SPECIAL ASSISTANT, POLITICAL AFFAIRS, P3

Overview

This role supports the Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) in implementing the mission's mandate by analyzing political developments and providing advice.

Key Responsibilities

• Identifies, analyzes, and monitors political developments and emerging issues.
• Assesses implications and makes recommendations on policies and strategies.
• Coordinates and drafts summary and analytical reports, including situation reports, talking points, and briefing notes.
• Provides briefings to mission leadership, components, and visitors.
• Performs other relevant duties as requested by the SRSG.
• Provides substantive and practical support to the SRSG.
• Keeps the SRSG informed and ensures follow-up on matters requiring attention.
• Supports the organization of meetings and events, prepares summaries, and conducts follow-up activities.
• Serves as a focal point in relevant cross-component working groups.
• Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with mission components, authorities, UN family, donors, and partners.

Required Experience

A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in political affairs, diplomacy, conflict resolution, or related field is required. Extensive experience in political outreach, facilitation, analysis, advice and reporting is required. Experience working in or in support of a field operation of the United Nations Common System or a comparable international organization or non-governmental organization is desirable. Previous experience working in the office of a senior public official and/or as a Special Assistant (or similar) to a senior public official is desirable.

Qualifications

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in political science, international relations, social science, economics, law, public administration, or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

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