Senior Expert Border Management Evaluation
@ OSCE

Vienna, Vienna, Austria
$150,000
On Site
Part Time
Posted 1 day ago

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Background

The OSCE, a key international organization, addresses a wide range of security concerns including arms control, human rights, cross-border cooperation and more. Operating on a consensus-based decision making system among 57 participating States, the OSCE delivers security through a comprehensive politico-military, economic, environmental, and human approach.

Assignment Overview

This is an evaluation assignment for OSCE’s work in border management. The purpose is to enhance accountability, promote organizational learning and inform strategic decision-making by assessing OSCE’s performance over the past 12 years in implementing its border management mandate.

Objectives

  • Assess OSCE’s performance and accountability in border management.
  • Provide insights into factors affecting effectiveness and efficiency.
  • Offer actionable recommendations for future strategic decisions.

Deliverables & Responsibilities

The Senior Expert will:

  • Contribute significantly to the Inception Report and evaluation methodology.
  • Conduct data collection including field visits and prepare concise Field Visit Reports.
  • Develop the Evaluation Report, Executive Summary, and PowerPoint slides based on evidence and findings.

Duration & Management

The assignment is a results-based contract for 50 working days, from November 2025 to March 2026, managed by a Senior Evaluator and the Evaluation Team Leader at the OSCE Office of Internal Oversight.

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
  • Minimum 7 years’ professional experience in border management or related fields.
  • Expertise in qualitative and quantitative analysis with strong report writing skills.
  • Experience with international organizations and gender-sensitive approaches.

Application Details

Candidates should submit a cover letter detailing relevant border management experience. Applications are submitted online via the OSCE vacancies portal. Note: OSCE does not request any payment during the recruitment process.

Key skills/competency

  • Evaluation
  • Border Management
  • Data Analysis
  • Field Visits
  • Report Writing
  • International Relations
  • Team Collaboration
  • Accountability
  • Policy Analysis
  • Strategic Recommendations

How to Get Hired at OSCE

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight international evaluation and border management skills.
  • Research OSCE: Understand organizational culture and security mandates.
  • Showcase relevant experience: Emphasize field reports and analytical expertise.
  • Prepare for interviews: Focus on strategic evaluation and report writing.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review data analysis methodologies.
Practice report drafting techniques.
Study OSCE evaluation frameworks.
Update skills on field data collection.

Behavioral Questions

Describe handling challenging evaluations.
Explain teamwork in diverse settings.
Discuss conflict resolution experiences.
Showcase ethical decision-making examples.

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