Background
The OSCE Mission in Kosovo was established by the OSCE Permanent Council on 1 July 1999. The Mission is responsible for institution- and democracy-building, and the promotion of human rights and the rule of law.
Requirements
- Excellent physical condition
- Possession of a valid automobile driving license and ability to drive using manual transmission
- Ability to cope with physical hardship and willingness to work extra hours and in an environment with limited infrastructure
- University education in law or significant work experience in criminal justice and/or law enforcement (the latter required for police
corrections officer training)
- Experience in the practice of law, e.g. judges, prosecutors, lawyers, etc.
- Knowledge of courtroom proceedings and criminal law and procedure
- Knowledge of international legal procedure standards and instruments
- Demonstrable organizational, analytical, communication and interpersonal skills
- Education: First level university degree or equivalent experience
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience including minimum 1 year in a relevant field strongly preferred
Mission Specific Requirements
Mandatory:
- An advanced degree in law, human rights or a related field
- At least two years of professional experience in law, human rights or a related field
- Demonstrated ability in drafting reports, including legal documents
- Familiarity with project development and management
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Professional fluency in the English language
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to work as a member of a team, with people of different cultural and religious backgrounds,
different gender, and diverse political views, while maintaining impartiality and objectivity
- Cultural sensitivity and judgement
- Flexibility and ability to work under pressure and within limited time frames
- Ability to operate windows applications, including word processing and e-mail
Desirable:
- Previous work experience in an international environment and/or experience in field missions, preferably in the drafting of legislation and
rule of law reports
- Good knowledge of international human rights standards and rule of law principles
- Knowledge of the regional political situation and the legal system in the mission area
Deadline: 28 March 2013
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