Under the authority of the Head of Office and the supervision of the Head of the Capacity Building and Cooperation Division, Directorate of Democratic Citizenship and Participation, Directorate General II: Democracy, the incumbent carries out multiple assignments to help meet the overall and specific objectives for the implementation of the project ‘Fostering rapprochement through education for democracy and language learning’, in co-operation with the donors, partners and other stakeholders, and in compliance with the organisation’s regulations and/or donor requirements.

Employment is limited to the duration of the Project which is expected to end on 30 April 2020.

The incumbent performs the following key duties 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, facilitates and follows up on project activities (seminars, round-tables, conferences, expert meetings, etc.) in accordance with the project workplan, its calendar of activities and in close co-operation with headquarters and counterparts;
• ensures quality and relevance of programmes for activities, secures local and international expertise, prepares documentation and oversees the preparation by local partners;
• provides substance input on specific activities and regular advice to Headquarters concerning local developments in the thematic area;
• provides technical and substance briefings to short-term experts prior and during their missions;
• drafts terms of reference (call-offs) for different contractual engagements that are aimed at implementing each project activity;
• selects local consultants and service providers and negotiates contracts in consultation with headquarters;
• monitors and follows-up on purchase orders, contracts and mission orders, travel and accommodation;
• ensures close budgetary follow-up of all project expenditures, in accordance with CoE regulations and procedures and donor requirements;
• co-chairs the Steering Board meetings;
• provides and drafts briefs and reports on the project;
• prepares relevant meetings and drafts meeting minutes and lists of decisions;
• prepares mission reports related to programme activities;
• drafts briefing notes, speeches, speaking points, official correspondence and other contributions;
• contributes to raising the visibility of the project by drafting web news items and press releases and by disseminating information;
• informs regularly the Head of the Council of Europe Office on the implementation of the Project and co-ordinates his/her work within the broader framework of the overall action of the Office;
  • 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 headquarters;
• Undertake official journeys in connection with the activities described above.

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 Kosovo*.

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, preferably in education, international relations, social sciences, or related fields would be an asset.

Experience:

• At least three years of relevant professional experience contributing to the implementation of assistance and co-operation projects in the area of education and/or human rights fields.

Language requirements:

• Very good knowledge of one of the official languages (English);
• Knowledge of French and of languages spoken in the region would be an advantage.

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.

* All references to Kosovo, whether the territory, institutions or population, in this text shall be understood in full compliance with United Nation's Security Council Resolution 1244 and without prejudice to the status of Kosovo.

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

Essential:

• Professional and technical expertise:

• Proven experience of carrying out corresponding duties of project management and implementation in the framework of technical co-operation or policy-oriented projects;
• Experience with assistance and co-operation projects in the education field;
• Knowledge of Council of Europe and other international policies, standards and best practices in the education field and in particular language fields;
• Very good knowledge of the local political and social situation and of the education system;
• Knowledge of specific project management tools (Project Management Methodology, logframes, risk monitoring, etc.);
• Sound computer skills of standard tools in office applications (word processing, presentation software, outlook, internet/intranet publications);
• Availability to travel.
  • Planning and work organisation
  • Analysis and problem solving
  • Drafting skills
  • Teamwork and co-operation
  • Results orientation
  • Communication
  • Resilience

Desirable:

• Concern for quality
• Adaptability

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 31 May 2018 (midnight Paris Time).

Any false statements knowingly made by applicants in their application for employment or at the time of their engagement will result in the termination of their employment by the Council of Europe.

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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