Political Affairs Officer

Job Posting Organization:
The position is located within the United Nations, specifically in the Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs (DPPA). The DPPA was established to support the UN's efforts in maintaining international peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, promoting political solutions to conflicts, and fostering sustainable development. The organization operates globally, with a mission to prevent conflict, support peace processes, and strengthen the role of the UN in peacebuilding. The UN employs thousands of individuals across various countries, working collaboratively to address complex global challenges.

Job Overview:
The Political Affairs Officer will play a crucial role in the Special Political Mission, focusing on the Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team. This position involves gathering, selecting, and analyzing information from diverse sources, including media, to maintain an up-to-date understanding of political and terrorism-related issues. The officer will monitor developments that may threaten international peace and security, provide technical support for Security Council mandates, and maintain contacts with various UN sectors and international organizations. The role requires participation in missions to countries within the assigned area, preparing for meetings, and providing secretariat services to the Security Council and its subsidiary bodies. The incumbent will also be responsible for summarizing information and preparing documentation for the Security Council, demonstrating professionalism and a commitment to gender perspectives in all areas of work.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Political Affairs Officer will be responsible for a wide range of duties, including:

• Gathering and analyzing information from various communications and publications.
• Keeping abreast of political developments related to terrorism and security issues.
• Monitoring national and regional political developments that could threaten international peace.
• Providing technical and substantive support for the implementation of Security Council mandates.
• Maintaining contacts with UN sectors, international organizations, and member states.
• Monitoring actions taken by intergovernmental groups and NGOs.
• Classifying and storing information in computerized databases.
• Participating in Security Council missions and coordinating logistics for trips.
• Preparing background information and notes for meetings. 1
• Providing secretariat services for the Security Council and its subsidiary bodies. 1
• Performing other related duties as required.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a strong understanding of the policies and procedures of the Security Council, with the ability to organize and summarize information effectively. They should demonstrate skills in identifying and analyzing political, ethnic, and social factors contributing to civil unrest. The ideal candidate will show professionalism, efficiency, and a commitment to gender equality in their work. They should also be able to develop clear goals, prioritize tasks, and work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational objectives.

Educational Background:
An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in political science, international relations, law, public administration, or a related field is required. Alternatively, a first-level university degree combined with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.

Experience:
A minimum of five years of experience in political science, international relations, law, disarmament, security, development management, conflict resolution, or a related area is required. Desirable experience includes providing substantive support for UN Security Council mandates, working on sanctions-related matters, and drafting formal communications and reports for intergovernmental bodies. Experience in peace and security issues, particularly regarding terrorism-related matters, is also desirable.

Languages:
English is the required working language for this position, with a minimum proficiency of UN Level II in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Knowledge of Arabic or French is desirable, with a minimum proficiency of UN Level I in these languages.

Additional Notes:
This position is temporarily available effective immediately through 9 August 202

• If the selected candidate is a current UN staff member, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment. The position may be limited to candidates based at the duty station, and the successful applicant will gain new work experience without affecting future incumbency. The UN is committed to achieving gender balance and encourages female candidates to apply. The organization does not charge any fees during the recruitment process and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.