Empleos en el PNUD - 52303- UNDPA - Political Affairs Officer

UNDPA - Political Affairs Officer

Localidad :

Gaziantep, Turquía

Tipo de contrato :

FTA Local

Fecha de comienzo del contrato :

19-Jan-2015

Fecha límite de postulación :

24-Dec-14 (Medianoche Nueva York, Estados Unidos)

Nivel de puesto :

NO-B

Duración del contrato inicial :

Idiomas requeridos :

Inglés

Duración esperada del puesto :

1 year with possible extension

El PNUD está comprometido con lograr la diversidad de su personal en términos de género, nacionalidad y cultura. Se alienta por igual a las personas que pertenecen a grupos minoritarios, a pueblos indígenas o que tienen alguna discapacidad a presentar su candidatura. Todas las solicitudes se tratarán con la mayor confidencialidad. UNDP no tolera la explotación y el abuso sexual, ningún tipo de acoso, incluido el acoso sexual, ni la discriminación. Por lo tanto, todos los candidatos seleccionados serán sometidos a una rigurosa verificación de referencias y antecedentes.

Antecedentes

United Nations Department of Poltical Affairs seeks applications for “Political Affairs Officer” position in Gaziantep.

Deadline of application: 24 December 2014 cob

Interested applicants are encouraged to review the detailed Job Description and apply through www.tr.undp.org.

Please fill the UN Personal History Form (P11) along with your CV as a single document.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

No telephone and/or e-m inquiry will be responded.

Deberes y responsabilidades

This position is located within the “Gaziantep sub-office” in UNDP Turkey. The incumbent will serve under the general supervision of the Team Leader of the Syria Team of the Middle East and West Asia Division of the Department of Political Affairs and under the direct supervision of the Political Affairs Officer (P4) in the sub-office.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The incumbent will be responsible but not limited to the following duties:

Liaise closely and establish strong contacts with the Turkish government, civil society and relevant institutions in relation to the Syrian crisis;
Organize or participate in the organization of visiting missions, meetings, conferences and seminars. Assist in the preparation of briefing materials for senior officials prior to their participation in such events;
Track, research and analyse information on assigned topics/issues. Gather information from diverse sources and help assess the potential impact on the Syrian crisis;
Provide advance notice of, and information on upcoming meetings, briefings and special events on Syria;
Work closely with colleagues in the Middle East and West Asia Division/Department of Political Affairs, the Office of the Special Envoy to Syria, and the Resident Coordinator’s Office and UN Country Team in Turkey; and
Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Competencias

Professionalism:

Strong research and analytical skills and ability to rapidly analyse and integrate diverse information from various sources;
up-to-date knowledge of current topics and issues;
proven ability in writing and editing to very tight deadlines; thorough knowledge the UN system and keen awareness of political sensitivities;
commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of the activities.

Planning and Organizing:

Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies;
identifies priorities and adjusts, as required; allocates appropriate time and resources to complete work, allowing for contingencies; and, uses time efficiently.

Teamwork:

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

Communication

Highly developed communication (spoken, presentation) skills, including the ability to produce a variety of written communications productions in a clear and concise style.
Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Habilidades y experiencia requeridas

Education:

A first-level degree in political science, international relations, international economics, law or related field is required.
An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) is desirable.

Experience:

For holders of Master’s degree a minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in political affairs, civil affairs, diplomacy, conflict resolution or related field;
Candidates with first degree (Bachelors) are required to have four years of relevant experience.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in oral and written English and Turkish is required.

Necessary Skills:

Excellent interpersonal skills;
Demonstrated ability to apply sound judgment in the context of assignments given;
Proficiency in standard computer applications (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Photoshop);
Ability to work productively under pressure and cope with meeting deadlines.