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Issued by: OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities
Vacancy number: VNHCNP00104
Vacancy type: International Contracted
Field of expertise: Human Rights
Grade: P3
Number of posts: 1
Duty station: The Hague
Date of issue: 24 August 2017
Deadline for application: 22 September 2017 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)

Background

		The OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities (HCNM) was established in 1992 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 HCNM is seeking a Project Officer to take charge of the development and implementation of projects in support of the HCNM's conflict prevention mandate. Under the direct supervision of the Head of the Central and South Eastern European and West Section (CEE and West Section), and in close co-ordination with the HCNM Director and the Senior Administrative Officer, the Project Officer will be responsible for all phases of assigned project development and implementation in the CEE and West Section area. Duties will include: Conducting in-country assessments, in consultation with Legal and Political Advisers, to identify potential projects; Developing project proposals, identifying and guiding possible implementing partners; Implementing, monitoring, evaluating and reporting on project implementation; Overseeing project expenditure and ensuring compliance with budget and donor requirements; Reporting to donors and internal partners, including the drafting of financial report narratives; Contributing to discussions on HCNM policies and strategies for geographical portfolio; Organising and evaluating conferences, seminars, and training programmes; Supporting the High Commissioner's visits to the area of responsibility. For more detailed information on the structure and work of the OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities, please see http://www.osce.org/hcnm.

Necessary Qualifications

		First-level university degree in project management, political science, business administration or other relevant field; A minimum of six years of progressively responsible professional experience, including project management experience and experience in the results-based management of international, development, conflict prevention or public administration projects, including at least two years in the international sphere; A sound understanding of the political context in the relevant region, preferably with specialised knowledge of inter-ethnic relations and minority issues; Proven knowledge and understanding of project management concepts, including the project management cycle; Excellent communication skills; both written and spoken, resourcefulness; team spirit and initiative; Ability to work independently, but also as part of a team, and to cope with varied and heavy workload; Computer literacy, in particular excellent knowledge of MS Office applications; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people of different cultural and religious backgrounds, different gender, and diverse political views, while remaining impartial and objective; Professional fluency in English is required; knowledge of languages of the relevant region, in particular Serbian and/or Albanian, is highly desirable.

Remuneration Package

		The monthly salary at this grade amounts to approximately EUR 5802, subject to variations depending on post adjustment and family status. OSCE salaries are exempt from taxation in The Netherlands. Social benefits will include possibility of participation in the Van Breda medical insurance scheme and the OSCE Provident Fund. Other allowances and benefits are similar to those offered under the United Nations Common System. Appointments are made at step one of the relevant salary grade.

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/. 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. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. 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. The OSCE is a non-career organization committed to the principle of staff rotation; therefore the maximum period of service in this post is 7 years. Please be aware that the OSCE does not request payment at any stage of the application and review process.

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