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Senior Documentation and Information Assistant

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Archived vacancy details

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Issued by
OSCE Secretariat
Vacancy number
VNSECG01531
Vacancy type
Local Contracted
Field of expertise
Administration and Support
Grade
G7
Number of posts
1
Duty station
Prague
Date of issue
15 April 2020
Deadline for application
13 May 2020 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)

This post is located in Prague in the OSCE Office of the Secretary General, Documentation Center in Prague (DCiP).

 

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 DCiP´s mandate is keeping the institutional memory of the Organization and spreading information on the OSCE through various outreach activities. DCiP is the home of the CSCE/OSCE archives, thus, an important part of its activities relate to maintaining and updating various archival collections, including their digitalization, renaming and saving. Researchers working under special conditions on the DCiP premises and library (Researchers-in-Residence Programme) are also assisted by the DCiP. Effective May 2019 the DCiP also oversees and advises on records management and retention management practices and policies throughout the OSCE.

     

Tasks and Responsibilities:

The Senior Documentation and Information Assistant manages the functionality and quality of archival services. Furthermore, the incumbent also provides controlled access to archive materials; plans and monitors the DCiP´s e-documentation and information activities as well as the Unified Budget (UB) and Extra-Budgetary (ExB) projects.

Particularly, should you be selected for this exciting role, under the overall supervision of the Head of the DCiP, you will be tasked with the following duties:

 

  1. Being responsible for  the functionality and quality of archival services including the overall structure and classification of the historical funds deposited in the archives;
  2. Planning and monitoring the DCiP’s activities and projects related to archives and research (including preparation, coordination and reporting on the ExB projects);
  3. Providing controlled access to archive and library materials;
  4. Conducting regular outreach efforts and delivers general presentations;
  5. Performing other duties as requested.

 

For more detailed information on the structure and work of the Office of the Secretary General and the Documentation Center in Prague, please see: http://www.osce.org/secretariat                                                                                                                                                                                                                  

     

 Necessary Qualifications:  

  • Secondary education, studies in social science, (history, archival or librarian studies) would be an asset;
  • Minimum eight years of experience related to a work in archives or libraries, experience in project management and practical experience with large computer systems and with international organization would be an asset;
  • Minimum three years of supervisory experience;
  • Professional fluency in English with excellent communication (both oral and written) skills, working knowledge in another OSCE working language and/or Czech language would be an asset;
  • Demonstrated gender awareness and sensitivity, and an ability to integrate a gender perspective into tasks and activities;
  • Ability and willingness to work as a member of team, with people of different cultural, and religious backgrounds, different gender, and diverse political views, while maintaining impartiality and objectivity;
  • Computer literate with practical experience using Microsoft applications.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

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, subject to social security deduction, is CZK 50,242 (12 times a year). OSCE salaries are exempt from taxation in the Czech Republic. Social benefits will include possibility of participation in the Cigna medical insurance scheme and the OSCE Provident Fund.

Please note that appointments are normally made at step 1 of the applicable OSCE salary scale.

 

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.

 

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.

 

Please be aware that the OSCE does not request payment at any stage of the application and review process.

 

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