| General Minimum Requirements |
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The general minimum requirements for working with the OSCE are:
- Excellent physical condition
- Possession of a valid automobile driving license and ability to drive using manual transmission
- Ability to cope with physical hardship and willingness to work extra hours and in an environment with limited infrastructure
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| Field of Expertise Requirements |
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The general minimum requirements for working in this field of expertise are:
- University education in journalism, international relations or related field, communications, public relations, media studies or professional certification in journalism, public relations or media technology
- Experience in working in or with the media or in public relations, particularly in gathering, organizing, editing and disseminating information
- Excellent oral and written English communication skills, including the ability to prepare news- related documents and public presentations in simple, clear language for a broad non-diplomatic audience
- Good analytical and interpersonal skills
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| Level of Professional Competence Requirements |
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Furthermore, this level of responsibility requires the following:
Education:
Advanced degree in a relevant field
Experience:
Minimum 6 years of relevant professional experience
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| Mission Specific Requirements |
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Additionally, this particular post has specific requirements:
Mandatory:
- Experience with structuring and granting of interviews, press conferences and media events, and writing skills for a variety of audiences
- Knowledge of the historical and current political situation of the Mission area
- Experience in working with journalists
- Professional fluency in the English language, both oral and written, and the ability to draft documents clearly and concisely
- Working knowledge of Ukrainian and/or Russian languages, including the ability to conduct substantive business in one of these languages
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to work as a member of a team, with people of different cultural and religious backgrounds, different gender, and diverse political views while maintaining impartiality and objectivity
- Ability to cope with physical hardship and willingness to work extra hours and in an environment with limited infrastructure; proven resilience to high stress environments
- Cultural sensitivity and sound judgement
- Familiarity with the use of internet, intranet, digital photography and video
- Ability to operate Windows applications, including word processing, data bases, and e-mail
Desirable:
- Experience in working in an international organization, public affairs or professional communications
- Competence in print and electronic media production and the mechanics of print and electronic technology
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| Tasks and Responsibilities |
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Initial duration of appointment/assignment for this post is until 31 March 2017, subject to a subsequent OSCE Permanent Council Decision to extend the mandate of the Mission.
Potential applicants should be aware that this is a non-family posting.
If applicable, deployment is subject to attendance to and successful completion of pre-deployment training and assessment.
Under the direct supervision of the Head of Press and Public Information, the Press and Public Information Officer:
- Develops and implements a media strategy designed to generate maximum positive local and international coverage of Mission activities;
- Supervises and conducts press conferences and media events;
- Monitors local and international media;
- Handles requests for interviews from domestic and foreign journalists;
- Maintains close liaison with the OSCE Secretariat's Communication and Media Relations Section in Vienna;
- Oversees the development and maintenance of the Mission's website;
- Follows developments in Ukrainian and regional media in fields relevant to the Mission's mandate;
- Conducts outreach activities in support of the Mission's mandate;
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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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.
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.
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