Associate Political Affairs Officer
Position:Professional | P-2Deadline:2 Sep 2026 (3 days left)Job ID:283399Posted on:26 Aug 2026 (4 days ago)
Pay and conditions
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Job Description
UNOG seeks an Associate Political Affairs Officer in Geneva to support the Office of the Director-General. The officer will monitor and analyse peace and security developments, draft reports, briefing notes, talking points and strategic communications, support high-level events and diplomatic engagements, assist outreach and partnerships, facilitate organizational learning, and develop guidance...
Key Details
Position Details
Experience level
Early
Minimum experience
2 years
Employment type
Temporary
Arrangement
Onsite
Minimum education
Postgraduate degree
Contract duration
1 year
Job Areas
Language Requirements
Required
English, French
Preferred
Russian
Summary of Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze peace and security developments
- Draft reports, briefing notes and talking points
- Support strategic communications and public information
- Coordinate high-level events and diplomatic engagements
- Assist outreach and partnership-building activities
- Facilitate knowledge sharing and policy guidance
Role Requirements
- Advanced degree in political science, international relations, international economics, social sciences, anthropology, law, public administration or related field
- At least two years of experience in political affairs, international relations, law, security, development management, conflict resolution, electoral affairs or civil affairs
- English and French proficiency
Desired Criteria
- Policy advice and speech-drafting experience
- UN Common System experience
- Russian knowledge
Skills
Additional Information
- Temporary job opening in UNOG Office of the Director-General
Source & verification
IGO Jobs sourced this vacancy from UNOG Careers, on 26 Aug 2026.