Lead CIVIC’s engagement with UN bodies (Security Council, General Assembly, DPO, DPPA, and OCHA) and Permanent Missions to ensure PoC remains a strategic priority.
Represent CIVIC in multilateral forums, thematic briefings, and UN consultations.
Build and sustain strategic relationships with diplomatic actors, policy-makers , and key influencers in New York.
In collaboration with CIVIC’s senior management and relevant technical colleagues, develop and lead implementation of CIVIC’s global engagement and humanitarian diplomacy strategy.
Design and execute targeted advocacy strategies on peace operations, civilian harm mitigation, and defense engagement.

Requirements

Advanced degree (MA, MS, JD, or equivalent) in international relations, political science, law, or related field.
Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience in humanitarian, human rights, peace and security, or multilateral affairs.
At least 5 years of direct experience engaging with the UN system and Permanent Missions in New York.
Previous high level diplomatic experience and engagement with Member States is a strong asset.
Proven expertise in peacekeeping, protection of civilians, international humanitarian law, and related policy areas.
Demonstrated track record in multilateral advocacy, strategic influence, and coalition leadership.

Benefits

CIVIC seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool in the belief that this is critical to achieving our goals. We strongly encourage applications from persons with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

humanitarian diplomacypeacekeepingprotection of civiliansinternational humanitarian lawmultilateral advocacystrategic influencecoalition leadership

Soft Skills

relationship buildingstrategic thinkingcommunicationnegotiationleadership

Certifications

advanced degreeMAMSJD