Job Purpose

The Special Assistant reports to the Director of the Division. S/he provides operational, planning, managerial, technical and coordination support to all aspects of the work of the Division. The Special Assistant works with the Director assisting him/her to carry out his/her Division level responsibilities.

Qualifications and Experience

Education:

• Advanced  degree in social sciences, international affairs, political science or related subjects.

Knowledge and Experience:

• 5 years of increasingly responsible professional experience in development work
• Strong analytical ability and professional experience in policy development
• Basic research skills and familiarity with quantitative and qualitative methods
• Strong writing and oral communication skills
• Good network within the academic and development community
   

Languages:

• Fluency in English required
• Knowledge of another UN language is an asset