About Office of the Personal Envoy of the Secretary-General for Sudan

Office of the Personal Envoy of the Secretary-General for Sudanis part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This Political Affairs Officer, P4 position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact within Office of the Personal Envoy of the Secretary-General for Sudan’s work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Based in Ethiopia, you will contribute your expertise to advance the organization’s mission and support international cooperation on critical global challenges. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment while contributing to meaningful outcomes that benefit communities worldwide.

Key Details

• Job Title:Political Affairs Officer, P4
• Grade:P-4
• Location:Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
• Department:Office of the Personal Envoy of the Secretary-General for Sudan
• Contract Type:Professional Staff
• Salary Range:$84,672.0 – $106,777.0 USD annually

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in political science, international relations, social science, economics, law, public administration, or a related field.
• Academic Qualifications: A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree..
• Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• Language: For this job opening, English is required.
• Language: The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).
• Language: Required Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking English UN Level III UN Level III UN Level III UN Level III Desirable Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking Arabic UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I.
• A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience is required in political science, international relations, law, disarmament, security, development management, conflict resolution or related area.
• A minimum of two years of field experience in political affairs in a UN peace operation or a similar international organization is required, including some experience working in Africa.
• A minimum of three years of experience in political outreach, facilitation, analysis, advice and reporting is required Experience in supporting good offices or mediation efforts as part of a political or peace process is required.
• Experience: At least three years of experience working on security arrangements, ceasefires and cessation of hostilities agreements is required.

Skills

• Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
• Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments and adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently..
• Experience working in a conflict or post-conflict setting is required.
• Experience working on peace and security issues in the Horn of Africa, including Sudan is desirable..

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply