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Issued by: OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities
Vacancy number: VNHCNC00144
Vacancy type: Intern
Field of expertise: Human Rights
Duty station: The Hague
Date of issue: 22 December 2020
Deadline for application: 21 January 2021 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)
Date of entry on duty: 1 April 2021

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, combating human trafficking, 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 High Commissioner on National Minorities (HCNM) promotes conflict prevention and integration of diverse societies. HCNM was established to identify and seek early resolution of ethnic tensions that might endanger peace, stability or friendly relations between OSCE participating States.

Tasks and Responsibilities

		The OSCE HCNM is looking for an intern for six (6) months who will work with the section primarily dealing with South-Eastern and Central Europe. The main duties and responsibilities include: Assisting the members of the team in their daily tasks, including in preparing materials (background research, talking points and analysis) for visits of the High Commissioner and other team members, as relevant; Contributing to and compiling the section’s daily news digest; Conducting research and consolidating information on developments that may be relevant to HCNM-related topics in South-Eastern and Central Europe; Researching, analysing and summarizing minority-related reports, statements and decisions of international Organizations, national institutions and non-governmental organizations; Researching, analysing and summarizing relevant literature and articles on matters and topics relevant to the HCNM; Supporting the advisors in planning and producing research and recommendations in the frame of the internal working groups on the HCNM’s thematic body of work and preparing high-level meetings and events; Performing any other duties as may be required. For more detailed information on the work of the OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities, please see: https://www.osce.org/hcnm.

Necessary Qualifications

		Applicants should be under the age of 30 and from an OSCE participating State; Students in the final year of higher education (university or other accredited institution) at graduate or postgraduate level, i.e., within one year of graduation, or recent graduates or postgraduates, with a background in law, social/political sciences, international relations or related subject; Relevant working or internship experience is an asset; Professional fluency in English with excellent written and oral communication skills; working knowledge of a language relevant to the region is an asset. Fair knowledge of human and minority rights norms; Good understanding of minority and security issues, preferably in the South Eastern and Central Europe area; Strong analytical, research and drafting skills; Good organizational skills with ability to process and classify information quickly and efficiently; Computer literacy; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people from different national and cultural backgrounds, whilst maintaining impartiality and objectivity.

Remuneration Package

		Please note that the OSCE is not in a position to pay any remuneration during the period of internship, nor reimburse travel expenses. In lieu of remuneration, some compensation towards the cost of living may be offered to interns who are non-residents at the duty station. The selected intern may participate in the group health insurance scheme at his/her own expense, but the OSCE will cover life and accident/disability insurance. If the intern opts to arrange his/her own medical coverage, he/she shall provide evidence of medical coverage for the duty station he/she applies to, and for any eventual duty trip destinations. The internship lasts six (6) months and does not constitute a commitment to future employment with the OSCE.

How To Apply

		If you meet the above requirements and wish to apply for this internship opportunity, please use the OSCE's online application link found under https://jobs.osce.org/. Please note that the recruitment procedure may take up to a month and that we will be in further contact with you only if you are selected for an interview. The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment, or offer an internship with modified terms of reference or a different duration. Please note that vacancies in the OSCE are open for competition only amongst nationals of participating States, please see http://www.osce.org/participating-states. The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, 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.

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