The OSCE has a comprehensive approach to security that encompasses politico-military, economic and environmental, and human aspects. It therefore addresses a wide range of security-related concerns, including arms control, confidence- and security-building measures, human rights, combating human trafficking, national minorities, democratization, policing strategies, counter-terrorism and economic and environmental activities. All 57 participating States enjoy equal status, and decisions are taken by consensus on a politically, but not legally binding basis.
The OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe promotes the implementation of OSCE principles and commitments, as well the co-operation of the Republic of Tajikistan within the OSCE framework in all three OSCE dimensions. It assists Tajikistan in its efforts to ensure security and stability through, inter alia, further police reform, countering and preventing terrorism and violent extremism, combating organized crime and drug trafficking, tackling other transnational threats and challenges, and addressing OSCE commitments within the framework of the OSCE Forum for Security Co-operation. The Politico-Military Department is one of three programmatic departments in the Programme Office in Dushnabe. The Head of Department provides support and advice to the Head of Office (HoO) and Deputy Head of Office (DHoO) on all major politico-military and security issues.
General Minimum Requirements
The general minimum requirements for working with the OSCE are:
Excellent physical condition Possession of a valid automobile driving license and ability to drive using manual transmission Ability to cope with physical hardship and willingness to work extra hours and in an environment with limited infrastructure
Field of Expertise Requirements
The general minimum requirements for working in this field of expertise are:
Diplomatic experience or experience working in political and/or politico-military affairs with international organizations and governments; Knowledge of regional political and security developments; Experience in negotiations and liaison with governmental, law enforcement and military authorities; Ability to compile and analyse information of a politico-military nature.
Level of Professional Competence Requirements
Furthermore, this level of responsibility requires the following:
Education:
Second-level university degree/certified training course in a relevant field desirable. A first-level university degree in combination with two years of additional qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the second-level university degree.
Experience:
Minimum 6 years of relevant, diversified and progressively responsible professional experience including at least 3 years at the management level relevant to the actual position.
Mission Specific Requirements
Additionally, this particular post has specific requirements:
Mandatory:
Desirable:
Working knowledge of Russian and/or Tajik language would be an advantage; Working experience in field missions.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Office and the direct supervision of the Deputy Head of Office, the successful candidate will be tasked with the following duties:
Managing the Politico-Military Department and providing direction to activities in accordance with the Office mandate; Informing Senior Management of political priorities, identifying priority projects and important cross-border departmental issues, participating in and contributing to planning initiatives for the Office; Reviewing, approving or submitting for approval strategies, concepts and approaches to meet new challenges, preparing detailed proposals on policy issues related to the priorities of the Office; Co-coordinating co-operation and work on major political issues with local governmental and non-governmental actors, political parties and entities, communities, regional and international stakeholders; participating in inter-agency meetings and advising on political and security issues of common concern; Coaching and supervising the Department team which comprises both national and international staff; Co-coordinating and monitoring the development and implementation of activities and projects related to border security and management; small arms and light weapons, action against terrorism, police reform assistance, conflict prevention, mine action, Confidence and Security Building Measures (CSBM); Supervising and analyzing reports in the field of political and security developments; Assisting in arranging OSCE regional events, inter alia, regional seminars and visits to the area by OSCE delegations, as well as other events with OSCE participation; Performing other duties as required.
For more detailed information on the structure and work of the OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe, please see:https://www.osce.org/programme-office-in-dushanbe
The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages the nomination of qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious, ethnic and social backgrounds. Please note that nationals or permanent residents of the country of the duty station are not eligible to apply.
The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise/re-post the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment, to offer an appointment with a modified job description or for a different duration.
Only those candidates who are selected to participate in the subsequent stages of recruitment will be contacted.
The OSCE is a non-career organization committed to the principle of staff rotation; therefore, the maximum period of service in this post or in the same Mission is seven years.
Candidates should be aware that OSCE officials shall conduct themselves at all times in a manner befitting the status of an international civil servant. This includes avoiding any action which may adversely reflect on the integrity, independence and impartiality of their position and function as officials of the OSCE. The OSCE is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate. For more information on the values set out in OSCE Competency Model, please see https://jobs.osce.org/resources/document/our-competency-model.
Candidates should, prior to applying, verify with their respective nominating authority to which extent financial remuneration and/or benefit packages will be offered.
If you wish to apply for this position, please use the OSCE's online application link found under https://vacancies.osce.org/. If your participating State does not provide the option to apply online for seconded positions, you are kindly requested to submit your offline application form available at https://jobs.osce.org/resources/document/offline-application-form to the respective OSCE delegation whose address can be found at https://www.osce.org/contacts/delegations.
Please apply to your relevant authorities well in advance of the deadline expiration to ensure timely processing of your application. Delayed nominations will not be considered. The OSCE can only process Secondment applications that have been nominated by participating States. For queries relating to your application, please refer to the respective delegation as listed here: https://www.osce.org/contacts/delegations.
Please be aware that OSCE appointments are subject to medical clearance.
Please be aware that the OSCE does not request payment at any stage of the application and review process. Additional Information
Issued by: OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe Requisition ID: TAJ000394 Contract Type: International Secondment Grade: S3 Job Level: Middle Management Job Type: Seconded Number of posts: 1 Location: TAJ - OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe, Dushanbe Issue Date: Aug 1, 2025 Closing Date: Aug 29, 2025 Employee Status: Fixed Term Schedule: Full-time Education Level: Master's Degree (Second-level university degree or equivalent) Job Field: Political Affairs Target Start Date: As soon as possiblle