Provide strategic vision and leadership for the Transnational Threats Department, ensuring effective planning, delivery, and evaluation of its work programme and enhancing OSCE's effectiveness in addressing transnational threats.
A minimum of 12 years of progressively responsible professional experience in international affairs, security policy, law enforcement co-operation, or transnational threat management; Political sensitivity, mature judgment and strong analytical and negotiation skills; Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex programmes; Experience integrating emerging technologies, including AI and data analytics, into security policy; Familiarity with digital trends relevant to security and transnational threat management; Knowledge of OSCE structures and consensus-based processes is an asset; Strong background in working with civil society, regional organisations, and diverse stakeholders; Excellent strategic thinking, political judgement, and negotiation skills; Proven leadership and change management abilities; High proficiency in communication and cross-cultural collaboration; Demonstrated accountability, initiative, and problem-solving capability; Ability and willingness to work as a member of team, with people of different cultural, and religious backgrounds, different gender, and diverse political views, while maintaining impartiality and objectivity; Commitment to diversity, gender equality, and staff development; Demonstrated gender awareness and sensitivity, and an ability to integrate a gender perspective into tasks and activities.
Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) in political science, international relations, law, public administration, or a related field; or equivalent relevant work experience, such as being a career ambassador. A first level degree, in combination with a recognized professional certification and relevant extensive professional experience, may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.
