特别公告

•Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers In accordance with established rules and procedures.
•An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential.
•Staff members of the United Nations Secretariat must fulfill the lateral move requirements to be eligible to apply for this vacancy. Staff members are requested to indicate all qualifying lateral moves in their Personal History Profile (PHP) and cover note.
•The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

设置和报告

This post is found in Security Council Secretariat Branch (SCSB) of the Security Council Affairs Division (SCAD) in the Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs (DPPA) at Headquarters in
New York. The incumbent reports to the Chief of the Branch.

工作内容

Under the supervision of the Chief of the Security Council Secretariat Branch of the Security
Council Affairs Division, the Senior Political Affairs Officer will be responsible for the
following duties:
•Formulates political affairs strategies to enhance support to the Security Council; proposes
policy directives and plan of action for immediate and long range solutions to political
problems related to the Security Council.
•Plans and implements the operational activities related to the work of the Security Council,
advises on policy questions before the Security Council, incorporates an integrated approach
that includes a rights-based dimension, conflict prevention sensitivity, and a gender
perspective into the policy, planning and operational activities of the Security Council
Secretariat branch.
•Plans, coordinates and manages the monthly programmes of work of the Security Council,
projects and activities requiring interdepartmental and/or interagency involvement and
participation.
•Supervises the preparation of procedural briefs for the use of the President of the Security
Council.
•Coordinates and directs the provision of substantive secretariat services -for the Security
Council and its Subsidiary bodies.
•Provides continuous guidance and advice to the President of the Security Council and Chair
of Security Council subsidiary bodies concerning the organization of work, status of
negotiations, conduct of business including interpretation of the rules of procedure.
•Leads and directs a work team; plans and allocates work assignments; coaches, mentors, and
evaluates staff; participates in recruitment and selection of new staff and in the development
of training programs.
•Acts as coordinator for complex coordination and support to the missions of the Security
Council.
•Represents the Security Council Secretariat Branch at round tables, workshops, seminars and
conferences, as appropriate.
•Responds to/prepares responses to comments, statements, queries of parties and manages
operations Security Council-related political affairs involving several components, including
substantive, procedural and logistical.
•Assist in the drafting and finalization of the monthly forecast and the programme of work of
the Security Council;
•Develops and maintains relations with senior government officials and advises them on
issues and policies related to the work of the Security Council.
•Performs other related duties as required.

工作要求

Professionalism:
Comprehensive knowledge of Security Council practices and procedures; Strong understanding of the matters under consideration by the Security Council, and ability to assess international political dynamics on issues on the Council's agenda; Proven ability to provide effective support to inter-governmental bodies and to make timely decisions and provide strategic guidance and authoritative advice under stressful conditions; highly developed political sensitivity.

Communication:
Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience; Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed; Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals.

Planning & Organizing:
Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.

Managing Performance:
Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; Makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; Accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; Monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; Regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; Encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; Actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; Appraises performance fairly.

Leadership:
Serves as a role model that other people want to follow; Empowers others to translate vision into results; Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; Drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo; Shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

专业要求

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in International Relations, Political Science, International Law or related area. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

工作经验

A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in political science, international relations, law, disarmament, security, development management, conflict resolution or related area is required.
Experience in dealing with Member States and delegations in the context of the UN system is required.
Direct experience in the provision of substantive support to the Security Council and/or its subsidiary organs is required.

语言要求

Fluency in one of the working languages of the UN Secretariat, English or French, (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of the other is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.

评估

Evaluation of qualified applicants may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview.

联合国方面的考虑

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

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