VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
(INTERNAL/EXTERNAL)

The International Institute for the Unification of Private Law (UNIDROIT), a Rome-based independent intergovernmental Organisation that works to modernise and harmonise private law, and in particular commercial law, invites applications for the position of

DEPUTY SECRETARY-GENERAL


The ideal candidate is an outstanding lawyer who, in addition to a distinguished career in his/her field (governmental, academic, intergovernmental or other), has a solid knowledge of comparative private law, commercial and private international law and experience in international negotiations or domestic law reform projects.
A national of a member State of UNIDROIT, he (or she) is a good communicator with excellent interpersonal relations skills, judgment and discretion who brings strong organisational, planning, analytical and drafting skills to support the Secretary-General in representing UNIDROIT and managing a small team of professionals and technical support staff. Other essential qualifications include sensitivity to a multicultural environment; ability to work under pressure; knowledge and experience in strategic planning, management and promotion; as well as proficiency in using computer systems and standard office software.

Duration of the appointment: initially two years, renewable for five year periods.

Salary: Competitive salary at the higher band of the scales of the Co-ordinated Organisations, depending on the qualifications of the successful candidate.

Language requirements: English and French fluent; other languages (e.g. Arabic, Chinese, Italian, Spanish) are an asset.

Entry on duty: second quarter or, at the latest, in September 2012.

Applications should be addressed to the Secretary-General of UNIDROIT (Via Panisperna, 28 – 00184 Rome – Fax: +39 066962152 – e-mail: jobs@unidroit.org) including CV and a letter setting forth the candidate’s vision of his (her) role, no later than 12 March 2012.

For more information, visit www.unidroit.org.

Please note that only the candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.