Political Analyst – Political Department

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION

The Political Analyst within the Strategy and Planning Section of the Political Department will play a key role in drawing up strategy papers, in providing political analysis and in assisting with forward planning. The selected candidate will work under the general supervision of the Head of the Political Department and under the direct supervision of Head of Strategy and Planning Section.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·        Draw up strategy papers on key issues;

·        Provide analysis of specific political and economic issues as required;

·        Work as a part of the Strategy and Planning Section on strategy development and forward planning within the OHR in close consultation with other international agencies;

·        Maintain close contacts with non-governmental organisations, the local political community and civil society.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

·        Relevant University degree;

·        Minimum 5 years of professional experience desirable;

·        Experience as a strategic analyst preferred;

·        Extensive experience of the political situation in BIH;

·        Excellent oral and written communications skills;

·        Ability to work under stressful situation.

Any person with this overall professional profile who wishes to be considered for the position should submit (in English) a CV and one page cover letter with references to:

                        Personnel Department

Office of the High Representative

Emerika Bluma 1, 71 000 Sarajevo

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Fax: ++387 33 283 771            E-mail: application@ohr.int

Please quote Reference No. 2002/189

Closing date for applications: 24 June, 2002