Vacancy
General Minimum Requirements |
The general minimum requirements for working with the OSCE are:
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Field of Expertise Requirements |
The general minimum requirements for working in this field of expertise are:
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Level of Professional Competence Requirements |
Furthermore, this level of responsibility requires the following: Education: First level university degree or equivalent experience Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience including minimum 1 year in a relevant field strongly preferred |
Mission Specific Requirements |
Additionally, this particular post has specific requirements: Mandatory:
Desirable:
For more detailed information on the structure and work of the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine, please see http://www.osce.org/ukraine-smm |
Tasks and Responsibilities |
Initial duration of appointment/assignment for this post is until 31 March 2018, subject to a subsequent OSCE Permanent Council Decision to extend the mandate of the Mission. If applicable, deployment is subject to attendance to and successful completion of pre-deployment training and assessment. As part of the recruitment process applicants must be determined as fit to work for the SMM prior to appointment/assignment, by completing a medical examination form and/or medical questionnaire, which will be assessed by a duly qualified medical practitioner appointed by the SMM. Applicants are hereby notified that the Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine (SMM) is designated by the OSCE as a nonfamily duty station. This designation is based on the fluid and dynamic working environment in the SMM and with due consideration to recommendations of the UN International Civil Service Commission. The currently prevailing working conditions in the duty station may include working in a hazardous location with extended hours of service, and possibly curtailed freedom of movement. Successful candidates who are appointed to locations deemed by the OSCE as hazardous will receive hazard pay. In addition, all successful candidates will be required to participate in the OSCE accident and life insurance scheme in accordance with the OSCE Staff Regulations and Staff Rules. The SMM Operations Room (OR) serves as the central hub for all operations and security-related matters and assists in the management, co-ordination and support for all field monitoring operations. The OR reports directly to the Head of Operations. The OR provides up-to-date situation reports (SITREPS) on all operations and security-related issues and daily briefings to the SMM Senior Management. Furthermore, the OR acts as a flexible emergency and crisis management cell on a 24/7 basis. Under the supervision of the Chief, Operations Room, the Operations Room Officer will perform the following functions:
The incumbent should be prepared to work extended evening/night periods on a 24/7 shift rotation. |
The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages the nomination of qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious, ethnic and social backgrounds. Please note that nationals or permanent residents of the country of the duty station are not eligible to apply. Candidates should, prior to applying, verify with their respective nominating authority to which extent financial remuneration and/or benefit packages will be offered. Please apply to your relevant authorities several days prior to the deadline expiration to ensure timely processing of your application. Delayed nominations will not be considered. |