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Job Opening
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POLITICAL AFFAIRS OFFICER, P3
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Job Code Title: |
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POLITICAL AFFAIRS OFFICER
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Department of Political Affairs
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NEW YORK
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Posting Period: |
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14 April 2014-12 June 2014
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Job Opening number: |
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14-POL-DPA-34329-R-NEW YORK (R)
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N/A
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United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
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Org. Setting and Reporting
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This post is located in the Iraq Team/Middle East and West Asia Division (MEWAD) of the Department of Political Affairs (DPA). The incumbent reports to the Iraq Team Leader/Senior Political Affairs Officer. For more information on the activities of MEWAD please go to http://www.un.org/wcm/content/site/undpa/main/activities_by_region/middle_east
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Responsibilities
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Within delegated authority, the Political Affairs Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
• Supports the activities of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) including through the provision of technical and substantive backup in the implementation of the UNAMI mandate.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of political developments, in particular as they affect Iraq and its neighbours, and provides advice to UNAMI/UN agencies active on the ground.
• Gathers, selects and analyses information contained in communications and publications received from UNAMI and other sources.
• Drafts reports, meeting notes, code cables, briefing notes, talking points for senior UN officials, internal memoranda, and other communications on issues under his/her purview.
• Attends Security Council, General Assembly, negotiating bodies, conferences, and meetings on Iraq and the region as required.
• Maintains contacts with and monitors actions taken by other UN organizations, other international organizations, governments and non-governmental organizations on substantive, coordination and policy matters.
• Serves as focal point for the integrated task force on Iraq.
• Participates in fact-finding and other missions to Iraq as required.
• Performs other related duties as required.
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Competencies
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PROFESSIONALISM: Demonstrated knowledge of analytical and research skills in matters related to international affairs especially regarding Iraq and/or the Middle East region; demonstrated political knowledge of and challenges in Iraq and the region; shows pride in work and in achievements; speaks and writes clearly and effectively; ability to communicate complex political issues and present options for decision making; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
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Education
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Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in political science, international relations, international economics, law, public administration or other related. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
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Work Experience
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A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in political science, international relations, law, disarmament, security, development management, conflict resolution or related area is required. Experience in backstopping field (special political or peacekeeping) missions or field experience in a special political or peacekeeping mission is desirable.
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Languages
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English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Arabic is desirable.
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Assessment
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Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
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Special Notice
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This position is funded for one year. Any further extension of the appointment is subject to the extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.
Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.
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United Nations Considerations
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The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
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No Fee
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THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
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