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Political Analyst

Kyiv

  • Organization: OSCE - Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
  • Location: Kyiv
  • Grade: Mid level - S-2, Seconded Position - Open for OSCE's 57 participating States
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Social Affairs
    • International Relations
    • Political Affairs
  • Closing Date: Closed

General Minimum Requirements

The general minimum requirements for working with the OSCE are:

  • Excellent physical condition
  • Possession of a valid automobile driving license and ability to drive using manual transmission
  • Ability to cope with physical hardship and willingness to work extra hours and in an environment with limited infrastructure
 
 
 
 
Field of Expertise Requirements

The general minimum requirements for working in this field of expertise are:

  • Diplomatic experience or experience working in political affairs with international organizations or governments
  • Experience in preparing analytical reports
  • Excellent communication and drafting skills
  • Knowledge of regional political history and developments
  • Diplomatic and negotiating skills
  • Some knowledge of the OSCE principles and commitments
 
 
 
 
Level of Professional Competence Requirements

Furthermore, this level of responsibility requires the following:

Education:

First-level university degree in international studies, public policy, political science or law or related fields

Experience:

Minimum 6 years of relevant professional experience

 
 
 
 
Mission Specific Requirements

Additionally, this particular post has specific requirements:

Mandatory:

  • Minimum of six years of professional experience in international relations, within international organizations, national government, political parties, legislatures or academia/think-tanks, or similar;
  • Significant prior experience in relevant fields, such as political, security and ceasefire-related issues, preferably in an international environment or within operational missions;
  • Professional fluency in the English language both in writing and orally and ability to analyse and communicate clearly and concisely;
  • Demonstrated commitment to gender equality objectives as well as the ability to integrate a gender perspective into tasks and activities;
  • Demonstrated ability and willingness to work as a member of a team, with people of different cultural and religious backgrounds, different gender, and diverse political views, while maintaining impartiality and objectivity;
  • Cultural sensitivity and political judgement;
  • Flexibility and ability to work effectively and inclusively in high stress environments;
  • Ability to operate computer Windows applications, including word processing and e-mail.

Desirable:

  • Experience in working in Eastern Europe and/or knowledge of the region;
  • Experience with the OSCE and/or other international organizations;
  • Working knowledge of the Ukrainian and/or Russian language(s);
  • Proven mediation and/or mediation support skills.
 
 
 
 
Tasks and Responsibilities

The Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine (SMM), in line with the OSCE Action Plan for the Promotion of Gender Equality, is committed to further improving gender balance among staff in all areas and levels within the SMM. We encourage qualified applicants, especially women, to apply for this position.

If applicable, deployment is subject to attendance to and successful completion of pre-deployment training and assessment.

Applicants are hereby notified that the Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine (SMM) is designated by the OSCE as a nonfamily duty station. This designation is based on the fluid and dynamic working environment in the SMM. The currently prevailing working conditions in the duty station may include working in a hazardous location with extended hours of service, and possibly curtailed freedom of movement. Successful candidates who are appointed to locations deemed by the OSCE as hazardous will receive hazard pay. In addition, all successful candidates will be required to participate in the OSCE accident and life insurance scheme in accordance with the OSCE Staff Regulations and Staff Rules.

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Reporting and Political Analysis and the co-ordination of the Senior Political Analyst, as Political Analyst, you will provide policy advice on the implementation of the Mission's mandate and on the follow-up of political issues in general, and those related to ceasefire mediation and management in particular.

Specifically, you will perform the following functions:

  1. Drafting speeches, statements, talking points and correspondence, as well as relevant background and analytical papers, for the Chief Monitor, and attending and reporting on these meetings as requested;
  2. Providing the Head of Reporting and Political Analysis and, through her/him, the Chief Monitor, with expert, advisory, material and technical support;
  3. Reviewing and contributing to the Mission's regular and occasional reports, including also media releases, ensuring that the Mission's material submitted for clearance is consistent with the aims and tasks enumerated in the Mission's mandate;
  4. Specifically, preparing the Chief Monitor's file in his capacity as Co-ordinator of the Working Group on Security Issues of the Trilateral Contact Group, held fortnightly; advising him and preparing relevant reports for the information and follow-up by those concerned;
  5. Establishing and maintaining contact with local, regional and national authorities, and civil society organizations;
  6. Co-operating with representatives of the United Nations, the Council of Europe and other actors in the international community, including in the Trilateral Contact Group and the Joint Centre for Control and Co-ordination;
  7. Reviewing and contributing operational instructions and liaises with the SMM's Operations Unit to help ensure that operational instructions and the Monitoring Team's products are in line with mandate implementation;
  8. Performing other duties and assignments as required.

For more detailed information on the structure and work of the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine, please see https://www.osce.org/special-monitoring-mission-to-ukraine

 
 
 
 

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 note that nationals or permanent residents of the country of the duty station are not eligible to apply.

Candidates should be aware that OSCE officials shall conduct themselves at all times in a manner befitting the status of an international civil servant. This includes avoiding any action which may adversely reflect on the integrity, independence and impartiality of their position and function as officials of the OSCE. The OSCE is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate. For more information on the values set out in OSCE Competency Model, please see https://jobs.osce.org/resources/document/our-competency-model.

Candidates should, prior to applying, verify with their respective nominating authority to which extent financial remuneration and/or benefit packages will be offered.

Please apply to your relevant authorities well in advance of the deadline expiration to ensure timely processing of your application. Delayed nominations will not be considered. The OSCE can only process Secondment applications that have been nominated by participating States. For queries relating to your application, please refer to the respective delegation as listed here: https://www.osce.org/contacts/delegations.

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