Political Affairs Officer P3

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Political Affairs Officer, P3
The candidate will liaise with peacekeeping colleagues in the Departments of Peace Operations, Political Affairs and Operational Support and with external partners to ensure the smooth processing of OROLSI initiatives; Coordinate and assist with the implementation of partnership activities among UN partners and OROLSI Divisions/Sections; Coordinate and edit inputs from the OROLSI Divisions/Sections for the Assistant Secretary-General’s approval or review; Plan and coordinate the Assistant Secretary-General’s travel and follow-up; Draft correspondence and prepare briefing packages and talking points for the Assistant Secretary-General’s meetings and travel; Monitor incoming correspondence, bring urgent matters to the attention of the Special Assistant, formulate replies and ensure appropriate follow-up as directed; Manage staff selection processes; Coordinate staff appraisal process for the Assistant Secretary-General and assist OROLSI Divisions/Sections in these matters; Monitor and distribute relevant documentation of UN bodies to OROLSI colleagues; Ensure that OROLSI Divisions/Sections are appropriately engaged in each Integrated Office Team; Coordinate input to Talking Points for the Under-Secretary-General and Secretary-General; Provide back-up for the Policy and Planning Officer within the Office of the Assistant Secretary-General; Supervise interns where appropriate. Must have Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent), preferably in political science, international relations, law, human rights, public administration or related fields. A first level university degree, together with 2 additional years of qualifying experience, may be accepted in lieu of an advance degree. Should have 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in international affairs, law, disarmament, security, development management, conflict resolution or related area, including 2+ years of experience related to peacekeeping or political affairs within the UN system or another international organization. Experience working in the Front Office of a Senior Official is desirable. English and French are the working languages of the **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Secretariat. For the position(s) advertised, fluency in English is required; Fluency in French is desirable.

Deadline: 05 November 2020.

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