Special Assistant, Political Affairs

About the role

The Special Assistant will support the Chief of Staff of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya, providing coordination, political analysis and management assistance in a challenging, hard‑ship duty station.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate meetings, events and correspondence for the Chief of Staff, ensuring follow‑up and briefing materials are prepared.
• Identify, analyse and monitor political developments, drafting situation reports, briefing notes and other analytical products.
• Assist in programme planning, budgeting and staff selection processes.

Required profile

• Advanced university degree in political science, international relations, law, public administration or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum five years of experience in political affairs, diplomacy or conflict resolution, including at least two years in a UN field operation or comparable international organization.
• Experience working in conflict or post‑conflict settings and, preferably, as a special assistant to a senior official.

Required skills

• Strong analytical and reporting skills for political briefings and situation reports.
• Excellent coordination and communication abilities to manage meetings, events and stakeholder relationships.