National Project Officer
- OSCE Azerbaijan
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Elanın qoyulma tarixi: 11.11.2014Vakansiyaya müraciət tarixi bitmişdir.
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Vacancy VNAZEN00146
Job Title: National Project Officer
Location: Baku,AZ
Organization Name: OSCE Project Co-ordinator in Baku
Grade: NP1
Closing Date of application: 30-11-2014
Background
Under the direct supervision of the Head of the Politico-Military Unit, the incumbent acts as a National Project Officer for politico-military activities. The incumbent conducts analyses of developments in Azerbaijan in policing, organized crime, human trafficking and terrorism fields, conducts needs assessments, liaises with Azerbaijani authorities, civil society organizations and research institutions, advises the supervisor and PCiB senior management on the trends in the relevant thematic fields, assists the supervisor in the development of programme documents, develops project documents, manages projects, organizes for implementation of projects assigned, monitors, evaluates and reports on project activities and results. Acts as Alternate Head of the Unit/Programme Manager in the absence of the supervisor
Tasks and Responsibilities
1. Assists and provides advice to the Head of Politico-Military Unit in the overall programme management of activities in the first dimension, as requested by the supervisor and/or at his/her own initiative. For that purpose:
a) independently conducts research, collection, compilation, break-down of data, fact-finding and problem analysis on topics related to politico-military issues and advises the supervisor and, as may be requested, PCiB senior management and relevant OSCE institutions and departments, on developments, trends and needs in the relevant thematic areas, e.g. policing, organized crime, combating human trafficking and counter-terrorism;
b) establishes and maintains contacts with Government authorities, universities, research institutions, civil society and other international organizations for activities in the Politico-Military Unit; assists the supervisor in necessary contacts with them for implementation, including meetings, correspondence, etc.; provides translation and interpretation, as requested by the supervisor;
c) advises on partnership and fund-raising/co-funding opportunities, identifies and helps secure funding alternatives for EXB projects and for co-funding of UB projects; builds and maintains strong relationships with partners and donors; represents the office at national and international events, co-ordination and individual meetings, roundtables;
d) contributes to regular reporting of the Politico-Military Unit, e.g activity reports, annual reports and other narrative reports as well as to the development of the programme's budget and programme outline;
e) prepares letters, talking points, speeches and background information for official meetings on issues related to politico-military issues;
Acts as Alternate Head of Politico-Military Unit/Programme Manager in his/her absence;
f). serves as anti-Trafficking (THB) focal point for the mission for which purpose gathers information and conducts analyses on the state of implementation of national legislation, initiatives, needs and priorities of the Azerbaijani government, co-ordinates with relevant stakeholders, and advises PCiB senior management of THB-related issues.
2. Acts as a project manager for politico-military activities. For that purpose:
a) develops UB and EXB project proposals, as assigned by the Head of Politico-Military Unit; independently manages the projects on countering human trafficking and organized crime; organizes for monitoring and evaluation; provides substantial, analytical and result-oriented reports on project implementation; co-ordinates activities with counterparts and implementing partners;
b) undertakes project implementation and conducts administrative tasks necessary for smooth project implementation; conducts financial management of projects, including financial monitoring of implementing partners; assists in arranging OSCE and OSCE-participated events, seminars, conferences, roundtables and visits to the area by the OSCE delegations;
c) provides substantial advice on gender mainstreaming in project development and implementation and works actively to integrate gender aspects in projects of the Politico-Military Unit.
3. Performs all other duties as required by the supervisors.
Necessary Qualifications
Level and field of study of university or equivalent training; and the degree of specialization required:
• University degree in security studies, international relations, political science or a related field, or graduation from a law-enforcement, criminal justice or military educational institution equivalent to a university degree;
Length and type of practical experience required at the national, and if so required, at the international level:
• At least two years of professional experience in managing projects in the field of politico-military aspects of security, preferably within or with an international organization, diplomatic mission or development agency;
• Established professional knowledge and understanding of the main priorities within the OSCE´s mandate in the field of policing, organized crime, human trafficking and terrorism fields; excellent knowledge and understanding of the current situation in these areas in the country;
• Established experience in conducting research and drafting analytical reports on topics relevant to the Politico-Military Dimension, demonstrating excellent analytical and drafting skills, using English and Azerbaijani as working languages;
• Experience in liaising with governmental and non-governmental structures at the national level, with a demonstrated ability to maintain impartiality and objectivity.
Language(s) proficiency required:
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and in the local language. Knowledge of Russian is an asset.
Other:
Demonstrated gender awareness and sensitivity, and an ability to integrate a gender perspective into tasks and activities.
Ability to work with people of different nationalities, religions and cultural backgrounds.
Holding a valid driving license.
Remuneration Package
Currently, the gross salary per month for NP1, Step 1 is EUR 1,979.17. Appointments are made at step 1 of the applicable OSCE salary scale. Social benefits will include possibility of participation in the Van Breda medical insurance scheme and the OSCE Provident Fund.
How To Apply
This vacancy is open for competition only amongst nationals and/or permanent residents of Azerbaijan Republic.
If you wish to apply for this position, please use the OSCE's online application link found under http://www.osce.org/employment.
Please note that CVs and other applications submitted in different formats than the OSCE Application Form will not be reviewed.
Please also note that applications received after the deadline, submitted without reference to the vacancy number or in other languages than the English language would not be considered.
In case of technical difficulties with online application only, please contact the OSCE Project Co-ordinator in Baku informing us about the nature of such difficulties by e-mail to [email protected] with the vacancy number quoted in the title. We will try to help you to submit your online application.
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 from all national, 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.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and informed of the results of the recruitment for this post.
