitoring missions;
- Ability to work with people of different nationalities, religions and cultural backgrounds;
- Demonstrated gender awareness and sensitivity, and an ability to integrate a gender perspective into tasks and activities;
- Excellent analytical skills;
- Professional fluency in the English language; knowledge of Russian and other official OSCE languages would be an asset.
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Required competencies |
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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
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Remuneration Package |
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Monthly remuneration, subject to social security deductions as well as monthly changes of the post adjustment multiplier and exchange rate, is approximately EUR 4,003. OSCE salaries are exempt from taxation in Poland. Social security will include participation in the Cigna International medical insurance scheme and OSCE Provident Fund maintained by the OSCE. 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.
Appointments are made at step 1 of the applicable OSCE salary scale.
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How To Apply |
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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 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 shortlisted applicants 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.
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