Political Affairs Officer (P3)

About the role

The Political Affairs Officer (P3) will be based in the Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary‑General for the Great Lakes, Nairobi. Reporting to the Senior Political Affairs Officer/Team Leader, the incumbent will support the implementation of the Peace, Security and Cooperation Framework for the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the wider Great Lakes region.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the monitoring of national and regional commitments under the PSC Framework.
• Assess progress, establish benchmarks and recommend follow‑up measures to the Special Envoy.
• Facilitate a comprehensive political process that includes all relevant stakeholders.
• Provide analysis of political developments in eastern DRC and the Great Lakes area.
• Prepare briefing notes, reports and recommendations for senior UN officials.

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience in political affairs, conflict resolution or peacebuilding, preferably in the African Great Lakes context.
• Ability to work in a B‑hardship duty station and collaborate with multi‑national teams.
• Strong analytical and report‑writing skills.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of French or local languages is an asset.

Required skills