| General Minimum Requirements |
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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
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| Field of Expertise Requirements |
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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
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| Level of Professional Competence Requirements |
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Furthermore, this level of responsibility requires the following:
Education:
Advanced degree in a relevant field
Experience:
Minimum 6 years of relevant professional experience
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| Mission Specific Requirements |
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Additionally, this particular post has specific requirements:
Mandatory:
- Relevant professional experience in public service and/or international organizations
- Demonstrated political and diplomatic skills as well as knowledge of protocol
- Excellent organizational, analytical, communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to brief complex plans comprehensively, accurately and coherently
- Ability to cope with physical hardship and willingness to work extra hours and in an environment with limited infrastructure; proven resilience to high stress environment
- Demonstrated gender awareness and sensitivity, and ability to integrate a gender perspective into tasks and activities
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of different national and cultural backgrounds, whilst maintaining impartiality and objectivity
- Professional fluency in the English language, both oral and written with strong briefing and drafting skills
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Ability to operate Windows applications, including word processing and email
Desirable:
- Experience of working in Eastern Europe and/or knowledge of the region
- Experience with the UN common system and/or other international organizations
- Knowledge of the Ukrainian and/or Russian language
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| Tasks and Responsibilities |
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Initial duration of appointment/assignment for this post is until 31 March 2016, subject to a subsequent OSCE Permanent Council Decision to extend the mandate of the Mission.
Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Chief Monitor (DCM), the incumbent provides executive assistance to DCM, specifically:
- Serves as a principal point of contact for the DCM, co-ordinates and follows up, inter alia, with OSCE senior staff, OSCE Secretariat, OSCE Field Operations, other international organizations and diplomatic missions on matters that concern DCM's activities and the Mission's programmes;
- Handles the follow-up to DCM tasking and co-ordinates incoming requests from external agencies and the Mission's staff; upon receiving instructions from DCM, ensures that timely and appropriate action is made, such as initiating meetings for DCM, compiling inputs and preparing draft responses;
- Provides organizational and administrative assistance and advice to DCM for the smooth running of the immediate Office; assists in the co-ordination of visits of the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office, Secretary General and other high-ranking OSCE officials;
- Attends meetings with DCM as appropriate and accompanies DCM on travel within and outside of the Mission area;
- Attends internal and external meetings on behalf of DCM to obtain the information necessary for fostering the Mission's activities;
- Reviews documents, reports and letters prepared for signature by DCM in order to ensure quality and accuracy in substance;
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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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.
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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