OSCE Presence in Albania
23.06.2009, 16:10
Organisation for Security and Co-operation in Europe
Presence in Albania
Sheraton Tirana Hotel and Towers, 1st Floor
Sheshi “Italia
A vacancy has arisen in the Headquarters of the OSCE Presence in Albania for a Project Assistant (G5), in the Political and Public Affairs Unit.
Duties and Responsibilities
The incumbent will be under the direct supervision of the Chief Political, Public Affairs and Reporting Officer within the Head of Presence Office and will perform the following duties:
· Assist in the reporting work of the Unit;
· Assist in drafting written media reports and communications, translating written documents as required;
· Provide administrative support to all Unit members;
· Accompany Unit staff to external meetings, providing interpretation and written summaries as required;
· Assist in organising public affairs events in co-ordination with other relevant Presence staff;
· Receive and accompany visitors as required;
· Perform any other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Skills
Education:
· Secondary school education supplemented by specialized studies in social sciences, languages, or business administration.
· A first-level university degree in political affairs, business administration, media, social sciences or another relevant subject would be strongly preferred.
Experience:
· Minimum 4 years professional experience – preferably with an international organization;
· Knowledge of politics, public affairs or media would be strongly preferred;
· Proven experience in report writing in English,
· Demonstrable translation and interpretation experience;
· Experience in office management skills, including an ability to operate all Microsoft Office applications;
· Ability to work with minimum supervision;
· Ability to handle confidential information;
· Demonstrable record of impartiality in public life;
· Ability to organize and to prioritize tasks;
· Record of showing tact and courtesy in dealing with public officials and work colleagues.
Languages:
Professional fluency in English and Albanian, both oral and written
Other:
Ability to work with people of different nationalities, religions and cultural backgrounds, whilst maintaining impartiality and objectivity
Remuneration:
According to the fixed OSCE salary scale, the monthly remuneration is approximately 769 EURO, subject to National Social Security deductions.
Application Procedure for this position:
To apply for this position, please use the OSCE's online application link or complete the application form offline (RTF), to be found under http://www.osce.org/employment/13108.html and submit it to the following addresses:
1. By e-mail: recruitment-al@osce.org (recruitment-al@osce.org)
2. By sending a hard copy to the following address:
OSCE Presence in Albania
Human Resources Office
Sheraton Tirana Hotel & Towers, 1st Floor, Sheshi “Italia”, Tirana, Albania
Telephone: +355 4 240001/4/5 – 305
THE OSCE DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE OSCE DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.
Please note that online applications are strongly recommended. Please indicate the VNALBG00159 number when applying offline. Applications that are not submitted through the OSCE Application Form will not be considered for this vacancy. All applications are due by 08.07.2009 Only duly qualified applicants will be contacted for further selection and informed about the qualifying written tests and interviews. The OSCE, as an equal opportunity organization, encourages female candidates to apply.
Presence in Albania
Sheraton Tirana Hotel and Towers, 1st Floor
Sheshi “Italia
A vacancy has arisen in the Headquarters of the OSCE Presence in Albania for a Project Assistant (G5), in the Political and Public Affairs Unit.
Duties and Responsibilities
The incumbent will be under the direct supervision of the Chief Political, Public Affairs and Reporting Officer within the Head of Presence Office and will perform the following duties:
· Assist in the reporting work of the Unit;
· Assist in drafting written media reports and communications, translating written documents as required;
· Provide administrative support to all Unit members;
· Accompany Unit staff to external meetings, providing interpretation and written summaries as required;
· Assist in organising public affairs events in co-ordination with other relevant Presence staff;
· Receive and accompany visitors as required;
· Perform any other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Skills
Education:
· Secondary school education supplemented by specialized studies in social sciences, languages, or business administration.
· A first-level university degree in political affairs, business administration, media, social sciences or another relevant subject would be strongly preferred.
Experience:
· Minimum 4 years professional experience – preferably with an international organization;
· Knowledge of politics, public affairs or media would be strongly preferred;
· Proven experience in report writing in English,
· Demonstrable translation and interpretation experience;
· Experience in office management skills, including an ability to operate all Microsoft Office applications;
· Ability to work with minimum supervision;
· Ability to handle confidential information;
· Demonstrable record of impartiality in public life;
· Ability to organize and to prioritize tasks;
· Record of showing tact and courtesy in dealing with public officials and work colleagues.
Languages:
Professional fluency in English and Albanian, both oral and written
Other:
Ability to work with people of different nationalities, religions and cultural backgrounds, whilst maintaining impartiality and objectivity
Remuneration:
According to the fixed OSCE salary scale, the monthly remuneration is approximately 769 EURO, subject to National Social Security deductions.
Application Procedure for this position:
To apply for this position, please use the OSCE's online application link or complete the application form offline (RTF), to be found under http://www.osce.org/employment/13108.html and submit it to the following addresses:
1. By e-mail: recruitment-al@osce.org (recruitment-al@osce.org)
2. By sending a hard copy to the following address:
OSCE Presence in Albania
Human Resources Office
Sheraton Tirana Hotel & Towers, 1st Floor, Sheshi “Italia”, Tirana, Albania
Telephone: +355 4 240001/4/5 – 305
THE OSCE DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE OSCE DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.
Please note that online applications are strongly recommended. Please indicate the VNALBG00159 number when applying offline. Applications that are not submitted through the OSCE Application Form will not be considered for this vacancy. All applications are due by 08.07.2009 Only duly qualified applicants will be contacted for further selection and informed about the qualifying written tests and interviews. The OSCE, as an equal opportunity organization, encourages female candidates to apply.