Head of Justice and Security

Job Posting Organization:
The Organization for security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) is a regional security organization founded in 197

• It is the world's largest security-oriented intergovernmental organization, with 57 participating states from Europe, Central Asia, and North America. The OSCE's mission is to promote peace, democracy, and stability through various means, including conflict prevention, crisis management, and post-conflict rehabilitation. The organization operates in multiple countries and has a diverse workforce dedicated to addressing security challenges and fostering cooperation among nations.

Job Overview:
The Head of Justice and Security will play a crucial role in leading the Justice and Security Department within the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina. This position involves developing strategies and annual work plans that align with the mission's mandate and the expectations of participating states. The successful candidate will oversee three programmatic sections: Anti-Corruption, Rule of Law, and Security Cooperation, ensuring that all program elements are coherent and aligned with clearly defined objectives. The role requires a strong understanding of the political landscape in Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as the ability to maintain effective coordination between the Mission's Field Offices and Head Office. The candidate will also be responsible for budgetary oversight, monitoring program implementation, and maintaining relationships with international and domestic authorities to facilitate program implementation.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be responsible for heading the Justice and Security Department, which includes developing strategies and annual work plans in consultation with the Head of Mission (HoM). They will provide overall supervision of the three programmatic sections, ensuring that specialist expertise informs program planning and implementation. The candidate will visit field offices to establish effective coordination mechanisms and carry out budgetary oversight for the Department's activities. They will monitor program implementation, assess progress, identify gaps, and support timely corrective actions. Additionally, the candidate will maintain regular contacts with authorities to ensure effective programmatic coordination and represent the Mission at technical meetings and public forums.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a second-level university degree in international studies, public policy, political science, law, or related fields. A second-level degree in management is considered an asset. A first-level university degree combined with two years of additional qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the second-level degree. Furthermore, candidates should have a minimum of 10 years of relevant, diversified, and progressively responsible professional experience, including at least 5 years at the management level relevant to the position.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Master's degree (second-level university degree) in a relevant field such as international studies, public policy, political science, or law. A second-level degree in management is advantageous. Candidates with a first-level university degree may be considered if they have additional qualifying experience that meets the requirements.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, with 12 years required if the candidate holds a first-level university degree. This experience should include progressively responsible professional roles, with at least 5 years in management positions relevant to the Justice and Security sector. Candidates should have extensive experience in international relations, security policy, and reform, preferably within international organizations or multinational settings, particularly in post-conflict or transitional environments.

Languages:
Professional fluency in English is mandatory, with excellent oral and written communication skills. A working knowledge of the official languages of Bosnia and Herzegovina is desirable. Candidates should also demonstrate cultural sensitivity and the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Additional Notes:
This position is classified as a senior management role and is subject to international secondment. The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds. The maximum period of service in this post or in the same Mission is seven years. Candidates must be aware that OSCE officials are expected to conduct themselves in a manner befitting their status as international civil servants, maintaining integrity and impartiality. The OSCE does not request payment at any stage of the application process, and appointments are subject to medical clearance. The position is full-time, and the target start date is as soon as possible.