POLITICAL AFFAIRS OFFICER, NOC

Are you an experienced professional? UNSOS is hiring a POLITICAL AFFAIRS OFFICER, NOC in Mogadishu. The successful candidate will bring strong Policy Affairs experience spanning at least 5 - 6 years. Interested applicants should submit their applications before Mar, 22. Job Opening ID: 273539 Job Network : Political, Peace and Humanitarian Job Family : Political Affairs Category and Level : National Professional Officers, NO-CDuty Station : MOGADISHUDepartment/Office : United Nations Support Office in Somalia Date Posted : Mar 9, 2026Deadline : Mar 22, 2026 This position is located in the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) based in Mogadishu. The incumbent will report directly to the Senior Political Affairs Officer in the Office of the Assistant Secretary-General (OASG).ResponsibilitiesUnder the direct supervision of the Senior or Political Affairs Officer: - Participates fully in assigned operational activities related to the work of the office or mission, i.e., peacekeeping, disarmament, demobilization and reintegration, conflict prevention and resolution, post-conflict rehabilitation, election administration, political and governance institution-building, civil society support work, etc.; supports an integrated approach that includes a rights-based dimension, conflict prevention sensitivity, and gender perspective into the policy, planning and operational activities of the unit. - Prepares briefing notes and talking points for the Senior Political Affairs Officer, Head of the Mission and other senior staff. As requested, provides guidance and advice on assigned issues to the head of mission, as well as other selected offices of intergovernmental bodies concerning assigned areas of work, status of negotiations, and the approach to various issues including interpretation of the rules of procedure. Prepares responses to comments, statements, and queries of parties and manages operations involving several components of a limited nature, such as civilian, military or humanitarian operations. Develops and maintains relations with government officials at the working levels and advises them on issues and policies of mutual concern. - Participates as a member of a team dealing with a variety of political issues in a regi === Skills & Qualifications === Education Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in Political Science, Management or Development, or a related field. A first level university degree with a combination of two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Job - Specific Qualification Professional training in the areas of planning, monitoring and evaluation, facilitation and/or coordination is desirable. Work ExperienceA minimum of five (05) years of progressively responsible experience in political science, international relations, law, disarmament, security, development management, conflict resolution or related area is required.LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. --- About Mogadishu --- Mogadishu, known locally as Muqdisho, is the capital of Somalia and the country's largest city. It serves as the political, economic, and cultural heart of the nation. The city hosts the headquarters of numerous UN agencies, international NGOs, and government institutions, offering diverse career opportunities for development and humanitarian professionals. Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Shaqo Cusub • Shaqo Muqdisho • Shaqo Buuxda

Education Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in Political Science, Management or Development, or a related field. A first level university degree with a combination of two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Job - Specific Qualification Professional training in the areas of planning, monitoring and evaluation, facilitation and/or coordination is desirable. Work ExperienceA minimum of five (05) years of progressively responsible experience in political science, international relations, law, disarmament, security, development management, conflict resolution or related area is required.LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required.

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