UN Senior Political Affairs Officer Jobs in Addis Ababa Ethiopia

This post is located in the Office of the Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa.

The Senior Political Affairs Officer works under the direct supervision of the Principal Political Affairs Officer.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Senior Political Affairs Officer will be responsible for the following duties;

•Formulates political affairs strategies; develops a vision or direction for work; proposes policy directives and plan of action for immediate and long-range solutions to political problems in general and in specific geographical areas; identifies emerging issues pertaining to the mandates of the unit; analyses implications and makes recommendations on possible strategies and measures.

•Plans and implements the operational activities related to the work of the division/department, i.e., peacekeeping, disarmament, demobilization and reintegration, conflict prevention and resolution, post-conflict rehabilitation, election administration, political and governance institution-building, civil society support work, etc.; incorporates an integrated approach that includes a rights-based dimension, conflict prevention sensitivity, and a gender perspective into the policy, planning and operational activities of the unit.

•Plans, coordinates and manages programmes, projects and activities requiring interdepartmental and/or interagency involvement and participation.

•Prepares briefing notes and talking points for the Special Envoy for Horn of Africa and other senior UN official.

•Maintain up to date knowledge of events relating to political issues in general, and in particular as they affect the Horn of Africa and provides inputs and advise to senior officials and colleagues relates to UN engagement with the AU and IGAD.

•Monitors national and regional level political developments and provides advice to the Office of the Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa.

•Supports the strengthening of the strategic partnership between the United Nations and IGAD on their work in the Horn of Africa.

•Coordinate the implementation of the UN Comprehensive Strategy on the Horn of Africa.

•Leads and directs a work team; plans and allocates work assignments; coaches, mentors, and evaluates staff; participates in recruitment and selection of new staff and in the development of training programs.

•Acts as coordinator for complex coordination and support missions.

•Manages, coordinates, organizes and supervises research on a variety of political issues in a region and or country

or major conflict.

•Represents division/office/mission at round tables, seminars and conferences.

•Responds to/prepares responses to comments, statements, queries of parties and manages operations involving several components, including civilian, military and humanitarian operations.

•Formulates the programme of work, budget and medium-term plan of the unit and participates in the overall approval of the programme of work, and administrative matters concerning the Section/Division or mission; coordinates and oversees work of colleagues and unit.

•Develops and maintains relations with senior government officials and advises them on issues and policies of mutual concern.

•Performs other related duties as required.

Competencies

Professionalism

Ability to apply economic theories and concepts in different sectors of economic and sustainable development.

Ability to conduct independent research on economic topics, determine suitability, validity and accuracy of data provided by different sources.

Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter.

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 & 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. #

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) degree in political science, international relations, international economics, law, public administration, or related field.

A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in political science, international relations, law, disarmament, security, development management, conflict resolution or related area is required.

A minimum of two years’ experience on Africa and work experience in the Horn of Africa is required.

Working on policy and strategic papers and experience in conflict prevention is desirable.

Languages

Fluency in English and working knowledge of French is required.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; UN Senior Political Affairs Officer Jobs in Addis Ababa Ethiopia

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