SPECIAL ASSISTANT, POLITICAL AFFAIRS
Quick answer
The United Nations Support Office in Haiti is hiring a mid-level Special Assistant, Political Affairs (P4) to support the Assistant Secretary-General with political analysis and coordination in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. The position requires an advanced degree and at least seven years of relevant experience.
- Role
- SPECIAL ASSISTANT, POLITICAL AFFAIRS
- Organization
- United Nations Support Office in Haiti (UNSOH)
- Location
- PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
The role
The Special Assistant, Political Affairs will support the Assistant Secretary-General in Haiti with coordination and facilitation of political developments, analysis, advice, and reporting.
What you'll do
- Support the ASG to identify, analyze, monitor and report on key political developments
- Organize and manage meetings and events for the ASG
- Draft outgoing correspondence and contribute to the drafting/clearing of code cables, correspondence and speeches
- Liaise with state institutions, political actors, civil society organizations, religious actors
- Contribute to drafting analytical reports including situation reports, briefing notes, options papers
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in political science, international relations, social science, communications, economics, law, public administration or a related field
- At least seven years of progressively responsible experience in political affairs, development, humanitarian, diplomacy, or related field
- Experience working in a UN peace operation, special political mission or other UN and related field operation is required
- At least one year of previous experience working in the front office as a Special Assistant (or similar) to a senior public official is required
- Previous experience on strategic communications and proven excellent writing skills is desirable
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where will I be based?
You will be based in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.
What is the compensation package like?
Compensation details are not specified in the job posting.
What qualifications do I need to apply?
You need an advanced degree and at least seven years of relevant experience. Previous experience as a Special Assistant or similar role is required.
How can I apply for this position?
Applications should be submitted through the UN recruitment platform, inspira.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Support Office in Haiti (UNSOH)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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