International Consultant - Regional Project Coordination Expert (SSAs)

About the Position

International Consultant - Regional Project Coordination Expert (SSAs)

The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) with 57 participating States is the world’s largest regional security organization. The OSCE has been engaged in supporting a long-term and comprehensive process to strengthen transboundary water cooperation and sustainable development in the Dniester River basin between Moldova and Ukraine. A large-scale GEF/UNDP/OSCE project is currently being implemented in the region, tasked with advancing Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) in the Dniester River basin.

The incumbent will support overall project management and ensure efficient coordination, including planning, timely implementation, and execution of project activities at the regional level; technical oversight; monitoring progress and reporting; liaising with government counterparts and other key stakeholders in academia, civil society organizations, local authorities, and the private sector in the project countries as well as with partner organizations; facilitate the organization of Project Steering Committee (PSC) meetings; and securing the necessary inputs for effective implementation.

Responsibilities

• Project management and coordination related responsibilities
• Ensure project planning and workplan management
• Facilitate and oversee the implementation of project activities
• Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting
• Support financial and administrative Oversight
• Ensuring compliance, risk management, and quality assurance
• Facilitating stakeholder engagement
• Promote knowledge sharing, communication, and transboundary cooperation

Requirements

• Second-level university degree in a discipline relevant to international relations or environmental management, preferably with a focus on water management and institution building
• Minimum 10 years of professional/working experience in the field of project management role with technical experience in the field of sustainable development or transboundary water, ideally in combination with security issues, of which at least some in an international environment
• Demonstrated experience in project management, with evidence of delivering projects on time and within budget, including preparing work programmes and budgets, and providing management and financial reports-preferably within the context of GEF-financed projects or UN/similar donor-funded projects, with a focus on capacity building in developing countries
• Demonstrated experience in dealing with politically sensitive issues in a multilateral environment, with proven diplomatic and negotiating skills
• Experience in, and sound knowledge of, transboundary water issues in Eastern Europe would be a distinct asset
• Previous experience in the operational aspects of UN or similar donor-funded projects with a focus on capacity building in developing countries
• Experience in managing the work of consultants, work as part of an inter-disciplinary and/or multi-cultural team
• Excellent knowledge of English, including strong communication and drafting skills. Knowledge of either one (or both) national languages of the project countries is considered a major asset
• Digital literacy and proficient use of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated gender awareness and sensitivity, and an ability to integrate a gender perspective into tasks and activities
• Ability and willingness to work as a member of a team, with people of different cultural, religious backgrounds, different gender, and diverse political views, while maintaining impartiality and objectivity

We Offer

Remuneration will be based on the selected consultant's/expert's qualifications, experience, the tasks and deliverables for this position and in accordance with the OSCE established rates.

About the Company

The OSCE is the world’s largest regional security organization with 57 participating States. It is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply. For more information on the OSCE Competency Model, please see OSCE Competency Model.

Apply now at OSCE's online application link.

Note: The OSCE does not request payment at any stage of the application and review process.