Organizational Effectiveness Experts Roster Call

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 established in 197

• It operates in 57 participating states across Europe, Central Asia, and North America. The OSCE's mission is to promote peace, stability, and democracy through various means, including conflict prevention, crisis management, and post-conflict rehabilitation. The organization employs thousands of staff members and engages with numerous stakeholders, including governments, civil society, and international organizations, to address security challenges and foster cooperation among its member states.

Job Overview:
The OSCE is seeking to establish a roster of qualified experts who can provide analytical and advisory services on an as-needed basis. These experts will be contracted to assist with targeted reviews aimed at enhancing organizational effectiveness, ensuring optimal resource utilization, and improving the delivery of mandates. The assignments may involve in-person or remote work, depending on the needs of the OSCE's executive structures, including the Secretariat and various missions. The roster is designed to support practical assignments that require external expertise to evaluate functions, staffing, and work arrangements, identify efficiencies, and propose actionable options for improved service delivery. Each assignment will have specific objectives and outputs tailored to the operational context and business needs of the requesting department.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant may be tasked with a variety of responsibilities, including conducting functional reviews, mapping mandates, and assessing roles and responsibilities within the organization. They will review the alignment of operational requirements with staffing and resources, identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks, and develop organizational design and operating model options. The consultant will also facilitate stakeholder consultations, prepare analytical reports, and provide advisory support during implementation phases. Specific tasks may include developing responsibility matrices, reviewing job descriptions, and creating process maps or standard operating procedures. The consultant will be expected to deliver high-quality outputs within tight timelines and manage competing priorities effectively.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in fields such as public administration, business administration, organizational development, or international relations. A first-level university degree combined with relevant experience may be accepted. Additionally, candidates should have a minimum of seven years of progressively responsible professional experience in relevant areas, proven experience in producing analytical reports, and familiarity with international organizations or public sector institutions. Strong analytical, drafting, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently and maintain professionalism in sensitive environments.

Educational Background:
The position requires an advanced university degree, specifically a Master's degree or equivalent, in relevant fields such as public administration, business administration, organizational development, human resources management, management, economics, or international relations. A first-level university degree may be accepted if accompanied by additional relevant experience, demonstrating the candidate's capability to fulfill the role effectively.

Experience:
Candidates should have at least seven years of progressively responsible professional experience directly related to the areas of expertise outlined in the job description. This experience should include working with international organizations, public sector institutions, or in complex multi-stakeholder environments. Proven experience in producing analytical reports and making practical recommendations for senior stakeholders is also required, showcasing the candidate's ability to navigate and contribute to high-level discussions and decision-making processes.

Languages:
Excellent written and spoken English is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of other OSCE working languages or a lingua franca relevant to the mission area is considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's ability to communicate effectively within diverse contexts and with various stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
The consultancy positions are offered under a Special Service Agreement (SSA) and are classified as short-term engagements. The duration of assignments will vary based on the complexity and scope of the work required. Successful candidates will be placed on the consultancy roster for future assignments, although placement does not guarantee employment. The OSCE emphasizes diversity and inclusion in its workforce and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. The organization adheres to high ethical standards and does not request payment at any stage of the application process.