Deputy Team Leader of Monitors
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As a result of the decision on the closure of the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine (SMM), please be informed that all SMM open recruitment processes are hereby cancelled. To see all other vacancies, please click here.
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Background: 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, 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 OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine (SMM) is an unarmed, civilian mission, present on the ground 24/7 throughout Ukraine. Its main tasks are to observe and report in an impartial and objective way on the situation in Ukraine; and to facilitate dialogue among all parties to the crisis. The Mission contributes to reducing tensions and to fostering peace, stability and security. The Mission engages with authorities at all levels, as well as civil society, ethnic and religious groups and local communities. The Mission gathers information and reports on the security situation; and establishes and reports facts in response to specific incidents, including those concerning alleged violations of fundamental OSCE principles. The Mission currently foresees around 1500 mission members spread across 10 Monitoring Teams and budgetary resources of about EUR 100 million. For more detailed information on the structure and work of the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine, please see https://www.osce.org/special-monitoring-mission-to-ukraine The Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine (SMM), in line with the OSCE Action Plan for the Promotion of Gender Equality, is committed to further improving the gender balance among staff in all areas and levels within the SMM. Currently female professionals, especially in senior management roles, are underrepresented within the SMM. Female candidates are therefore particularly encouraged to apply for this management job. |
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Tasks and Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the Team Leader of the Monitors, the Deputy Team Leader is responsible for assisting the Team Leader to lead the Monitoring Team in order to ensure that the Special Monitoring Mission's (SMM) mandate is effectively implemented in the Area of Operations (AoO). The incumbent of this job is accountable for the performance of the Monitoring Team (MT) and for ensuring that human, material and financial resources are managed in accordance with OSCE regulations and SMM policies. More specifically, under this job you will be responsible for:
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Qualification and Experience: Required:
Desirable:
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Education: Second-level university degree in political sciences, public or international law, international relations or another related field; a first-level university degree in combination with two years of additional qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the second-level university degree. 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 - 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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Additional information: Seconded Mission members in the SMM are entitled to a Board and Lodging Allowance (BLA) payable by the Organization at the amount of EUR 125 per day (subject to change without prior notice). Should evidence of coverage of a world-wide Health Insurance scheme, including war risk, not be presented, the Mission member will be registered with the OSCE group health insurance scheme of Cigna. Monthly rates will be deducted from the Mission member's BLA. International mission members appointed to locations deemed by the OSCE as hazardous will additionally receive EUR 30 per day as hazard pay. |
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Please note that nationals or permanent residents of the country of the duty station are not eligible to apply. If applicable, deployment is subject to attendance to and successful completion of pre-deployment training and assessment. Applicants are hereby notified that the Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine (SMM) is designated by the OSCE as a non-family duty station. This designation is based on the fluid and dynamic working environment in the SMM. The currently prevailing working conditions in the duty station may include working in a hazardous location with extended hours of service, and possibly curtailed freedom of movement. Successful candidates who are appointed to locations deemed by the OSCE as hazardous will receive hazard pay. In addition, all successful candidates will be required to participate in the OSCE accident and life insurance scheme in accordance with the OSCE Staff Regulations and Staff Rules. 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. Please note that nationals or permanent residents of the country of the duty station are not eligible to apply. 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. |