Programme Officer Energy Security OSCE Vienna P-3 NORDEM (This position is only open to candidates with Norwegian citizenship)
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Job Summary
NORCAP works to improve aid to better protect and empower people affected by crisis and climate change. We do this by providing expertise and solutions to humanitarian development and peacebuilding partners because we believe working together is the best way to reduce needs risks and vulnerability over time. We seek and promote more effective ways of working at the global level and in the field. NORCAPs aim is not only to reduce needs but also to create choice and opportunity for vulnerable people. NORCAP works with and through our partners to improve aid in two complementary ways:
- We provide targeted expertise to strengthen our partners response.
- We collaborate with partners to develop solutions to unmet gaps and challenges.
This role directly supports NORCAPs mission by strengthening international cooperation and evidencebased action on energy securityan area that underpins economic stability environmental resilience and broader human security.
The Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) applies a comprehensive approach to security addressing politicomilitary economicenvironmental and human dimensions across its 57 participating States. Within the OSCE Secretariat in Vienna the Office of the Coordinator of Economic and Environmental Activities (OCEEA) advances work on sustainable energy protection of critical energy infrastructure energy efficiency and dialogue on emerging energysecurity challenges.
The Programme Officer Energy Security (Seconded to OSCE) will strengthen OCEEAs work on energy security by driving analysis partnership engagement and the design delivery and review of regional activities and projects. Success in this role means enabling evidencebased decisionmaking enhancing dialogue among participating States and supporting welldesigned initiatives that address emerging risks across the energy sector.
This is a 12month NORCAP secondment based in Vienna reporting to the Senior Energy Security Adviser at the OSCE.
As the Programme Officer Energy Security (Seconded to OSCE) you will take on the following responsibilities:
Responsibilities
- Analyse current and emerging energysecurity issues including policies market dynamics and related political trends to inform priorities and programme design.
- Lead the design implementation monitoring and evaluation of OSCE extrabudgetary and unifiedbudget projects in energy security including project proposals implementation plans reporting and donor engagement.
- Coordinate with government representatives technical specialists and multilateral partners to share information negotiate activities and strengthen cooperation.
- Review and adjust project outputs to align with national and regional priorities ensuring activities remain relevant and feasible within available resources.
- Organise and support technical meetings seminars and conferences including agenda preparation briefing materials presentations and logistical coordination.
- Prepare briefing notes speeches statements and reports for senior OSCE leadership and participating States ensuring accuracy and clarity.
- Contribute to OSCE committees forums and followup processes including Ministerial Council preparations and related negotiations.
- Undertake additional tasks that support OCEEAs broader mandate on economic and environmental security.
Qualifications
To excel in this role candidates should possess the following qualifications and skills:
- A secondlevel university degree in economics business administration law geography natural or social sciences or international relations preferably with a focus on energy.
- At least five years of progressively responsible experience in energy security and/or economicenvironmental development preferably within the OSCE region or an international setting.
- Demonstrated experience in planning implementing and managing donorfunded projects.
- Strong communication skills including drafting highquality reports speeches and analytical papers.
- Proficiency in digital tools and Microsoft Office applications.
- Demonstrated ability to integrate gender perspectives into programmes and activities.
Please read the attached terms of reference for more details before applying.
Competencies
The main competencies of a NORCAP Expert are:
- Building working relationships
- Planning and organising
- Adaptability
- Resilience
What We Offer
In recognition of your expertise and contributions we provide the following benefits and opportunities:
- Rewarding work for a renowned global organisation
- Access to a network of humanitarian peace and development professionals
- A dedicated Staff Care Unit
- Eligible for consideration for NORCAP membership and future assignments subject to a successful performance review
Our Values & Commitment (NRC / NORCAP)
NORCAP is part of the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC).
- All NRC employees are expected to act in accordance with the organisations values.
- Being dedicated innovative inclusive and accountable are behaviours and beliefs that guide how we work and how we build relationships. We are committed to creating a safe respectful and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued empowered supported and a genuine sense of belonging.
- NORCAP values diversity equity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our ability to respond effectively to the needs of people affected by crisis.
- NRC has a zerotolerance stance toward any form of exploitation or abuse including sexual exploitation abuse and harassment (SEAH) and we do not tolerate inaction when concerns arise.
- All offers are subject to reference and background checks conducted in line with our safeguarding standards and NORCAP reserves the right to conduct a full background check on shortlisted candidates.
How to Apply
Based on what you have read so far do you think you could be a good fit If so please follow these steps and apply!
- When submitting your application kindly register in English your full employment history and education. Please include your full name as written in your passport. Uploaded CVs alone will not be reviewed.
- NORCAP reserves the right to conduct a full background check on shortlisted candidates.
An approved health certificate will be required prior to contract commencement and assignment. - Feedback will be given to all applicants within four weeks after the closing of this advertisement.
- Apply before 12 April 2026 11:59PM
We look forward to receiving your application!
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The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. Join us in assisting millions of people in areas where others cannot, tackling some of the world's most dangerous and difficult crises. Bring your skills and dedication to an organ ... View more
