OSCE Presence in Albania
05.10.2009, 10:43
Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
Presence in Albania
Sheraton Tirana Hotel and Towers, 1st Floor
Sheshi “Italia” Tirana, Albania
A vacancy has arisen in the Headquarters of the OSCE Presence in Albania for a Senior Public Affairs Assistant (G6) in the Political and Public Affairs Unit.
Duties and Responsibilities
The incumbent will be under the direct supervision of the National Public Affairs Officer and the overall supervision of the Chief Political, Public Affairs and Reporting Officer within the Political, Public Affairs Unit and will perform the following duties:
1. Draft all written media communications and to assist on their content and placement;
2. Organize press conferences and media events;
3. Maintain contacts with all media actors and handles requests for interviews;
4. Maintain and update the Presence’s website;
5. Assist in drafting all other written documents produced by the Unit;
6. Liaise with other International Organizations and with neighbouring OSCE Field Missions;
7. Performs other duties as required.
Qualifications and Skills
Education:
Secondary Education supplemented by specific education in journalism or any other related field.
Experience:
§ Minimum 6 years progressively responsible experience in working with the media, in public relations or in any another related fields;
§ Established experience in liaising with media agencies and institutions;
§ Proven advanced reporting skills, including a demonstrated ability to draft news-related documents and other documents as required;
§ Strong knowledge of Albanian public affairs;
§ Familiarity with the OSCE principles and activities;
§ Ability to operate Microsoft Office applications, including word processing and e-mail;
§ Advanced interpersonal skills;
§ Demonstrable record of impartiality in public life.
Languages:
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Albanian.
Other:
Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team and 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 868.25 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 VNALBG00169 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 15 October 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” Tirana, Albania
A vacancy has arisen in the Headquarters of the OSCE Presence in Albania for a Senior Public Affairs Assistant (G6) in the Political and Public Affairs Unit.
Duties and Responsibilities
The incumbent will be under the direct supervision of the National Public Affairs Officer and the overall supervision of the Chief Political, Public Affairs and Reporting Officer within the Political, Public Affairs Unit and will perform the following duties:
1. Draft all written media communications and to assist on their content and placement;
2. Organize press conferences and media events;
3. Maintain contacts with all media actors and handles requests for interviews;
4. Maintain and update the Presence’s website;
5. Assist in drafting all other written documents produced by the Unit;
6. Liaise with other International Organizations and with neighbouring OSCE Field Missions;
7. Performs other duties as required.
Qualifications and Skills
Education:
Secondary Education supplemented by specific education in journalism or any other related field.
Experience:
§ Minimum 6 years progressively responsible experience in working with the media, in public relations or in any another related fields;
§ Established experience in liaising with media agencies and institutions;
§ Proven advanced reporting skills, including a demonstrated ability to draft news-related documents and other documents as required;
§ Strong knowledge of Albanian public affairs;
§ Familiarity with the OSCE principles and activities;
§ Ability to operate Microsoft Office applications, including word processing and e-mail;
§ Advanced interpersonal skills;
§ Demonstrable record of impartiality in public life.
Languages:
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Albanian.
Other:
Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team and 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 868.25 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 VNALBG00169 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 15 October 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.