Category Archives: Job Postings

Academic Job: Postdoctoral Fellowship in European, Russian and Eurasian Studies (Carleton U.)

Deadline for Applications: August 15, 2017

The Institute of European, Russian and Eurasian Studies (EURUS) at Carleton University welcomes applications for a postdoctoral fellowship. The fellowship will allow a scholar to spend one or two academic years, beginning in October 2017, in residence at Carleton University (Ottawa, Canada). The fellow will work under the mentorship of a faculty member at EURUS.

Thematic focus: We particularly welcome applications by scholars with a regional specialization in the Russian Federation or South-Eastern Europe. We will also accept applications from candidates whose research relates to other post-Soviet states. As an interdisciplinary institute, EURUS welcomes applications from candidates with a variety of disciplinary backgrounds, including History, Political Science, Anthropology and Sociology, Economics, Law and Legal Studies, and other fields in the humanities and social sciences. Continue reading →

Academic Job: Assistant Professor of Russian Studies (Macalester College)

Deadline for Applications: October 1, 2017

The Department of Russian Studies at Macalester College announces an opening for a tenure-track position in Russian Studies, to begin in Fall 2018, at the rank of Assistant Professor (in an exceptional case, a more advanced appointment may be considered). Applicants should have a PhD at the time of appointment in the field of Russian history, culture, or related subjects and possess native or near-native proficiency in Russian and English. The successful candidate, whose tenure home would be in Russian Studies, would teach Russian language as well as courses that would cover Russia and the neighboring region historically. Scholarly promise, college teaching experience, an interdisciplinary approach to the teaching of Russian Studies, strong interest in teaching language, and knowledge of current pedagogical methodologies are highly desirable.

The position entails teaching five courses per year, including two Russian language courses and three others, at least two of which can be cross-listed with the History department. We are looking for dynamic, broadly trained, theoretically informed scholar-teachers with training in historical inquiry, who are committed to the study of Russian history and culture as an integral part of the undergraduate liberal arts curriculum. The successful candidate will join Macalester’s Russian Studies faculty in active program building. Continue reading →

Job: Opportunities with Journal “Eurasian Geography & Economics”

Application Deadline: September 1, 2017

The Taylor & Francis published journal, “Eurasian Geography & Economics,” has experienced positive growth and evolution over the decades. In its current incarnation, the journal is in excellent shape with robust submissions and a timely review-to-publication rate. Colleagues interested in contributing to its continued success are invited to submit applications for editor-in-chief and associate editor positions.  The application deadline is September 1, 2017.

Informal inquiries are welcome and may be directed to its editor-in-chief: John (Johno) O’Loughlin, johno@colorado.edu.

For more information and to apply, click here.

Job: Head, Rule of Law, OSCE (Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina)

Application Deadline: July 26, 2017

PAE-REACT, under contract with the U.S. Department of State, is seeking applications from well-qualified U.S. citizens for the following position within the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE):

Head, Rule of Law
Duty Station: Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Vacancy Number: VNBAHS00812
Area of Expertise: Rule of Law
Level:  Middle Management

Application Deadline: Apply by July 26 for full consideration.

Click https://www.pae.com/careers-react-opportunities see all PAE-REACT opportunities, to link to the full vacancy announcement and to apply.

The direct link to PAE-REACT’s online application is located at:  https://www.pae.com/careers-react-application.

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Job: Head, Human Dimension Department, OSCE (Kyiv)

Application Deadline: July 21, 2017

PAE-REACT, under contract with the U.S. Department of State, is seeking applications from well-qualified U.S. citizens for the following position within the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE):

Head, Human Dimension Department

Duty Station: Kyiv, Ukraine
Vacancy Number: VNSMUS00584
Area of Expertise: Human Rights
Level:  Senior Management

Application Deadline: Apply by July 21 for full consideration.

Click https://www.pae.com/careers-react-opportunities see all PAE-REACT opportunities, to link to the full vacancy announcement and to apply.

The direct link to PAE-REACT’s online application is located at:  https://www.pae.com/careers-react-application. Continue reading →

Job: OSCE Anti-Corruption Adviser (Serbia)

Deadline for Applications: July 04, 2017

Anti-Corruption Adviser

Duty Station: Serbia
Vacancy Number: VNSRMS00484
Area of Expertise: Rule of Law
Level:  Senior Professional
Application Deadline: Apply by July 4 for full consideration.

Click https://www.pae.com/careers-react-opportunities see all PAE-REACT opportunities, to link to the full vacancy announcement and to apply.

The direct link to PAE-REACT’s online application is located at:  https://www.pae.com/careers-react-application.

More specifically, PAE-REACT is seeking an Anti-Corruption Advisor with a law degree and/or other advanced degree and minimum six years of relevant experience including in economic crime, criminal justice and/or law enforcement. The successful candidate will advise on anti-corruption laws, regulations, policies, strategies, projects; manage implementation of project activities on anti-corruption, government transparency, anti-bribery, investigation and prosecution in cooperation with international, national and local stakeholders; and will have strong drafting, communications, and project management skills.

Please be sure to enter the relevant vacancy number and cover letter addressing the requirements of the post. PAE-REACT will review applications as received and may begin interviewing short-listed candidates as early as July 3 in order to make nominations by the relevant OSCE closing deadline of July 6.  Only finalists will be contacted.

Job: OSCE Program Coordinator (Serbia)

Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2017

Project Coordinator

Duty Station: Serbia
Vacancy Number: VNSRMS00489
Area of Expertise: Democratization
Level:  Senior Professional
Application Deadline: Apply by June 30 for full consideration.

Click https://www.pae.com/careers-react-opportunities see all PAE-REACT opportunities, to link to the full vacancy announcement and to apply.

The direct link to PAE-REACT’s online application is located at:  https://www.pae.com/careers-react-application.

More specifically, PAE-REACT is seeking a project coordinator to ensure results-based management and implementation of and reporting on project funds in compliance with OSCE programmatic guidelines and regulations in the areas of democratization, police affairs, media, and rule of law and human rights; to co-ordinate a project on “Countering Violent Extremism and Radicalization Threats”; as well as to advise and support to the host country’s Strategy and Action Plan for the Prevention and Countering of Terrorism; to develop initiatives to promote municipal inter-communal dialogue including civic/youth engagement; and to liaise with national, international and civil society counterparts.

Please be sure to enter the relevant vacancy number and cover letter addressing the requirements of the post. PAE-REACT will review applications as received and will begin interviewing short-listed candidates immediately in order to make nominations by the relevant OSCE closing deadline of July 6.  Only finalists will be contacted.

Job: Foreign Service Diplomatic Courier (Dept. of State)

Deadline for Applications: June 26, 2017

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
United States Department of State
An Equal Opportunity Employer
How to Apply

Position Title: Diplomatic Security: Foreign Service Diplomatic Courier
Open Period: 6/21/2017 – 6/27/2017
Salary: $39,954-$58,674 Per Year
Duty Locations: MANY vacancies – Department of State Posts – Overseas and Domestic, United States
Position Information: Work Schedule is Full-time – Permanent after being tenured in the Foreign Service by the Tenure Boards.

Who May Apply

Must be a U.S. citizen. Potential applicants should read the entire announcement to ensure that they meet all of the requirements and understand a Foreign Service career.

Applicants may not reapply for one year after the previous application for the same position.

If a State Department Suitability Review Panel denied suitability in the last two years, you may not apply (except Diplomatic Security Special Agent (SA) candidates whose denial was based solely on the unique requirements for SAs.)

Job Overview

Summary

About the Agency

The U.S. Department of State, our country’s lead foreign policy agency, provides a rich international experience whether at home or abroad, and opportunities to become responsible leaders. Each day, our employees make a difference as they contribute to our global society and defend and advance our country’s interests and values. They work on the business of diplomacy and high priority issues that impact the safety, security, and prosperity of our world – human rights, environment, energy, food security, public health, and technology – all while experiencing a unique career. Our talented workforce reflects and champions all of our strengths and diversity – personal, professional, and educational. We offer a workplace that values and rewards leadership, collaboration and innovation, and personal and professional development.

Foreign Service Diplomatic Couriers assist in worldwide security programs that provide secure transportation services for Department of State classified diplomatic pouches. Diplomatic Couriers safeguard and escort diplomatic pouches containing classified and sensitive material between U.S. diplomatic missions overseas and the Department of State. The Department carries out this mission at more than 275 embassies and consulates around the world, offices in the metropolitan Washington, D.C. area and other locations in the U.S.

Diplomatic Couriers spend most of their career in a constant state of travel. Couriers are assigned to regional offices and travel from these postings to constituent embassies and consulates in the region. Continue reading →

Job: Technical ICT Expert-Satellite Transmission/Data Security (Kyiv, Ukraine)

Deadline for Applications: June 25, 2017

Technical ICT Expert (Satellite Transmission/Data Security)
Duty Station: Kyiv and eastern Ukraine
Vacancy Number: VNSMUS00570
Area of Expertise: IT & Info Management
Level:  Senior Professional
Application Deadline: Apply by June 25 for full consideration.
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PAE is seeking a Technical Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Expert to act as a focal point and provider of user support for all Surveillance technologies with ICT equipment (LAN Operating systems, e-mail, databases, security software, cameras, and other sensors, switches, firewalls, modems microwave links and internet lines); including installation, configuration, testing, deployment, monitoring, trouble shooting, performing backups and data restoration; and ensuring security including anti-virus protection for hardware, software and data.

In order to receive full consideration, interested parties are advised to create an online application at:https://www.pae.com/careers-react-application, enter the relevant vacancy number and cover letter. PAE-REACT will review applications as received and will begin interviewing short-listed candidates on “full consideration” date in order to make nominations by the relevant OSCE closing deadline.  Only finalists will be contacted.

Job: Deputy Team Leader of Monitors (Kyiv, Ukraine)

Deadline for Applications: June 25, 2017

Post Title: Deputy Team Leader of Monitors
Duty Station: Kyiv and eastern Ukraine
Vacancy Number: VNSMUS00572
Area of Expertise: General Staff/Monitoring
Level:  Middle Management
Application Deadline: Apply by June 25 for full consideration.
Click https://www.pae.com/careers-react-opportunities see all REACT opportunities;
to link to the full vacancy announcement and to apply.

PAE is seeking a Deputy Team Leader of Monitors to manage a monitoring team in accordance with Head of Office instructions, SMM mandate and structure, all SMM safety and security protocols;  enforce efficient performance of guidance, directives, operational tasks, compliance with OSCE regulations and rules, and evaluation of performance; ensures coherent communication and information flows, such as daily, weekly and special reporting between Team and Head Office; monitors political, security, human/minority rights, gender situation; contribute to development of SM policy and practices including gender integration; and act as Team Leader as needed.

In order to receive full consideration, interested parties are advised to create an online application at:https://www.pae.com/careers-react-application, enter the relevant vacancy number and cover letter. PAE-REACT will review applications as received and will begin interviewing short-listed candidates on “full consideration” date in order to make nominations by the relevant OSCE closing deadline.  Only finalists will be contacted.