Recruitment of National Support Staff for the Election Observation Mission to Uzbekistan
The OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) is the leading agency in Europe in the field of election observation. The Office co-ordinates and organizes the deployment of numerous observation missions, with thousands of observers, every year to assess the compliance of elections in OSCE participating States with OSCE commitments and other international obligations and standards for democratic elections, and with national legislation. ODIHR’s unique methodology provides in-depth insights into all elements of an electoral process, allowing the Office to offer concrete recommendations to further improve electoral processes. Further details about ODIHR can be found at www.osce.org/odihr.
Following an official invitation from the authorities of the Republic of Uzbekistan, ODIHR is deploying an Election Observation Mission (EOM) to observe the parliamentary elections scheduled for 27 October 2024. In this connection, ODIHR is looking to recruit local support staff for the below mentioned positions on full-time basis:
Administrative positions:
- Junior Operations Expert Assistant – 3 positions (short term, 7 days around election-day)
For more information about the responsibilities and requirements of the post, please read the terms of reference, in the Key Resources section at the bottom of this page.
Start date of employment for administrative positions: 20 October 2024 (approx.)
Location: Tashkent (except drivers and interpreters for Long-Term Observers)
Remuneration is commensurate with the qualifications of the incumbent and requirements of the post, and is similar to those offered under the United Nations Common System for general services employees (in accordance with established OSCE rates). Social security will include participation in the OSCE life and accident disability insurance scheme.
Application procedure: Candidates must be citizens or permanent residents of Uzbekistan. Those interested in applying should forward a recent Curriculum Vitae and motivation letter in English to: HR-Uzbekistan@odihr.pl indicating the position for which you are applying. (e.g. EOM/UZB Senior Election Analyst Assistant).
Each candidate may apply for up to three positions in separate e-mails. Please do not attach photographs, motivation letters and certificates. Additional relevant information should be submitted only upon request. CV should be sent in Word or PDF format and with the applicant’s name included in the name of the document.
Applications received after the deadline or with no indication of the position for which the candidate is applying, will not be taken into consideration.
Application deadline for Junior Operations Expert Assistant has been extended until: 16 October 23:59 CET
The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment, to offer an appointment at a lower grade or to offer an appointment with a modified job description or for a different duration. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all religious, ethnic and social backgrounds to apply.
Note: No application fees are required by ODIHR for its recruitment process at any stage (application processing, interview meeting, training or any other fees).