United Nations Secretariat Special Assistant Political Affairs Jobs 2022 – Ethiopia NGO Jobs. United Nations Secretariat Ethiopia looking for “Special Assistant Political Affairs”. Applicants with a degree in University Degree may apply on or before 26th July 2022.
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United Nations Secretariat Special Assistant Political Affairs Jobs 2022
The United Nations Secretariat has published a job vacancy announcement on 28th June 2022 for qualified Ethiopians to fill in the vacant post of Special Assistant Political Affairs to be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
| Recruiter | United Nations Secretariat |
| Position | Special Assistant Political Affairs |
| Location | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia |
| Country | Ethiopia |
| Total Vacant Post | N/A |
| Qualification | University Degree |
| Experience Required | Minimum Five years |
| Application Deadline | 26th July 2022 |
United Nations Secretariat Job Vacancy 2022
Job Responsibilities: Within limits of delegated authority, the Special Assistant will be responsible for performing the following duties:
- Coordination and Facilitation – Provide substantive and practical support to the SESG in implementing the Mission’s mandate; Keep the SESG informed on all matters requiring his/her personal attention, assist in formulating options as to how those matters might be handled, and ensure appropriate follow-up, as directed; Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with mission components, counterparts at the African Union, the Inter-Governmental Authority on Development and relevant sub-regional organizations, the broader UN family, donors and other national and international partners on coordination and policy matters; Organize and manage the SESG meetings, travels and Mission events, prepare written summaries and conduct follow-up activities, as appropriate; Coordinate/draft correspondence for the SESG’s signature.
- Political Analysis, Advice and Reporting – Identify, analyze, and monitor political developments and emerging issues with respect to the implementation of the SESG’s mandate; Coordinate/draft background notes, speeches and talking points, as well as summary and analytical reports including, but not limited to, situation reports, briefing notes, notes to file, code cables and input for the reports of the Secretary-General to the Security Council.
- Management – Assist in formulating and managing the implementation of the Office’s programme of work. Perform other relevant duties as requested by the SESG.
Position in Organization:
- Posting Title: SPECIAL ASSISTANT, POLITICAL AFFAIRS, P3
- Job Code Title: SPECIAL ASSISTANT, POLITICAL AFFAIRS
- Department/Office: Office of the Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa
- Duty Station: ADDIS ABABA
- Posting Period: 27 June 2022 – 26 July 2022
- Job Opening Number: 22-Political Affairs-OSE HOA-184859-R-Addis Ababa (M)
- Staffing Exercise: N/A
Qualification:
- Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in political science, international relations, social science, economics, law, public administration, or a related field. A first university degree with a combination of two years professional and academic qualifications may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree or equivalent.
Experience:
- A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in political affairs, diplomacy, conflict resolution, or related field. Experience in political outreach, facilitation, analysis, advice and reporting is required
- Experience in the following areas; working in a United Nations common system field operation (inclusive of peacekeeping, political missions and UN agencies, funds, and programmes) -or similar international organization or non-governmental organization; working in a conflict or post-conflict setting required
- Previous experience working in the office of a senior public official and/or as a Special Assistant (or similar) to a senior public official is desirable.
- working/liaising with the African Union and/or sub-regional organizations; knowledge of and/or experience of working in the region desirable.
How to Apply United Nations Secretariat Special Assistant Political Affairs Jobs 2022
Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.
Then to apply, go to https://careers.un.org/lbw/jobdetail.aspx?id=184859
The Closing Date: 26th July 2022.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
| Particulars | Details Link |
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| Official Website | www.un.org |
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