Senior Governance Adviser

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:

• University education in political sciences, social sciences, international relations, public policy, law or equivalent professional experience
• Work experience in either public administration, relevant international organizations, civic associations (including NGOs), political parties/affairs, or economic and political development
• Demonstrable organizational, communication, analytical and interpersonal skills

Level of Professional Competence Requirements

Furthermore, this level of responsibility requires the following:

Education:

• Advanced degree in a relevant field

Experience:

• Minimum 6 years of relevant professional experience

Mission Specific Requirements

Additionally, this particular post has specific requirements:

Mandatory:

• Previous thematic experience in one or more of the following fields: economics, environmental issues, anti-corruption, property issues, public administration, regional planning, local government
• Previous working experience and thorough knowledge of Project Cycle Management
• Professional fluency in the English language, with analytical and research experience and excellent drafting and reporting skills
• 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
• Relevant, preferably programme-focused, experience in government structures, international organizations, NGOs, or public policy development
• Experience in negotiating and liaising with governmental authorities
• Flexibility and ability to work under pressure and within tight deadlines
• Ability to operate Windows applications, including word processing and e-mail.

Tasks and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Head of the Governance, Economic and Environmental Issues Department (GEEID), the Senior Governance Adviser performs the following duties:

• Monitors, analyses and advises on governance issues in Albania, and develops activities to improve the situation;
• Supports the Head of Department in co-ordinating and managing GEEID staff;
• Ensures the quality of the Department's written output;
• Drafts project proposals and monitors the implementation of the related projects, working closely with implementing partners and beneficiaries;
• Liaises and cooperates with the other departments of the presence in the design and the implementation of new cross-cutting activities/projects;
• Maintains close working relations with all national and international partners at the appropriate level;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The OSCE is committed to achieving a better balance of women and men within the Organization. The nomination of female candidates is particularly encouraged.

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 several days prior to the deadline expiration to ensure timely processing of your application. Delayed nominations will not be considered.