Under the authority of the Head of Office and the supervision of the Directorate General of Human Rigths and Rule of Law (DGI) of the Council of Europe, the Senior Project Officer carries out multiple assignments to meet the overall and specific objectives for the implementation of the European Union/Council of Europe Joint Programme “Strengthening Judicial Ethics in Turkey”, in co-operation with the donors, partners and other stakeholders, and in compliance with the organisation’s regulations and/or donor requirements.

Note: The incumbent may be required to travel within Turkey.

Employment is limited to the duration of the Project (end date 11/12/2017).

The Senior Project Officer shall perform the following tasks, in close co-operation with the Project team, and in accordance with the Organisation’s procedures, guidelines and priorities, with a concern for quality, efficiency, accuracy and confidentiality:
- plans, organises, implements and follows up on programme activities in accordance with the work plan and its calendar of activities and in close co-operation with national partners and stakeholders;
- co-ordinates the organisation of the activities with the project team and with all the national partners and stakeholders, national and international consultants;
- supervises administrative and logistical support to implement the Project;
- reports on activities in progress and if and when problems occur;
- suggests priorities and adjustments to the content, methodology or the workplan as necessary;
- contributes to the drafting of Project reports; prepares and submits any other documentation and reports as required;
- ensures close budgetary follow-up of all activities and expenditures;
- oversees the preparation of Project Steering Committee and ensures proper follow-up to decisions taken;
- ensures the visibility of the Project;
- undertakes official journeys in connection with the Project activities;
- carrys out other tasks as may be required in connection with the Project activities;
- contributes to the efficient functioning of the office, in collaboration with the Head of Office, the Deputy Head of Office and the direct Project management in Strasbourg.

Please note that the incumbent may be required to perform other duties not listed in the vacancy notice.

This local recruitment procedure is open to applicants already present in Turkey.

Only applicants who best meet the following criteria will be considered for shortlisting.

Qualifications:
Completed full course of general secondary education and appropriate professional qualifications.
A university degree in public administration, political science, law, international relations or related fields would be an advantage.
 
Experience:
› At least five years relevant professional experience at national or international level in Project management and providing technical assistance on issues related to the judiciary in Turkey.
Language requirements:
› Excellent knowledge of Turkish (mother tongue level);
› Very good knowledge of one of the official languages (English).
Nationality:
› Nationality of host country or one of the 47 Council of Europe member states.
Age:
› Under 65 years of age at the closing date of the vacancy notice.

Council of Europe staff members adhere to the values Professionalism, Integrity and Respect.

Essential:
› Professional and technical expertise:
- Proven experience and solid knowledge in the field of judicial reforms; knowledge and understanding the Council of Europe standards, principles and work in this field;
- Proven experience in project management and implementation of technical co-operation or policy-oriented projects;
- Proven ability to lead a team and to coordinate the work of international and national consultants;
- Knowledge of project management tools (Project Management Methodology, logframes, etc.), as well as contract management in this field, will be an asset;
- Knowledge of the overall political and social situation in Europe, in particular in Turkey;
- Ability to conceive and provide informed advice as appropriate.

› Management of teams
› Planning and work organisation
› Analysis and problem solving
› Concern for quality
› Results orientation
› Communication
› Relationship building

For more information, please refer to the Competency Framework of the Council of Europe.

Applications must be made in English or French using the Council of Europe on-line application system. By connecting to our website www.coe.int/jobs you can create and submit your on-line application. Applications must be submitted at the latest 25 January 2016 (midnight Central European Time).

Applications will be examined with regard to the requirements of this vacancy and applicants will be informed in due course of the outcome of your application. This may take some time after the closing date. Preselected candidates may be invited to take written tests before an interview. Written tests may be eliminatory.

In accordance with the Staff Regulations of the Council of Europe, the compulsory retirement age is 65. We cannot therefore accept applications from persons over this age.

The conditions of recruitment and employment which apply are contained in Rule No. 1234 of 15 December 2005 laying down the conditions of recruitment and employment of locally recruited temporary staff members working in Council of Europe Duty Stations located outside of France apply (Link to Rule 1234).

The Council of Europe welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief or sexual orientation.

During the different stages of the recruitment procedure, specific measures may be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities.

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