Senior Legal Counter-Terrorism Adviser
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Vacancy
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This position is open for secondment only and participating States are kindly reminded that all costs in relation to assignment at the Secretariat must be borne by their authorities. Candidates should, prior to applying, verify with their respective nominating authority to which extent financial remuneration and/or benefit packages will be offered. Seconded staff members in the OSCE Secretariat and Institutions are not entitled to a Board and Lodging Allowance payable by the Organization. The Transnational Threats Department/Action against Terrorism Unit (TNTD/ATU) is the focal point for co-ordinating and facilitating OSCE counter-terrorism activities. TNTD/ATU assists participating States with implementing their anti-terrorism commitments in line with the OSCE Consolidated Framework for the Fight Against Terrorism and acts on requests from participating States to assist in enhancing their capability to respond to current and emerging threats. TNTD/ATU also supports the work of relevant UN bodies on counterterrorism and enhances co-operation with external partners and other regional organizations in this regard. The incumbent shall help promote the International Legal Framework and Co-operation in Criminal Matters within the OSCE region to strengthen a rule-of-law based criminal justice response to terrorism by identifying needs for assistance and developing project proposals and programmes; facilitating interaction among participating States, including on technical assistance and co-operation. |
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The Senior Legal Counter-Terrorism Adviser shall function under the guidance of the Head of the Anti-Terrorism Unit (H/ATU) and in consultation with the Programme Co-ordinator, and shall focus on rule-of-law based criminal justice responses to terrorism. The Senior Legal Counter-Terrorism Adviser:
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If you wish to apply for this position, please use the OSCE's online application link found under http://www.osce.org/employment. 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 the nomination of qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious, ethnic and social backgrounds. Please be aware that the OSCE does not request payment at any stage of the application and review process. 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. |