Adviser on Gender Issues

Job Posting Organization:
The Organization for security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) is an intergovernmental organization founded in 1975, with a mission to promote peace, stability, and democracy in Europe. The OSCE operates in 57 participating States across Europe, North America, and Central Asia. The organization employs a diverse workforce of approximately 3,500 staff members, working in various capacities to address security-related concerns, including arms control, human rights, and economic and environmental activities. The OSCE Secretariat, located in Vienna, plays a crucial role in supporting the Chairpersonship and providing operational and administrative support to field operations and other institutions. The OSCE's comprehensive approach to security encompasses politico-military, economic, environmental, and human aspects, ensuring that all participating States enjoy equal status and that decisions are made by consensus.

Job Overview:
The Adviser on Gender Issues position is a seconded role that corresponds to a P3-level position within the UN common system. The selected candidate will be responsible for providing programmatic expertise in mainstreaming gender across OSCE programs, projects, and activities, particularly those related to economic and environmental security. The role requires collaboration with various departments within the OSCE Secretariat, Institutions, and field operations to ensure a consistent approach to integrating gender perspectives in their work. The successful candidate will also draft reports, proposals, and briefings related to gender equality, advise on project design and implementation, and represent the Senior Adviser on Gender Issues in meetings and conferences. This position is critical for advancing the OSCE's commitments to gender equality and ensuring that gender considerations are integrated into all aspects of the organization's work.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The selected candidate will perform a variety of duties, including:

• Providing knowledge and expertise to OSCE departments and field operations on integrating gender perspectives into their programs and projects, particularly in economic and environmental affairs.
• Offering technical expertise on gender mainstreaming issues to senior management and liaising with the Office of the Co-ordinator of OSCE Economic and Environmental Activities.
• Drafting briefings, proposals, and reports, including contributions to the OSCE Annual Progress Report on gender equality.
• Preparing talking points and speeches for senior management, focusing on gender in economic and environmental issues.
• Advising on project design and implementation to promote gender perspectives in comprehensive security.
• Monitoring the implementation of projects in line with OSCE standards and the 2004 Action Plan for the Promotion of Gender Equality.
• Performing other related duties as assigned by the Senior Adviser on Gender Issues.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a second-level university degree in gender studies, international relations, political sciences, economics, environmental sciences, or a related field. Alternatively, a first-level university degree combined with two additional years of relevant experience will be accepted. A minimum of five years of professional experience in gender issues, human rights, or economic and environmental issues is required, with seven years of experience necessary if only a first-level degree is held. Candidates should have solid experience in program management within bi- or multi-lateral development organizations, including field operations, and a strong understanding of international texts and conventions related to gender equality, particularly the Women, Peace and Security Agenda.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a second-level university degree in relevant fields such as gender studies, international relations, political sciences, economics, or environmental sciences. In cases where candidates hold a first-level university degree, they must also have two additional years of relevant experience to qualify for the role. This educational foundation is essential for understanding the complexities of gender issues and their integration into OSCE's comprehensive security framework.

Experience:
Candidates are expected to have a minimum of five years of professional experience in gender issues, human rights, or economic and environmental matters. If the candidate holds only a first-level university degree, they must have at least seven years of relevant experience. This experience should include program management in bi- or multi-lateral development organizations, demonstrating the ability to navigate complex international environments and effectively implement gender mainstreaming initiatives.

Languages:
Professional fluency in English is mandatory, with excellent communication skills in both oral and written forms. Knowledge of other OSCE working languages, particularly Russian, is considered an asset. Candidates should demonstrate a strong ability to draft documents and communicate effectively across diverse cultural and political contexts, integrating gender perspectives into their work.

Additional Notes:
This position is a fixed-term secondment role, with a maximum service period of 10 years. The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds. The role is full-time, and candidates must be nominated by their respective participating States to apply. The OSCE does not require any payment during the application process and appointments are subject to medical clearance. Interested candidates should apply well in advance of the deadline to ensure timely processing of their applications.