| Background |
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The OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe promotes the implementation of OSCE principles and commitments, as well as the co-operation of the Republic of Tajikistan within the OSCE framework in all three dimensions. It is involved in a wide range of activities, ranging from counter-terrorism and border management projects to supporting cross-border markets and free economic zones, human rights, media development, and legal reform initiatives.
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| Tasks and Responsibilities |
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The National Programme Officer, Gender and Democratization will work under the Human Dimension Department. This is a national professional function role supervised by the Human Rights Officer and if you are selected as the National Programme Officer, you will perform the following duties:
- Developing and drafting proposals, monitoring implementation and managing budgetary matters for projects sponsored by the Human Rights Unit aimed at promotion of women rights and their full participation in public and political life. Moreover, receiving analyses, summarizing and translating them into relevant languages (English, Russian or Tajik);
- Shifting through various proposed projects or components of complex projects and selecting the most appropriate and promising ones. Having made such selections, he/she proposing the selected projects/components to be approved by the supervisor;
- Visiting frequently the project sites and providing regular guidance and coaching to implementing partners and facilitating networking and sharing of experiences among them and with the local government authorities;
- Facilitating cooperation, developing and maintaining effective contacts with state and non-state partners. He/she will be conducting meetings with relevant interlocutors, attending events, and, if requested, representing the Human Rights Unit and the Mission at meetings with representatives of local authorities, international organizations and NGOs on gender equality, non-discrimination and promotion of men’s and women’s equal rights to participate in political and public life;
- Cooperating with the Gender Unit in Vienna, the Organization for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) as well as other OSCE Missions on related issues, including participation at regional meetings;
- Providing support in the implementing of POiD gender strategy and action plan, acting as a secretary to the Gender Focal Points (GFPs) network to be put in place as of end of January 2021;
- Reporting, communicating and consulting with the Human Rights Officer concerning activities related to gender equality, non-discrimination and promotion of men’s and women’s equal rights to participate in political and public life;
- Raising public awareness and fostering capacity-building among state and non-state partners on women rights and women’s full participation in public and political life, preparing and delivering trainings and other capacity building activities. Assisting in preparing roundtables, seminars and participating in different events where OSCE presence is required;
- Contributing to research, examining OSCE commitments and participating in drafting reports on identified gaps observed in the national system with regards to men’s and women’s equal rights to participate in public and political life, with the involvement of women, youth and civil society and facilitating the implementation and following up with domestic and international partners;
- Fostering capacity-building for relevant state and non-state partners by organizing ad hoc training and seminars and by assisting them in the implementation of projects as well as in promotion the implementation of international guidelines and recommendations activities relating to gender equality, non-discrimination and promotion of men’s and women’s equal rights to participate in political and public life with the involvement of women, youth and civil society;
- Translating documents and written correspondence with local authorities, international organizations, representatives of the local NGOs, as well as interpreting oral communications in the course of performing the assigned tasks and responsibilities;
- Coordinating the work with the Programme Assistant;
- Performing other duties as assigned.
For more detailed information on the structure and work of the OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe, please see: http://www.osce.org/programme-office-in-dushanbe
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| Necessary Qualifications |
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- • University degree in social, political sciences, law, gender studies or other relevant education;
- Minimum two years office experience in an administrative set up or political, local or international institution, including experience with management of development projects;
- Previous working experience on gender issues and/or relevant human rights issues with established practical experience in drafting reports, project proposals, budget, conducting research and analyses;
- Previous experience as a trainer would be an asset;
- Translation experience;
- Previous experience in working with political parties, youth and civil society;
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to work as a member of a team, with people of different nationalities, cultural and religious backgrounds, different gender, and diverse political views, while maintaining impartiality and objectivity;
- Excellent knowledge and understanding of current situation in Tajikistan;
- Practical experience in record keeping and processing of information;
- Good networking, communication and public relations skills, mediation and diplomacy/tact in all dealings;
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in Tajik, Russian and English;
- Computer literate with practical experience in window and Microsoft applications;
- Ability to work under pressure and travel frequently on short notice a must.
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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, subject to social security deductions, is 1,165.83 EUR. Social benefits will include participation in the medical insurance scheme and the OSCE Provident Fund. |
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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/. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED, offline applications received by email, post etc. will not be accepted. Please note that the vacancy is open for competition only amongst nationals of Tajikistan.
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.
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.
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