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Issued by: OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
Vacancy number: VNODIP00759
Vacancy type: International Contracted
Field of expertise: General Staff / Monitoring Functions
Grade: P3
Duty station: Warsaw
Date of issue: 18 July 2019
Deadline for application: 8 August 2019 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)

Background

		Please note that this is an extra-budgetary position. The initial contract will be for the duration of one year, with the possibility of extension until January 2021 subject to budget availability. The OSCE has a comprehensive approach to security that encompasses politico-military, economic and environmental, and human aspects. It therefore addresses a wide range of security-related concerns, including arms control, confidence- and security-building measures, human rights, national minorities, democratization, policing strategies, counter-terrorism and economic and environmental activities. All 57 participating States enjoy equal status, and decisions are taken by consensus on a politically, but not legally binding basis. The Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) is the principal institution of the OSCE responsible for the human dimension. ODIHR is active throughout the OSCE area in the fields of election observation, democratic development, human rights, tolerance and non-discrimination, and the rule of law. ODIHR’s assistance projects and other activities are implemented in participating States in accordance with ODIHR’s mandate. Since 2015, ODIHR has been implementing its projects in Ukraine aimed at advancing the respect for human rights, strengthening democratic institutions and promoting tolerance in the society through capacity-building, co-operation and advocacy. The incumbent is based in ODIHR’s office in Warsaw and is responsible for co-ordinating project activities with management and staff of ODIHR programmatic departments. The incumbent will supervise a team of four people. He/she will report to ODIHR Project Coordinator (first level supervisor) and the First Deputy Director (second level supervisor). The incumbent will consult closely with Heads/Deputy Heads of ODIHR departments in charge of implementing specific project activities to ensure coherence between various components of the project and co-ordination with other ODIHR activities in Ukraine. He/she will also closely co-ordinate with the Project Co-ordinator’s Office in Ukraine.

Tasks and Responsibilities

		Under the direct supervision of the Project Co-ordinator, as the Project Officer you will perform the following functions and duties: Co-ordinating and planning for all project activities with ODIHR Departments, partners and the OSCE field operation in Ukraine; supervising project staff; overseeing the coherent implementation of project components and their financial and administrative aspects; In consultation with ODIHR Project Co-ordinator, managing relations with the donors, including reporting on project progress and providing input for any evaluation(s) of the project; Following and analysing substantive developments in Ukraine, as they relate to the achievement of project’s results; Performing other related duties as required.

Necessary Qualifications

		First-level university degree in public administration, political science, law, human rights or other relevant field; Minimum of six (6) years of professional experience at operational level of designing and implementing complex, international development projects in fields relevant to the project’s topic and involving multiple stakeholders; Understanding and experience of promoting human rights, democracy and tolerance and non-discrimination from an international institutional base, including experience at the international level in an advisory or operational function in the OSCE area; Management experience is essential; Proven experience in capacity-building and institution-building strategies and methodologies; Field experience in the OSCE participating State(s) targeted by the project and/or similar, and co-operation with international organizations at the field and headquarters level; Excellent analytical, drafting, editing and presentation skills; Understanding of the political sensitivities and administrative constraints in the work of ODIHR and the OSCE and how these affect implementation of a large-scale project with defined activities and a limited timeframe; Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; Computer literate with practical experience with Microsoft applications; Working knowledge of Russian and/or Ukrainian is an asset.

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

		Monthly remuneration is approximately EUR 5,335 depending on post adjustment and family status. OSCE salaries are exempt from taxation in Poland. Social benefits will include possibility of participation in the Cigna medical insurance scheme and the OSCE Provident Fund. The Organization contributes an amount equivalent to 15% of the employee's salary to this Fund and the employee contributes 7.5%. Other allowances and benefits are similar to those offered under the United Nations Common System. Appointments are normally made at step 1 of the applicable OSCE salary scale.

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/vacancies. 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 those applicants who are selected to participate in the subsequent stages of recruitment 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/states. The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all 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.