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OSCE MISSION IN KOSOVO, LEGAL OFFICER, LEGISLATIVE REVIEW SECTION

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Deadline: 28-03-2013 Location: Prishtina Back

 

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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