OSCE First Deputy Director

ODIHR, the Warsaw-based OSCE institution focusing on the “human dimension” of security from Vancouver to Vladivostok, is looking for a candidate qualified to manage the programmatic operations of ODIHR, overseeing the preparation, coordination and implementation of the activities of the Election, Democratization, Human Rights, Tolerance and Non-Discrimination Programmes and of the Contact Point for Roma and Sinti Issues, as well as formulation of the ODIHR public message.

Required qualifications:

Advanced university degree in a related field. Over 12 years of progressively responsible experience in government or international organization. Senior management experience. Knowledge of international security, co-operation, human dimension and election issues. Excellent knowledge of English with good drafting skills. Knowledge of Russian and/or another official OSCE language would be an asset.

Tax-free salary, excellent benefits and the opportunity of working in a unique multinational, multicultural environment. Please consult the full vacancy notice for the position on our website: http://www.osce.org/employment for more related information. To apply for this position, please use the OSCE’s online application link and refer to vacancy number VNODIP00396.

Closing date: 24 February 2013.

The OSCE is a major regional security organization active in early warning, conflict prevention, crisis management and post-conflict rehabilitation. ODIHR is active in election observation, democratic development, human rights, tolerance, and rule of law.