Political Officer for the EUSR for the Belgrade-Pristina Dialogue and other Western Balkan regional issues based in Pristina

• Position Title: Political Officer
• Direct Supervisor: Political Adviser
• Duty Station:  Pristina
• Type of contract: Local hire

The Political Officer will be part of the EUSR team tasked to assist the European Union Special Representative for the Belgrade-Pristina Dialogue and other Western Balkan regional issues. S/he will work directly with the Pristina-based Political Adviser.

S/he will participate in the team’s work with the competent authorities in Kosovo and liaise closely with a broad range of different actors, stakeholders and partners in Kosovo.

S/he will work closely with the EUSR/EU office in Kosovo and liaise with relevant staff from EEAS, Commission as well as of the EU Delegation in Belgrade.

The Political Adviser will perform his/her tasks under the overall supervision of the EUSR represented by the Political Adviser.

1. Main tasks and responsibilities

• Supports, assists and advises the Pristina-based Political Adviser, and the broader EUSR team on Dialogue-related issues and other Western Balkan regional issues, as appropriate;
• Supports and assists the facilitation and supervision of the implementation of arrangements and results achieved in the EU-facilitated Dialogue between Pristina and Belgrade;
• Conducts political analysis and reporting/ briefings on issues related to current political developments in Kosovo and particularly on thematic issues linked to the Dialogue;
• Monitors local media and prepares regular briefings and undertakes desk research on a variety of issues linked to the Dialogue;
• Prepares other reports on relevant issues, as appropriate;
• Supports and assists the implementation of EU-financed projects related to the Dialogue;
• Liaises closely and regularly with a broad range of different Kosovo-based actors, stakeholders and partners, in close coordination with the broader EUSR team;
• Liaises with the EU Office/ EUSR in Kosovo  as well as other EU institutions and offices, missions and international partners with a view of ensuring clear communication and broad consultative and inclusive process;
• Undertakes any other tasks as required.

2. Job requirements

• University degree in Political Sciences, International Relations, Public or Business Administration/Management, Law or other relevant field;
• At least 6 – 8 years of professional experience, preferably in a  political / international context;
•  A thorough understanding of the political situation in Kosovo;
• Good drafting skills with a proven track record in political reporting and analysis;
• Good knowledge of the European Union policies and institutions,
• Diligent, discreet and willing to handle sensitive information;
• Excellent organisational interpersonal and communications skills;
• Ability to maintain high quality of input in a stressful working environment and to meet deadlines within a strict schedule;
• Ability to work independently but also as part of a team;
• Excellent knowledge of English both oral and written and fluency in Albanian is required. Proficiency in Serbian is an asset but not a requirement;
• Flexibility to travel throughout Kosovo;
• In possession of a valid civilian driver licence for motor vehicles (Category B or equivalent).

More information is available here.

The deadline for application: Friday 3 July, 2020. The email to send the application form (and CV) is: [email protected]