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Chief, Political and Reporting Unit

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Issued by: OSCE Mission to Skopje
Vacancy number: VNSKPS00385
Vacancy type: International Seconded
Field of expertise: Political Affairs
Functional level: Middle management
Number of posts: 1
Duty station: Skopje, Macedonia, The Former Yugoslav Republic of
Date of issue: 26 September 2013
Deadline for application: 15 October 2013 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)
Date of entry on duty: 9 December 2013

General Minimum Requirements

The general minimum requirements for working with the OSCE are:

Excellent physical condition
Possession of a valid automobile driving license and ability to drive using manual transmission
Ability to cope with physical hardship and willingness to work extra hours and in an environment with limited infrastructure

Field of Expertise Requirements

The general minimum requirements for working in this field of expertise are:

University education in international studies, public policy, political science or law or related fields
Diplomatic experience or experience working in political affairs with international organizations or governments
Experience in preparing analytical reports
Excellent communication and drafting skills
Knowledge of regional political history and developments
Diplomatic and negotiating skills
Some knowledge of the OSCE principles and commitments

Level of Professional Competence Requirements

Furthermore, this level of responsibility requires the following:

Education:

Advanced education/certified training course in a relevant field desirable

Experience:

Minimum 6 years of relevant, diversified and progressively responsible professional experience including at least 3 years at the management level relevant to the actual position

Mission Specific Requirements

Additionally, this particular post has specific requirements:

Mandatory:

Professional experience in a related field, preferably in an international environment or within operational Missions
Proven operational and managerial experience
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Strong diplomatic and organizational skills
Flexibility and ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
Professional fluency in the English language, both oral and written
Ability to operate windows applications, including word processing and emails
Cultural sensitivity and judgement
Demonstrated ability and willingness to work with people of different cultural and religious backgrounds, different gender, and diverse political views while maintaining impartiality and objectivity

Desirable:

Knowledge of the local language or most common lingua franca spoken in the Mission area
Knowledge of the minorities rights mechanisms
Sound knowledge of the political and cultural sensitivities in the country

Tasks and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Mission and Deputy Head of Mission, the Chief of Political and Reporting Unit:

Assists the Head of Mission in defining general Mission policy; and in developing official stances on issues of the political importance for the Mission and the Organization;
Advises the Head of Mission and Deputy Head of Mission on the political issues and as tasked, advises the Mission and assists the OSCE institutions on the political and other related matters;
Analyses the political situation and developments in the country and the region;
Maintains regular contact with Host Country political parties and personalities at the appropriate level;
Liaises with the State institutions and government bodies, partner organizations, diplomatic community and relevant NGOs;
Provides information/briefings to the third parties on the political issues upon demand;
Directs and supervises the work of two international and three national staff members;
Performs other duties as assigned.

The OSCE is committed to achieving a better balance of women and men within the Organization. The nomination of female candidates is particularly encouraged.

Candidates should, prior to applying, verify with their respective nominating authority to which extent financial remuneration and/or benefit packages will be offered.

Please apply to your relevant authorities several days prior to the deadline expiration to ensure timely processing of your application. Delayed nominations will not be considered.

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