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OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek

Vacancy number VNKYRC01056 Vacancy type Experts/Consultants Number of posts 2 Duty station Bishkek Date of issue 23 March 2021 Deadline for application 5 April 2021 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)

Background

The State Personnel Service of the Kyrgyz Republic implements a policy to improve the testing system by improving the quality of questions, creating a model of employee competencies and developing a methodology for assessing the competencies of candidates. All this will allow an objective and fair approach to the selection structure, to provide a comprehensive assessment of candidates, the degree of their development of managerial and personal qualities, to correlate them with the requirements for positions. This work is carried out within the framework of implementation of the Resolution of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic "On Amendments to Some Decisions of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Sphere of State Civil and Municipal Service". In 2020, the OSCE Programme Office received a request from the State Personnel Service of the Kyrgyz Republic to develop the relevant methodology and toolkit. In the framework of the given activity, OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek will contract two local consultants to provide expert support in developing the civil service examination psycho-behavioral testing methodology and toolkit.

Tasks and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of Project Manager / Senior Program Assistant, the consultants will perform the following tasks:

Conduct analysis of the activities of employees, identify their specific tasks and responsibilities with the help of interviews, questionnaires;Conduct 3-5 interviews with senior civil servants - regarding their functions and their vision of the functions of middle-level and junior employees;Identify competencies of employees (after completion of the analysis of activities);Create a hierarchy of employees' competencies by job group;Report on completion of work, participation at the round table to present deliverables.Development of a methodology for creating competence-oriented tests for different seniority levels and areas of activity (The methodology should contain: - development, examination, validation of the content of tests for a comprehensive assessment of candidates, - standardization of tests; test items and testing process);Report on completion of work, participation at the round table to present the deliverables (discussion with interest groups);Development of competence-oriented tests for groups of positions (the exact number of competencies, as well as tests (volume, format and content) will be revealed after a desk and functional analysis);Development of tests and procedures for analysing results;Approbation of tests;Training of state partner's employees on the implementation and use of new types of tests;Final report, participation at the round table to present deliverables.

For more detailed information on the structure and work of the OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek, please see: https://www.osce.org/programme-office-in-bishkek

Necessary Qualifications

• University degree in social sciences, public administration, human resource management or other related fields;
• At least 5 years of professional experience providing advisory services in the area of public administration, public (municipal) services delivery, policymaking or other related fields both at local and central (national) levels;
• Diverse experience comprising work experience in government bodies or parliaments, experience of developing legal and methodological documents, experience of writing analytical notes is desirable;
• Professional fluency in Russian language, both oral and written;
• Experience working in projects funded by international development organizations;
• Experience working in post- Soviet countries including countries of Eastern Europe and countries of the Commonwealth of Independent State (CIS) (namely providing expert- advisory services to government bodies or parliaments, developing legal and methodological documents on the topic of development of municipalities) is an advantage;
• Knowledge of OSCE and its operations

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 will depend on the selected consultant's qualifications and experience and be in accordance with OSCE established rates.

How To Apply

Please, note that this vacancy is open for competition amongst Kyrgyz Republic citizens. We strongly encourage applicants to use the online application system at https://jobs.osce.org/vacancies. However, if you have difficulties with the system you may use the OSCE offline application form found under https://jobs.osce.org/resources/document/offline-application-form and forward the completed form quoting the vacancy number by e-mail [email protected]

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. The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates to apply to become a part of the organization. Applications received after the published deadline will not be considered. Please note that in the event of invitation for interview/test, the OSCE is unable to reimburse costs incurred. Please be aware that the OSCE does not request payment at any stage of the application and review process.

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