Background:

The OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe (POiD) promotes the implementation of OSCE principles and commitments, as well as the co-operation of the Republic of Tajikistan within the OSCE framework in all three dimensions. It is involved in a wide range of activities, ranging from counter-terrorism and border management projects to supporting cross-border markets and free economic zones, human rights, media development, and legal reform initiative.

Please note that this is a short-term position and the initial appointment will be for 6 months with a possibility of extension.

Please note that the vacancy is open for Tajikistan nationals and permanent residents of Tajikistan.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Executive Officer (SEO) and overall supervision of Deputy Head of Mission (DHoM), the successful candidate will be tasked with the following duties:

1. Overseeing the maintenance and management of the POiD’s social media accounts, including corporate Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, LinkedIn, and other platforms on a regular basis to enhance public engagement and visibility, and ensuring the target audience is reached and interactively engaged;
2. Ensuring consistency of POiD’s social media accounts with POiD’s social media strategies and other accounts managed by OSCE executive structures and other relevant international partners;
3. Developing creative, high-quality content for social media platforms targeting specific audiences (texts, graphics, multimedia, etc.) where possible in English, Tajik, Russian, and coordinating social media content creation where relevant with Heads of Departments and Units, and within PPIS;
4. Preparing high-quality outreach materials, such as fact sheets, reports, and promotional items, to increase public awareness of the OSCE and POiD’s work, and engaging external consultants and/or companies, where needed, for professional production of visibility material;
5. Drafting and implementing an annual visibility plan aligned with the Office’s strategy, streamlined visibility and events plan, showcasing high-level meetings, work across all three dimensions, and other initiatives to ensure effective communication;
6. Advising the Head of Mission (HoM), Deputy Head of Mission (DHoM), and Senior Management on communication-related matters, while also preparing outreach material and supporting the development of a cohesive Office-wide Communications Strategy.

For more detailed information on the structure and work of the OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe, please see: http://www.osce.org/programme-office-in-dushanbe

Necessary Qualifications:

• First-level university degree or equivalent in communications, journalism, public relations & marketing, graphic design, international relations, or related fields, with specific expertise in digital media and visibility strategies;
• Minimum of two years of relevant professional experience in communication, public information, or social media management, preferably in an international organization;
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English and Russian. Knowledge of Tajik is an asset;
• Strong knowledge of social media platforms, content creation tools, and strategies;
• 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 team, with people of different cultural, and religious backgrounds, different gender, and diverse political views, while maintaining impartiality and objectivity;
• Computer literate with practical experience using Microsoft applications.

Remuneration Package:

Monthly remuneration, subject to social security deductions is 1,682.08 EUR. Social benefits will include participation in the Cigna medical insurance scheme.

If you wish to apply for this position, please use the OSCE’s online application link found under https://vacancies.osce.org/.

The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise/re-post the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment, to offer an appointment at a lower grade or to offer an appointment with a modified job description or for a different duration.

Only those candidates who are selected to participate in the subsequent stages of recruitment will be contacted.

Candidates interviewed and found suitable in the recruitment process for this vacancy notice will be placed on a roster of suitable candidates (valid for three years) for fixed-term posts, should a suitable opportunity arise. The placement on a roster does not guarantee a future appointment or assignment.

Please note that vacancies in the OSCE are open for competition only amongst nationals of participating States, please see https://www.osce.org/participating-states.

The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all religious, ethnic and social backgrounds to apply to become a part of the Organization.

Candidates should be aware that OSCE officials shall conduct themselves at all times in a manner befitting the status of an international civil servant. This includes avoiding any action which may adversely reflect on the integrity, independence and impartiality of their position and function as officials of the OSCE. The OSCE is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate. For more information on the values set out in OSCE Competency Model, please see https://jobs.osce.org/resources/document/our-competency-model.

Please note that for this position the OSCE does not reimburse expenses such as travel in connection with interviews, tests, visas and relocation.

Please be aware that OSCE appointments are subject to medical clearance.

The mandatory retirement age at the OSCE is 65 years for contracted positions at the general service, professional and director level. The Organization shall apply an age limit of 62 years at the time of appointment as the incumbent selected is normally expected to carry out the contractual obligation of two years.

Please be aware that the OSCE does not request payment at any stage of the application and review process.