Local Expert- Assistant to the International Adviser - UNDP Armenia Office - Yerevan

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The European Union will deploy a team of high-level EU Advisers (“EU Advisory Group) in selected key Armenian administrations to support the implementation of the EU-Armenia European Neighborhood Policy Action Plan (ENP AP - see: http://ec.europa.eu/world/enp/documents_en.htm#3 for full text).
The EU Advisory Group will work closely with the Armenian authorities to support their reforms agenda towards democracy, good governance, rule of law and market economy. Specifically, the EU Advisors will provide high-level political and technical advice to design, steer and implement reforms aiming at strengthening the capacity of the Presidency, the Legislative, Executive and Judiciary powers of Armenia in line with the ENP AP.
Under the overall guidance of the International Team Leader and direct supervision of the International Adviser to the Chairman of the National Assembly of Armenia, the incumbent will assist in coordination of implementation of the Project activities within the assigned area of responsibilities.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Anticipate, study, analyze the national legislation and assist the International Adviser in providing advise on all issues related to the implementation of the ENP Action Plan and on EU-Armenia relations;
- Assist the International Adviser in developing proposals and recommendations within the assigned areas of responsibilities;
- Provide expert support in developing recommendations on priority areas and proposals for implementing and approving relevant reforms, monitor the Government’s action to implement reforms;
- Assist the International Adviser in developing specific trainings, mechanisms and working practices on the working of the parliament and issues of interest for parliamentary activity;
- Participate in the process of writing concept papers/ proposals/ strategies/ development processes by providing expert opinion. Support in producing final product;
- Provide assistance in the organization of conferences, lectures and other events and tasks;
- Perform other duties as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Advanced University degree in Public Administration, Law, Economics or a related discipline;
- 3 to 5 years of related professional experience at national or international level;
- Good knowledge of the political groups, their staff and the Assembly's key administrative bodies;
- Excellent knowledge of institutional and legislative framework of the country;
- Experience in dealing with policies and practices;
- Strong analytical skills, ability to analyze problems, make recommendations and present proposals for improvements or change in policies and procedures;
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and team working skills;
- Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely;
- Proven ability to work as a team member;
- Good communication and networking skills;
- Ability to work under pressure;
- Willingness to occasionally work outside of normal office hours if necessary (due to the nature of the project some unsocial hours may be required);
- Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, Internet Explorer and MS Outlook);
- Written and verbal proficiency in English and Armenian languages.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Applications can be submitted through http://www.undp.am , or hard copies can be delivered to the UN House Security Desk, 14, P. Adamyan str. Please clearly indicate in your application the title of the position and the VA Number. A complete application form should consist of a letter of motivation, full CV, copies of diplomas. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.