Under the authority of the Head of Office and the direct supervision of the Directorate General of Human Rights and Rule of Law (DG I) of the Council of Europe in Strasbourg, the Senior Project Officer will carry out multiple assignments to help meet the overall and specific objectives for the implementation of the European Union/Council of Europe Joint Programme “Strengthening the efficiency of the justice system in Ukraine”.
Employment is limited to the duration of the Project which is expected to end on 31 December 2016.
The Senior Project Officer will perform the following tasks in accordance with the Council of Europe’s procedures, guidelines and priorities, with a concern for quality, efficiency, accuracy and confidentiality:
- prepare and organise the project activities, ensure their efficient implementation as well as follow-up and reporting as regards both thematic and logistical aspects under the EU/CoE Joint Programme Components: “Strengthening the efficiency of the judicial system in Ukraine according to the CEPEJ tools and methodology” and “Supporting the implementation of the Ukrainian Law on Bar and Practice of Law” in accordance with the Project’s work plan and in close co-operation with the national partners and stakeholders as well as international consultants;
- ensure all aspects of the organisation and delivery of the activities carried out under the project, including their coordination with all relevant stakeholders, report problems encountered, propose priorities and adjustments as necessary;
- ensure close budgetary follow-up of all activities and expenditures, in accordance with the Council of Europe rules and regulations;
- carry out the administrative and logistical support to implement the project;
- contribute to the drafting of project reports according to the European Union requirements in co-operation with the project team; update the Council of Europe Activities Database (CEAD); prepare and submit any other documentation and reports as needed;
- ensure the visibility of the CoE/EU Joint Programme;
- carry out other tasks as assigned by the supervisor related to the project’s implementation;
- undertake official journeys in connection with 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 candidates resident in Ukraine.
Qualification: completed secondary education followed by an appropriate professional qualification;.
Experience: at least four years’ relevant professional experience contributing to the implementation of technical co-operation or policy-oriented projects, preferably at an international level. Knowledge of Council of Europe and European standards in law, international relations, public administration, political science or a related field, preferably at international level. Relevant professional experience in the field of law and/or human rights.
Language requirements: excellent knowledge of Ukrainian (mother tongue level); ability to express oneself, present and draft clearly, concisely and convincingly in English.
Nationality: the appointed candidate must be a national of a Council of Europe member State.
Age: Under 65 years of age at the closing date of the vacancy notice.
Essential:
Professional and technical competencies:
- Proven experience and knowledge of policies and best practices relating to the functioning of the justice system in Ukraine, and preferably the work of the Council of Europe in this field;
- Knowledge of project management tools (Project Management Methodology, logframes, etc.);
- Planning and work organisation; ability to work under pressure, deal with multiple tasks and respect deadlines.
- Ability to conceive and provide informed advice as appropriate.
Managerial skills: Management of teams, resources, projects; coaching of others.
ICT skills: Sound computer skills of standard tools in office applications (word processing, spreadsheet, data bases, presentation software, outlook, internet/intranet publication);
Interpersonal skills: service and client orientation, team-work and co-operation, demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural team.
Personal values: integrity, loyalty and conscience, discretion, independence and confidence, respect for diversity.
Desirable:
Professional and technical competencies:
a university degree in law would be an advantage
- Experience working with NGOs would be an advantage;
Communication and linguistic skills:
- Knowledge of French would be an advantage.