Vacancy: Political Advisor and Speechwriter
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Vacancy: Political Advisor and Speechwriter

  •   APPLY BY 25 MARCH 2024
  • 2/22/2024
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    ​​The Permanent Mission of Israel to the United Nations and International Organizations in Geneva is looking for a Political Advisor and Speechwriter. ​​
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    An excellent opportunity for a dynamic, eloquent and highly motivated individual to play a key role in the Mission’s work and to contribute to strengthening Israel’s presence at the United Nations.

    The candidate will assist the diplomatic staff of the Mission in performing a wide range of tasks including participating in multilateral meetings, monitoring and analyzing political developments taking place in United Nation agencies in Geneva, particularly the United Nations Human Rights Council and taking part of multilateral negotiations. The candidate will assist in the drafting of a variety of texts including speeches, public interventions, letters, concept notes, diplomatic notes and messages to be used in social media channels, as well as participate in the development of diplomatic strategies.

    Essential qualifications, skills and experience:
      
    • A university degree in international relations, political science, public affairs, communications, Middle East studies or another related field
    • Native speaker of English, knowledge of Hebrew and other UN languages is a plus
    • Proven experience in writing speeches
    • Ability to produce succinct and accurate political analysis
    • Firm understanding of current Israel / Middle East affairs
    • Excellent interpersonal and team-working skills;
    • Creativity, flexibility and excellent communications skills, including social media
    • Ability to work well in a high-pressure environment and meet tight deadlines

    Desirable qualifications, skills and experience:

    • At least 2 years of experience in public affairs and/or English writing and editing, preferably in an international environment such as the UN 
    • Experience of the UN or other multilateral/regional systems

    Position & Application:

      Application deadline: 25 March 2024
      Type of Position: Full-Time 
      Location: Geneva
      Competitive salary, benefits include transport and health insurance allowance and pension contribution. 

      Please send your CV and Cover letter to work@geneva.mfa.gov.il by 25th of March, 2024. 
      The successful candidate will be subject to professional background check and security clearance.