The majority of positions in OSCE field operations are filled by secondment, which means that individuals are nominated by their respective OSCE participating State. In addition, a limited number of seconded positions are available at the OSCE Secretariat and the institutions.

Issued by

OSCE Secretariat

Vacancy number VNSECG01627 Vacancy type Local Contracted Field of expertise General Administration Grade G4 Number of posts 1 Duty station Vienna Date of issue 30 March 2021 Deadline for application 27 April 2021 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)

Background

Please note that this position is funded under an Extra-Budgetary (ExB) Project, which is expected to run until mid-2024. The initial contract will be issued for 12 months. Extension is subject to project extension and further funding availability.

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, combating human trafficking, 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 Office of the Secretary General (OSG) plays a key role in supporting the Secretary General in the effective implementation of his/her mandate and specific tasks given to him/her by the OSCE participating States. This includes primarily assisting the Secretary General in his/her activities, serving as a focal point for liaison and support to the Chairperson-in-Office, and co-ordinating tasks across the Secretariat. It groups horizontal services such as Executive Management, Communications and Media Relations, Legal Services, External Co-operation, Security Management, Gender Issues, Conference and Language Services, Central Records Management, and oversees the OSCE Document Centre in Prague (DCiP). The OSG ensures effective co-ordination of policy advice provided to the Secretary General and the Chairmanship, and management decisions taken by the Secretary General. The OSG is led by a Director who also functions as the Head of Executive Management.

The OSCE Gender Section's new three-year comprehensive project "WIN - Women and Men Innovating and Networking for Gender Equality" will advance gender equality as a necessary prerequisite for achieving and maintaining stable, prosperous and peaceful societies in the OSCE area. The project aims to accelerate the implementation of the OSCE 2004 Action Plan for the Promotion of Gender Equality and the Women, Peace and Security Agenda. The project will also focus on the economic and environmental dimension and combating violence against women and girls (VAWG) with the aim of positively changing policy and practice in participating States. The project will strengthen existing and create new networks of female and male gender advocates in governments and civil society in order to foster and enhance an inclusive dialogue in the OSCE region, including in peacebuilding and mediation efforts. Finally, the project will increase participation of women in peace and development processes at all levels.

Tasks and Responsibilities

The Project Assistant will work under the overall direction of the Senior Gender Adviser and the daily supervision of the WIN Project Manager. Should you be selected, you will support the Project Manager with the development and implementation of the WIN project assisting in ensuring high quality results. You will be responsible for:

Assisting in the organization of events, meetings and webinars, including the preparation and sending of invitations, logistics arrangements, making reservations, providing general support and liaising with the Gender Advisers;Making travel arrangements, preparing travel authorizations, ensuring that visas and travel documents are in order, completing claim forms and maintaining an overview of travel and financial expenses, as required;Assisting with background research and the drafting of documents and concept notes, compilation of reports; assisting with the preparation of communication materials for presentations, press releases, social media, and the website;Supporting the Project Manager in establishing internal and external working relationships and the relevant communication channels;Providing administrative support such as following up on the work plan, budget planning and monitoring of expenditure; ensuring timely response in relation to the execution of other tasks assigned to the Section;Contributing to the design, set-up and maintenance of an online WIN Community platform for enhanced knowledge-sharing and networking;Supporting the development of e-learning modules for WIN;Performing other related tasks as assigned.

Necessary Qualifications

  • Completed secondary education;
  • A minimum of three years of relevant administrative or project management related experience, preferably in an international environment;
  • Experience in organizing meetings, events and online events (webinars, etc.); with ability to meet deadlines and keep an overview of ongoing activities;
  • Professional fluency in English with excellent written and spoken communication skills; knowledge of another OSCE working language would be an asset;
  • Computer literate with practical experience with Microsoft applications: knowledge of maintaining or working with online information platforms would be an asset;
  • Demonstrated gender awareness and sensitivity, and ability to integrate a gender perspective into tasks and activities;
  • Proven interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective and constructive working relationships with people of different national and cultural backgrounds while maintaining impartiality and objectivity;
  • Prior experience with Microsoft Confluence and managing an online community/community of Practice is an asset.

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 deductions, is EUR 3,416 per month. OSCE salaries are exempt from taxation in Austria. 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.

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/re-post 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 candidates 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

https://www.osce.org/participating-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.

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

.

Please note that for this position the OSCE does not reimburse expenses such as travel in connection with interviews, tests, visas and relocation.

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

cdJJ2wP-owT1v

This vacancy is archived.

Recommended for you