Political Affairs Officer

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Position Title: Political Affairs Officer
Location: Multiple locations
Country: Multiple locations
Deadline Date: April 25, 2025

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The job is posted by the United Nations, an international organization founded in 1945, with a mission to promote peace, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and cooperation among countries. The UN operates in over 190 countries and employs thousands of staff members across various departments, including the Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs (DPPA) and the Department of Peace Operations (DPO).

Job Overview:
The Political Affairs Officer position is critical within the United Nations, primarily found in the Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs (DPPA), Department of Peace Operations (DPO), and the Office for Disarmament Affairs (ODA). The role involves monitoring political activities in assigned regions, analyzing trends that may impact political situations, and providing recommendations for action. The officer will prepare analytical reports on sensitive matters for high-level UN bodies, participate in inter-agency discussions, and support conflict prevention and resolution initiatives. This position requires a proactive approach to political analysis and the ability to engage with various stakeholders, including national officials and international organizations, to foster peace and stability.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Political Affairs Officer will be responsible for a wide range of duties, including: reviewing and monitoring political activities in assigned regions; assessing trends affecting internal political situations; analyzing political events to provide early warning advice to senior leadership; preparing analytical reports and papers for the General Assembly and Security Council; participating in the organization of secretariat services for UN bodies; acting as a focal point for political issue analysis; supporting conflict prevention dialogues and negotiations; organizing inter-agency mechanisms; maintaining contacts with other UN sectors and international organizations; carrying out administrative functions related to team management and planning; drafting operational plans; collecting and analyzing data for insights; and performing other related duties as required.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in political science, international relations, law, disarmament, security, development management, or conflict resolution. They should demonstrate a strong understanding of political dynamics and possess the ability to analyze complex situations effectively. Professionalism, communication skills, teamwork, and sound judgment are essential competencies for this role.

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

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in relevant fields such as political science, international relations, law, or conflict resolution. Candidates should have a proven track record of working in complex political environments and engaging with diverse stakeholders.

Languages:
Fluency in English or French is required, as these are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset but is not mandatory for this position.

Additional Notes:
The assessment process for this position will take place from April 7 to April 25, 2025, and may include a knowledge-based test or simulation exercise. Candidates will be notified of the outcome of their application within 14 days of the conclusion of the assessment process. The United Nations maintains a roster of qualified candidates for future job openings, and successful candidates will be invited to apply for field mission vacancies. The organization emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion in its recruitment process and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.