JPO - Programme Analyst Governance and Human Rights

Core

Achieve Results

LEVEL 2: Scale up solutions and simplifies processes, balances speed and accuracy in doing work

Think Innovatively

LEVEL 2: Offer new ideas/open to new approaches, demonstrate systemic/integrated thinking

Learn Continuously

LEVEL 2: Go outside comfort zone, learn from others and support their learning

Adapt with Agility

LEVEL 2: Adapt processes/approaches to new situations, involve others in change process

Act with Determination

LEVEL 2: Able to persevere and deal with multiple sources of pressure simultaneously

Engage and Partner

LEVEL 2: Is facilitator/integrator, bring people together, build/maintain coalitions/partnerships

Enable Diversity and Inclusion

LEVEL 2: Facilitate conversations to bridge differences, considers in decision making

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies

Name Definition

Research (General) Knowledge of analytical tools, market research and methods for undertaking substantive research on various policy related issues

Human Rights Knowledge of rule of law justice and security principles and standards and the ability to apply practical and/or strategic solutions

Social Cohesion Knowledge of methods and experience of supporting communities to achieve greater inclusiveness, more civic participation and creating opportunities for upward mobility.

Substantive Networking Ability to substantively engage and foster networks with academia, research institutions, and think tanks

Gender Issues & Analysis Knowledge of gender issues and the ability to apply to strategic and/or practical situations, including analysis of projects from a gender perspective

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Knowledge of the Sustainable Development Goals and the ability to apply to strategic and/or practical situations

Priority setting Ability to scan and synthesize diverse sets of information to arrive at strategic priorities and positioning recommendations

Education

Required Skills and Experience

• Master’s Degree or equivalent Advanced Degree in Political science, Law, Human Rights, International Relations, Conflict Studies, or related field of expertise. A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.
  
  

Experience, Knowledge, And Skills

• A minimum of two years of paid working experience as an analyst, researcher or delivering legal, technical, analytical or advisory services in governmental or non-governmental organisation with a Master’s degree (or 4 years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor’s degree).
• Experience on the ground implementing projects in the Global South, ideally within the RBAS region is desirable.
  
  

Desirable Knowledge And Skills

• Experience in developing projects and programmes.
• Experience managing research projects or developing knowledge products.
• Experience organising and coordinating large meetings and events (online and offline).
  
  

Language Requirements (Required / Desired)

• Proficiency in written and spoken of both languages English and Korean.
• Arabic or French language proficiency highly desirable.
  
  

Nationality: Under the JPO programme framework, the following position is open only to nationals of the Republic of Korea. For detailed information on the JPO Programme and recruitment criteria, please visit

Languages (required): Fluency in Korean and English.

Applicants should submit a Certificate of English proficiency test: Applicants should score a minimum of (i) TOEFL iBT 100 or (ii) TEPS 430 or (iii) IELTS 7 or (iv) TOEIC 900

• TOEFL ‘Home Edition’ score is accepted while ‘MyBest Scores’ are not accepted
• IELTS General Training and Academic test are both accepted
• Test scores are valid for 2 years after the test date
  
  

Age Requirement: Not older than 32 years of age as of 31 December, 2024 (born after 1 January, 1992). The maximum age limit for those who served in the military will be extended accordingly:

• One year will be extended for those who served for less than one year;
• Two years will be extended for those who served for more than one year and less than two years;
• Three years will be extended for those who served for two years or more.
  
  

Military service: Male applicants shall have completed the Korean military service or be exempted from it. Those who will be discharged from military service in the year of the application may also apply.

Attachments needed (please note that once the application is submitted in the system, you cannot go back to upload documents or edit information)

• A copy of CV and brief motivation letter in English that explains why you're the perfect candidate for the position by using examples of your interests and achievements
• A scanned copy of applicant’s Resident Register in English
• Copy of your Bachelor's/Master degree certificate in English
• Copy of English proficiency test certificate. Please check the minimum requirements/scores above.
• Only for male applicants who have completed the national military service: A certificate of Korean Military Service in English: The maximum age limit for those who served in the military will be extended in accordance with the Support for Discharged Soldiers Act and the Military Service Law.
• Only for low-income applicants: A scanned copy of a certificate of National Basic Livelihood Security Recipients issued in Korean and its unofficial translation in English.
• Only for persons with disability: A scanned copy of a certificate of person with disability issued in Korean and English.
  
  

Applicants can apply for a maximum of two JPO positions sponsored by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea during the year of application

For general information on the JPO Programme of the Republic of Korea, please visit the website of the International Organizations Recruitment Center, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea:

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