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Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, United Nations

Political Affairs Officer (Temporary Job Opening)

LocationNEW YORK
SetupOn-site
LevelMid
Posted1w ago
Policy & Advocacy

Quick answer

The United Nations is hiring a Political Affairs Officer (Temporary Job Opening) in NEW YORK to monitor political issues and trends, provide advice to the USG, and support budget proposal preparation. Requires an advanced university degree and at least seven years of relevant experience.

Role
Political Affairs Officer (Temporary Job Opening)
Organization
Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, United Nations
Location
NEW YORK
Work setup
On-site
Level
Mid
Category
Policy & Advocacy

The role

The Political Affairs Officer will be responsible for monitoring political issues and trends, providing advice to the USG, and supporting the preparation of budget proposals and related materials.

What you'll do

  • Reviews and monitors activities in thematic and policy areas assigned
  • Analyzes political and related events within the assigned area(s)
  • Provides up-to-date information to the USG regarding substantive political matters
  • Supports the USG and the Chief of Office in the preparation, coordination, review and presentation of budget proposals and related materials
  • Liaises and coordinates closely with the relevant divisions in DPPA and DPPA-DPO

What it takes

  • Advanced university degree in political science, international relations, international economics, law, public administration or related
  • At least seven years of progressively responsible experience in political science, international relations, law, disarmament, security, development management, conflict resolution or related area
  • Experience monitoring political issues and trends and making recommendations related to conflict prevention, mediation and conflict resolution
  • Experience in drafting or editing official documents
  • Experience working on policy and/or thematic issues relevant to the mandates of the Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs

What you'll bring

Ability to complete in-depth studies and reach conclusions on possible causes and solutions to political problemsAbility to relate to various issues and perspectives to politicalsocialeconomic and humanitarian programmesExperience in drafting or editing official documentsExperience in coordinating inter-departmental or inter-agency processes and/or fora

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in NEW YORK.

What is the compensation?

Compensation is not specified.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include an advanced university degree, at least seven years of relevant experience, and experience in monitoring political issues and trends.

How do I apply?

Applications can be submitted through the online recruitment platform, inspira.

Is the job remote?

The job is in-office.

How to apply

Apply directly on Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, United Nations's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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