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.
The activities of the ODIHR Human Rights Department are aimed at assisting OSCE participating States in maintaining a human rights based approach in addressing all security challenges and in protecting and promoting human rights and fundamental freedoms for all, through gender-sensitive monitoring, capacity building and expert advice.
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Tasks and Responsibilities |
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Under the direct supervision of the Head, Human Rights Department, the Human Rights Adviser / Monitoring and Response Co-ordinator shall perform the following functions and duties:
- Monitoring, analyzing and drafting reports on the implementation of OSCE Human Dimension commitments related to human rights and fundamental freedoms, with a particular focus on freedom of peaceful assembly;
- Planning and coordinating the deployment of ODIHR monitoring missions to assess the policing and facilitation of public assemblies;
- Identifying, developing and implementing programmatic activities and projects on key human rights areas of concern for/with non-governmental organizations, governmental authorities, National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs) and OSCE staff and missions, with a particular focus on capacity building for law enforcement authorities and civil society organizations on freedom of peaceful assembly;
- Establishing, developing and maintaining contact with key international and national governmental and non-governmental actors in the field of human rights to facilitate and foster communication, information-sharing and coordination of activities;
- Responding to requests to ODIHR on information about the implementation of the OSCE Human Dimension commitments related to human rights and fundamental freedoms in key areas of concern;
- 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 Law, Political Science, International Relations or Social Sciences, a specialization in Human Rights is an asset;
- At least six years (full-time equivalent) of progressively responsible and relevant professional experience in the field of human rights including experience at an international level in an advisory function;
- In-depth knowledge of human rights monitoring and reporting methodology and practice;
- Excellent knowledge of the UN, Council of Europe and OSCE human rights standards;
- Professional fluency in the English langauge, both oral and written with excellent communication skills; working knowledge of Russian and/or other OSCE languages is an asset;
- Demonstrated gender awareness and sensitivity, and an ability to integrate a gender perspective into tasks and activities;
- Computer literacy with practical experience in Microsoft applications and internet;
- Ability to work with people of different nationalities, religions and cultural backgrounds.
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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 is approximately EUR 5,000 depending on post adjustment and family status. OSCE salaries are exempt from taxation in Poland. Social benefits will include possibility of participation in the Cigna medical insurance scheme and the OSCE Provident Fund. 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 those applicants who are selected to participate in the subsequent stages of recruitment 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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