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Issued by: OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
Vacancy number: VNODIC00736
Vacancy type: Experts/Consultants
Field of expertise: Legal Affairs
Duty station: Warsaw
Date of issue: 15 January 2019
Deadline for application: 24 January 2019 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)

Background:

		ODIHR’s Tolerance and Non-Discrimination Department (TND), is tasked with building the capacity of governments in preventing and responding to racism, xenophobia and other forms of intolerance, as well as increasing the ability of civil society to monitor and report on hate crimes. Within the framework of the Turning Words into Action to Address Anti-Semitism project (WIA), ODIHR developed an online hate incidents reporting platform. The platform will allow for (1) victims and witnesses of hate crime and other incidents to report these incidents, (2) civil society organizations to record and monitor hate crime and other incidents and (3) civil society organizations to share their data with ODIHR. The hate incidents reporting platform is an online tool that has been developed by an external software development company. Civil society organizations across the OSCE region will be able to use the platform, and personalize it within specific parameters so that the tool addresses their specific needs. In May 2018, the platform underwent a technical review and user experience testing, which were followed by the implementation of a set of technical changes, including improved security of the data stored on the platform, improved user experience and adaptation of the software to be used by coalitions (i.e. multiple users). In September 2017 ODIHR hired a legal and data protection compliance expert who reviewed the software and provided advice to ODIHR and the software developers to ensure that the digital solutions comply with the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation). The expert’s advice has been taken into account while finalizing the product in 2018. Now that the hate incident reporting platform is fully developed and technically ready for civil society organizations to use, ODIHR is looking for a Legal and Data Protection Expert to audit the platform and confirm that the previous legal recommendations have been implemented and that the digital solutions in the platform will allow for CSOs to adopt the tool in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Tasks and Responsibilities:

		The Legal and Data Protection Expert shall report to the Assistant Project Officer (Words into Action) and under the framework of this contract complete the following tasks: Use the previously provided legal advice as a basis for auditing the digital solutions in the software, and confirm that the guidance was implemented and allows for CSOs to comply with the GDPR while using the platform; If certain aspects of the GDPR are found to be insufficiently incorporated in the current version of the software, provide written recommendations to ODIHR and the software developer; If an update is found necessary, conduct an additional audit of the software after the technical update to ensure that all the recommendations have been implemented and the revised software/product is in compliance with the GDPR; Review the guidance document about the GDPR for CSOs prepared by ODIHR with support of an external legal expert, making sure they the information provided is accurate and corresponds with relevant regulations. Deliverables: A document confirming that the digital solutions in the platform allow for the CSOs to adopt and use the platform in compliance with the GDPR; If found necessary: a list of GDPR requirements that are currently insufficiently addressed in the platform and suggestions for IT solutions how to improve compliance; documentation should describe how specific IT solutions allow complying with specific requirements of the GDPR (should include descriptions of IT solutions and references to specific articles in the GDPR); The guidance document for CSOs reviewed in tracked changes, with explanations for the changes made.

Necessary Qualifications:

		University degree in Law; Minimum 6 years of professional, legal experience; Knowledge of data-protection regulations applicable in the OSCE region (notably EU GDPR for data controllers); Experience in advising on compliance with EU data protection regulations; Preferably experience of providing guidance on GDPR compliance for IT projects; Preferably experience on advising about GDPR compliance with regards to the management of sensitive personal data; Excellent command of English language, both written and spoken.

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:

		The assignment is envisaged for 5 working days between 4 and 15 February 2019. Remuneration will depend on the selected consultant’s qualifications and experience and will be in accordance with 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. Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. 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. The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy, cancel the recruitment, offer a consultancy at a different level or with modified terms of reference or for a different duration.