International Consultant – Administrative Project Expert for Armenia Co-operation Programme (SSA's)

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Background:

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 Chairpersonship in its activities, and provides operational and administrative support to the field operations, and, as appropriate, to other institutions.

The Conflict Prevention Centre (CPC) plays a key role in supporting and co-ordinating the OSCE's activities in the field, in providing analysis and policy advice to the Secretary General (SG) and the Chairpersonship, in leading work on all aspects of the conflict cycle, and in supporting the various formats dealing with protracted conflicts. The CPC also serves as the focal point in the Secretariat for co-ordinating and developing the OSCE's role in the politico-military dimension.

Within the CPC, the Operations Service covers a broad variety of tasks such as operational planning for the set-up, reorganization and closure of field operations, analysis related to early warning, conflict prevention, crisis management, conflict resolution and post-conflict rehabilitation, lessons learned and best practices, mediation support, operational liaison with other international organizations, and maintaining a 24/7 Situation/Communications Room

Objective of Assignment:

The Armenia Co-operation Programme (ACP) is an initiative that seeks to support continued project-based collaboration of the OSCE Secretariat and Institutions with Armenia within the framework of their respective mandates across all three OSCE dimensions. In September 2017, the Government of Republic of Armenia (RA) and the OSCE agreed on the establishment of the ACP, following the closure of the OSCE Office in Yerevan (OiY) on 31 August 2017.

Within the area of support to ongoing reforms in the security and justice sector, strengthening democratic control and oversight of the security sector was identified as a priority by the Armenian authorities in the framework of the ACP. Building on previous efforts of the OSCE Office in Yerevan and informed by a comprehensive needs assessment, conducted by the OSCE Secretariat and ODIHR, an extra-budgetary projects were developed in strengthening police-public partnership in RA.

To support the projects implementation, a national project assistant shall assist in coordinating projects implementation with partners and beneficiaries, including national authorities and civil society organizations.

Duration of Assignment:

This is a roster call. Duration of the assignment depends on the tasks and deliverables assigned.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

The OSCE Conflict Prevention Centre/Operations Service and the OSCE Transnational Threat Department/Strategic Police Matters Unit therefore require the services of a national consultant to cover the implementation phase of the project, with longstanding experience in working with national authorities and international organizations in the areas of security sector governance and reform and democratization processes. In order to support the project, the consultant will, under direct supervision of the Associate Project Officer/SSGR (CPC) and the Police Affairs Officer/Community Policing Adviser (TNTD/SPMU), carry out the tasks as outlined below.

Assisting the project manager and the national project coordinator in :

1. Collection of data in support to training, policy development and other activities implemented within the framework of the project;
2. Organization of events outlined in the Project through ensuring related logistical arrangements, i. a. with project partners, experts, vendors, interpreters, as well as by supporting invitation process, taking minutes, and providing budget estimates;
3. Planning and co-ordinating of the logistical aspects of project, as applicable in cooperation with the local OSCE consultants and other partners;
4. Preparing draft project revisions, if necessary, especially with regard to budget, as well as draft project progress reports for internal and external use;
5. Monitoring project implementation, primarily in relation to administration and budget and that project outputs are delivered accordingly and on time;
6. Ensuring visibility of project results and of the project partners, in line with OSCE guidelines;
7. Preparing draft official communication (in both English and Armenian) needed to advance the project and follow up on project activities;
8. Assistance with limited-scale translation and consecutive interpretation during meetings if necessary; note taking;
9. Performing other duties as assigned.

Deliverables:

For more detailed information on the structure and work of the Secretariat, please see:http://www.osce.org/secretariat

Necessary Qualifications:

• First-level university degree education supplemented by relevant training in administration, project management, or other relevant field;
• Minimum three years of relevant experience, including one at the international level;
• Knowledge of key issues related to Community Policing and Police Reform;
• Proven work experience in supporting project administration and logistics, including drafting financial and narrative project monitoring and evaluation reports, particularly in an international setting;
• Availability at short notice, flexibility and ability to work under tight deadlines;
• Adherence to high standards of professional integrity;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of diverse national and cultural backgrounds, while remaining impartial and objective;
• Professional fluency in the English and Armenian langauges with excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Demonstrated gender awareness and sensitivity, and an ability to integrate a gender perspective into tasks and activities;
• Ability and willingness to work as a member of team, with people of different cultural, and religious backgrounds, different gender, and diverse political views, while maintaining impartiality and objectivity;
• Computer literate with practical experience using Microsoft applications.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Previous experience with the OSCE would be particularly valuable;
• Familiarity with the key concepts of the security sector governance

Remuneration Package:

Remuneration will be based on the selected consultant's/expert's qualifications, experience, the tasks and deliverables for this position and in accordance with the OSCE established rates.

If you wish to apply for this position, please use the OSCE's online application link found under https://vacancies.osce.org/.

The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise/re-post the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment 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.

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

Additional Information

• Issued by: OSCE Secretariat
• Requisition ID: OPE00000R
• Contract Type: Special Service Agreement (SSA) / Consultant
• Grade: No grade
• Job Level: Professional
• Job Type: Consultant
• Number of posts: Roster Call
• Location: OSCE
• Issue Date: Oct 4, 2022
• Closing Date: Oct 16, 2022
• Employee Status: Short-Term
• Schedule: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's Degree (First-level university degree or equivalent)
• Job Field: Administration & Support
• Job Field: Administration & Support
• Target Start Date: As soon as possible