Political Assistant – Political Department

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION

The selected candidate will perform translating and interpreting duties for the Political Advisor and perform administrative tasks as requested. She/he will work under the general supervision of the Head of the Regional Office in Brcko and under the direct supervision of the Political Advisor.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Research, gathering of information and analysis in support of the activities of the Political Advisor

• Relaying information (substantive and other) between the Political Advisor and relevant local and international partners/contacts

• Ensuring follow-up to initiatives undertaken by the Political Advisor in cooperation with local and international partners

• Translation of documents and correspondence

• Producing reports of meetings, drafting correspondence

• Consecutive interpretation in meetings

• General office management, including the scheduling/organising of meetings, maintaining archives and other types of administrative support

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS

• Completed Secondary Education (University degree in Political or Social Sciences advantage)

• Minimum of 2 years of work experience in a similar position requested

• Thorough understanding of the political and social situation in the District

• Established contacts with local authorities and local non-governmental organizations is an advantage

• Solid translation and interpretation skills

• Excellent written and spoken English

• Computer literacy

• Ability to work under pressure and in the team environment

• Ability to work with people from different cultural backgrounds

Any personnel with the above qualifications should provide (in English) a CV with a one-page cover letter and references to the following:

Fax: +387 49 205 560 E-mail: application@ohr.int