EU Delegation Seeks Policy Assistant for UN Horizontal Issues Section in New York
The European Union Delegation to the United Nations in New York is recruiting a Policy Assistant for its Political 4 - UN Horizontal Issues Section. This role involves supporting the Head of Section in coordinating experts from EU Member States during intergovernmental negotiations on the UN General Assembly Fifth Committee's agenda, focusing primarily on accountability-related issues. The position requires assisting with the System of Administration of Justice at the UN, Joint Inspection Unit reviews, and the Office of Internal Oversight Services. The successful candidate will also draft policy language for negotiations, support consultations within the EU, and contribute to reports and political assessments. The job offers a two-year contract with potential renewals, leading to a maximum of seven years of employment, and possibly an indefinite contract, depending on budgetary and operational considerations.