Legal Consultant (SSA)

Contract

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Background information

The OSCE Extra-budgetary (ExB) Support Programme for Ukraine (SPU) was launched on 01 November 2022 in order to address the immediate challenges to civilians posed by the war against Ukraine, and to support the long-term democratic and social resilience of its institutions and civil society. The OSCE has been on the ground in Ukraine, working with and for Ukrainian partners, for almost 30 years. It adds value through its strong human capital, its deep knowledge of Ukrainian needs, and its commitment over the long-term. It also brings its unique, ‘comprehensive approach’ to security, which encompasses politico-military, economic and environmental, and human security dimensions.

The SPU needs to involve a Legal Consultant to provide services as per the tasks described below.

Please note that this is a short-term consultancy assignment of approximately 144 working days duration.

The consultant will be required to work from home with the ability to visit OSCE SPU premises if necessary.

Tasks

Under the supervision of Support Programme Manager the Consultant will perform the following tasks:

1. Provide legal advice and recommend solutions on how to ensure SPU’s effective and efficient operation in Ukraine such as residency of international staff, tax related issues, vehicle registration, and setting up contractual arrangements with private companies in Ukraine; 2. Prepare initial drafts of legal documents, including contracts, project Memoranda of Understanding, Notes Verbale and correspondence on project related matters; 3. Prepare initial drafts of legal documents requested by the Ukrainian authorities in relation to project implementation; 4. Assist in co-ordinating on legal matters with Ukrainian authorities and international organizations, and other bodies or entities in Ukraine; 5. Review the changes in the national legislation which concern the SPU’s operation, including its individual projects.

Job Requirements

• University degree in law, an advanced degree would be an asset; • Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience as a practicing lawyer in the private or public sector with a national or international organization; • Established excellent analytical and legislative documents drafting skills; experience in immigration law and status of international organizations would be an asset; • Excellent knowledge of English and Ukrainian including excellent communication and drafting skills; • 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, different gender, and diverse political views, while maintaining impartiality and objectivity; • Computer literacy with practical experience using Microsoft applications.

Remuneration Package

Remuneration will be in accordance with the OSCE Support Programme for Ukraine established consultancy rates.

We strongly encourage applicants to use the online application system at https://vacancies.osce.org; the Requisition/Vacancy Number is OSC000293. The deadline for applications is 03 December 2023.

Applications received after the published deadline will not be considered. Only those candidates who are selected to participate in the subsequent stages of recruitment will be contacted. Details of the assignment and contract may be further discussed during the interviews.

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

Candidates should be aware that OSCE consultants shall conduct themselves at the highest personal and professional level at all times, while on assignment and shall not act in a manner which is likely to bring discredit to the Organization in general. 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: OSC000293
• Contract Type: Special Service Agreement (SSA) / Consultant
• Grade: No grade
• Job Type: Consultant
• Number of posts: 1
• Location: OSCE
• Issue Date: Nov 10, 2023
• Closing Date: Dec 3, 2023
• Education Level: Bachelor's Degree (First-level university degree or equivalent)