Programme Manager

Job Posting Organization:
The OSCE (Organization for security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Security and Co-operation in Europe) is a prominent international organization that focuses on promoting peace, stability, and democracy across its member states. Established in 1975, the OSCE has grown to encompass 57 participating states from Europe, Central Asia, and North America. The organization operates in various fields, including conflict prevention, crisis management, and post-conflict rehabilitation, with a mission to foster cooperation and dialogue among nations. The OSCE Mission to Montenegro specifically aims to support the development of democratic institutions and processes within the country, working closely with local stakeholders to enhance governance and promote human rights. The organization is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, encouraging candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Job Overview:
The Programme Manager position within the OSCE Mission to Montenegro is a critical role that involves overseeing the Democratization Programme, which is designed to support the development and functioning of democratic institutions and processes in Montenegro. This position requires a strategic approach to managing the programme, including annual planning, budgeting, monitoring, and evaluation of programme activities. The Programme Manager will lead a team of five staff members, ensuring effective performance management and fostering a cohesive working environment. The role also entails providing expert advice to senior management on programme implementation and future planning, as well as liaising with various governmental and non-governmental organizations to enhance cooperation and information sharing. The Programme Manager will be responsible for producing high-quality written outputs, including policy papers and briefing materials, and will play a key role in promoting youth inclusion, empowerment, and gender equality within the framework of the programme.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Programme Manager include:

• Managing the Democratization Programme, including strategic planning, budgeting, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Leading and managing a team of five staff members, ensuring effective performance and cohesion within the programme.
• Ensuring the production of high-quality written outputs for all programmatic documents.
• Providing timely advice and expertise to the Head of Mission (HoM), Deputy Head of Mission (DHoM), and relevant mission members regarding programme implementation and future planning.
• Liaising with governmental, non-governmental, and international organizations to gather information and ensure cooperation.
• Facilitating internal communication and coordination among different mission programmes.
• Preparing speeches, policy papers, and briefing materials as requested by senior management.
• Performing other duties as required to support the mission's objectives.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the Programme Manager position include:

• A first-level university degree in political science, social sciences, international relations, public policy, or law.
• A minimum of 6 years of relevant professional experience in public administration, international organizations, civic associations, or economic and political development.
• Demonstrable management, organizational, communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proven track record of leadership and team management.
• Cultural sensitivity and the ability to work under pressure and within limited time frames.
• Professional fluency in English, both oral and written.
• Proficiency in Windows applications, including word processing and email.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a first-level university degree in fields such as political science, social sciences, international relations, public policy, or law. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of governance and democratic processes, which are central to the role of Programme Manager.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of 6 years of relevant professional experience. This experience should ideally include work in public administration, international organizations, civic associations, or in roles related to economic and political development. International field work experience in project management, monitoring, reporting, and policy advice is particularly valuable for this position.

Languages:
Professional fluency in English is mandatory for this position, both in oral and written forms. Knowledge of the local language or the most commonly spoken lingua franca in the mission area is considered desirable, as it can enhance communication and cooperation with local stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
This position is classified as a Senior Professional role and is offered on a fixed-term basis under an international secondment contract. The OSCE Mission to Montenegro is committed to diversity 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 should be aware that OSCE appointments are subject to medical clearance, and the organization does not request payment at any stage of the application process. The target start date for this position is as soon as possible, and candidates are encouraged to apply well in advance of the deadline to ensure timely processing of their applications.