Recruitment for the Limited Election Observation Mission to Mongolia
Following an invitation from the authorities of Mongolia to observe the forthcoming presidential election, based on the findings and conclusions of the Needs Assessment Mission deployed on 21-24 February 2017, and in accordance with its mandate, the OSCE/ODIHR is preparing to deploy a Limited Election Observation Mission (LEOM) for this election. In this respect, the OSCE/ODIHR is currently looking for external consultants to fill the following positions:
- Head of Mission
- Deputy Head of Mission
- Election Analyst
- Political Analyst
- Legal Analyst
- Media Analyst
- Co-ordinator of Long-Term Observers
Procedure
All assignments are temporarily recruited posts and their duration will be for approximately six weeks. Candidates should be available from approximately 22 May 2017 and be prepared to depart on short notice. Candidates must be citizens of OSCE participating States, excluding citizens of Mongolia. For more information about the responsibilities and requirements of each post, please read the terms of reference in the Key Resources section at the bottom of this page. Please complete the following steps in order to apply:
- Register in the OSCE/ODIHR's election experts database. If you have already registered, please move on to the next steps.
- Send an email to mongolia-leom@odihr.pl, indicating the position for which you are applying. Please note that you may apply for a maximum of two positions.
- Attach a motivation letter and a completed application form or recent Curriculum Vitae.
The deadline for applications is 12:00 CET, 8 May 2017. Applications received after this date, as well as applications of those individuals who have not registered in the OSCE/ODIHR election expert database and who did not attach all required documents, will not be considered. The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment, or to offer an appointment with a modified job description or for a different duration. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The OSCE is an equal opportunity organization and encourages applications from female candidates.
Remuneration will depend on qualifications and experience, and will be in accordance with established OSCE rates. Coverage of travel expenses and a standard per diem will be provided by the OSCE/ODIHR, in accordance with OSCE travel policies.
Long-term observers
OSCE participating States will also be requested to second 24 long-term observers. Should you wish to become a long-term observer, please contact your respective OSCE delegation in Vienna or your Ministry of Foreign Affairs.