Pay and conditions
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Job Description
Provides senior political advice to the Head of Mission on the implementation of UNSCO’s mandate in the Israeli-Palestinian context. The role monitors political, security and operational developments, shapes strategic recommendations and reporting, and sustains engagement with authorities, United Nations partners and regional actors to advance mandated peace and conflict-prevention objectives.
Key Details
Department
Office of the United Nations Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process
Position Details
Experience level
Leadership
Minimum experience
15 years
Employment type
Temporary
Arrangement
Onsite
Minimum education
Bachelor's degree
Contract duration
6 months
Language Requirements
Required
English
Summary of Responsibilities
- Advise the Special Coordinator on political, operational and substantive matters
- Monitor political, security and operational developments affecting UNSCO’s mandate
- Assess implications and recommend strategies and policy measures to the Head of Mission
- Produce and review analytical reports, situation reports, briefing notes and cables
- Maintain engagement with Israeli and Palestinian authorities, political leaders and civil society actors
- Collaborate with the United Nations Country Team on political matters in the Occupied Palestinian Territory
- Engage United Nations offices, missions and regional and international actors on mandated objectives
Role Requirements
- Advanced degree in business or public administration, finance, accounting, law, social sciences or a related area; a first-level degree with qualifying experience may be accepted
- Over 15 years of progressively responsible experience in international relations including conflict mediation, political transitions, post-conflict peacebuilding, development and governance reforms
- Experience in United Nations political engagement in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the region
- Experience in programme management including human resources, administration, logistics, financial and budget matters
- English
Skills
Additional Information
- Temporary position available for 6 months
- Eligibility may be limited to candidates based at the duty station or to internal candidates
- Applicants from unrepresented or under-represented Member States are strongly encouraged to apply
Source & verification
IGO Jobs sourced this vacancy from Office of the United Nations Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process Careers, on 10 Sep 2026.