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Issued by: OSCE Secretariat
Vacancy number: VNSECC01460
Vacancy type: Experts/Consultants
Field of expertise: Training
Duty station: Vienna
Date of issue: 20 August 2019
Deadline for application: 10 September 2019 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)

Background

		Please note that this is a consultancy assignment of a temporary nature, with an expected duration of approximately 7 working days. 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, anddecisions are taken by consensus on a politically, but not legally binding basis. The OSCE Secretariat in Vienna assists the Chairmanship in its activities, and provides operational and administrative support to the field operations, and, as appropriate, to other institutions. The Department of Human Resources (DHR) ensures that the OSCE has the human resources capacity necessary to successfully implement its mandates. DHR sets the policies and provides services in the areas of recruitment, administration of benefits and entitlements, payroll, performance management, training and ethics across the Organization. OSCE has had a gender-intensive learning programme for many years. We would now like to transform this into a blended programme with the following components:kick-off webinar, 2-day face-to-face learning programme (Vienna); follow-up webinar. The programme is designed to cover topics such as: key gender concepts, gender mainstreaming in the OSCE's three dimensions, methodologies and tools for gender mainstreaming, gender equality as an instrument for peace and security, integrating a gender perspective in the project cycle, including development of project or programme documents, introduction to gender-responsive budgeting and tracking of resources, gender-responsive audit, monitoring and evaluation, gender-sensitive communications (speeches, speaking points, briefing notes, background papers, images, publications, language), inclusion of gender into operational policies, administrative instructions and other directives on finance/ procurement/IT/human resources/management services/security, effective strategies for communicating with key stakeholders. The course is engaging through the practical use of case studies, exercises and role plays matching the OSCE environment. Participants will be engaged individually on their particular learning needs. The target audiene of the course is comprised of the OSCE Gender Focal Points; members of Gender Working Groups; as well as staff who work on programmes/projects.

Tasks and Responsibilities

		The expert will work under the general supervision of the Chief, Learning and Development Unit and the Senior Adviser on Gender Issues, and will be tasked with: Liaising with DHR/Learning and Development and OSG/Gender Section to review learning needs as they relate to gender mainstreaming; Designing a pre-course homework assignment, pre-course assessment test, and delivering a kick-off webinar; Designing and updating a two-day intensive course on gender mainstreaming, with a focus on gender equality in the three security dimensions of the OSCE; The courses should include a number of case studies and practical exercises designed to increase practical skills and knowledge of participants to apply gender mainstreaming in their work; Overall facilitation of the intensive two-day programme on gender mainstreaming in the OSCE; Evaluating the outcome of the programme and assessing the skills and knowledge level of the learners; sharing feedback and recommendations for follow-up with DHR/Learning and Development and OSG/Gender Section; Preparing all related material, including Power Point presentations, reading material, handouts, exercises, case studies, role plays, etc. For more detailed information on the structure and work of the OSCE Secretariat, please see https://www.osce.org/secretariat.

Necessary Qualifications

		Second-level university degree in gender studies, law, social sciences, or related field; Minimum of six years of experience working on promoting gender equality, with at least three years of demonstrated experience in developing and delivering courses on gender mainstreaming, preferably at the senior level; Knowledge of gender mainstreaming and gender-responsive budgeting methodologies and tools, and adult learning theory; Demonstrated adult learning skills and ability to use interactive and innovative learning methods; Professional fluency in the English language; Experience working in international organizations is desirable; Flexibility and ability to meet deadlines; Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.

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

		Remuneration will depend on the selected consultant’s/expert’s qualifications and experience and in accordance with the OSCE established rates.

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. If you are not a national of a participating State, you must apply by submitting an offline application form which can be found under https://jobs.osce.org/resources/document/offline-application-form. 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. 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. Please be aware that the OSCE does not request payment at any stage of the application and review process.