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Deputy Head of Mission (DHoM)

OSCEPristina, Kosovo
Category | Grade:Director | DHoMDeadline:18 Aug 2026Job ID:4878Synced on:21 Jul 2026
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Overview

The deputy head directs implementation of the OSCE Mission in Kosovo's mandate, aligning programmes, administration and resources, advising senior leadership, managing external relations and local dialogue, supervising senior staff and deputizing for the head of mission.

Department: OSCE Mission in Kosovo

Languages

Required: English

Desired: Local language

Job Areas

  1. Executive Leadership
  2. Peace, Security & Political Affairs

Minimum Experience

10 years

Estimated Salary

Not available

Responsibilities

  • Oversee implementation of mission plans, policies and mandate
  • Advise senior management on programme and operational priorities
  • Coordinate departments and monitor programme results
  • Integrate budget, human resources and security operations
  • Negotiate with Kosovo institutions and international partners
  • Supervise senior staff and deputize for the head of mission

Requirements

  • Master's degree in political science, public or international law, international relations or a related field, or bachelor's degree with two additional years of qualifying experience
  • At least ten years of relevant progressive experience including five years at management level
  • Professional English fluency
  • International eligibility outside the candidate's home country or permanent residence
  • Valid driving licence and ability to drive manual transmission
  • Physical fitness and willingness to work extra hours with limited infrastructure

Skills

Mission leadershipPolitical analysisStrategic planningDiplomatic negotiationChange managementResults-based programme management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Additional info

  • International secondment; nationals and permanent residents of Kosovo are ineligible
  • Suitable interviewed candidates may enter a three-year roster for future seconded fixed-term posts