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Archived vacancy details

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Issued by
OSCE Secretariat
Vacancy number
VNSECC01420
Vacancy type
Local Contracted
Number of posts
10
Duty station
Prague
Date of issue
5 April 2019
Deadline for application
2 May 2019 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)
Background    
     
   

This recruitment process will be used for filling a currently vacant position on a temporary basis. Initial duration of the short term appointment is foreseen to be 5 months and 29 days.

Additionally, in order to meet any future temporary needs of DCiP, at the conclusion of this process candidates may also be considered for a Roster for Temporary Assistance. Such candidates would be contacted in the future in the event that similar needs for temporary assistance arise.   

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 OSCE Secretariat in Vienna assists the Chairmanship in its activities, and provides operational and administrative support to the field operations, and, as appropriate, to other institutions.

The DCiP´s mandate is keeping the institutional memory of the organization and spread the 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. The researchers working under certain conditions in the DCiP premises and library (Researchers-in-Residence) are also being assisted by the DCiP.

     
Tasks and Responsibilities    
     
   

The Temporary Clerk/Temporary Assistant will, under the supervision of Senior Assistant for Documentation and Information, support the staff of the DCiP in conducting their day-to-day activities. The work will include the following tasks:

  1. Assisting to finalize record-audit of the digital and physical archive collections;
  2. Assembling finding aids and checking their functionality;
  3. Assisting with the weeding and disposal of items in OSCE library and archives magazines;
  4. Participating in on-going classification and registry projects;
  5. Supporting staff members in their duties by performing specific tasks as required.

For more detailed information on the structure and work of the OSCE Secretariat, please see http://www.osce.org/secretariat

     
Necessary Qualifications    
     
   
  • Completed secondary education;
  • A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience;
  • Good drafting and reporting skills;
  • Professional fluency in English; knowledge of other OSCE languages would be an asset;
  • Ability to work under time pressure and with tight deadlines;
  • Attention to detail and ability to multitask;
  • Experience in working in a multilateral/multicultural environment;
  • Ability to comply with safety regulations and deal with hazardous substances in a safe manner using protective clothing;
  • Ability to work in a team and establish working relationships with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
     
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    
     
    Remuneration varies according to the level of the job and the candidate’s qualifications and previous experience.
     
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.

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

 

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