About Office for Disarmament Affairs

Office for Disarmament Affairsis 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, P3 position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact within Office for Disarmament Affairs’s work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Based in Switzerland, 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, P3
• Grade:P-3
• Location:Geneva, Switzerland
• Department:Office for Disarmament Affairs
• Contract Type:Professional Staff
• Salary Range:$70,212.0 – $90,676.0 USD annually

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: Advanced university degree (Masters degree or equivalent) in political science, international relations, international economics, law, public administration or other related.
• Academic Qualifications: A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• Academic Qualifications: Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable..
• Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• Language: For this job opening, either English or French 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 French UN Level III UN Level III UN Level III UN Level III.
• A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in political science, international relations, law, disarmament, security, development management, conflict resolution or related area is required.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in conventional arms and ammunition control in relation to the global framework for through-life conventional ammunition management or related area is required.

Skills

• PROFESSIONALISM: Ability to identify and analyze political, ethnic, racial, social and economic problems that cause civil unrest in a country or geographic area.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management.
• Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
• Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; 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 in programme management is desirable. 2 Years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

Benefits

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

How to Apply