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Overview:

The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Organization Affairs sponsors qualified U.S. citizens for participation in the United Nations Associate Expert (AE) program. This program recruits American citizens under a bilateral agreement between the United Nations (UN) and United States government to work for the Secretariat on projects that promote international peace and security and economic and social development. AEs are appointed to the UN for a period of one year, with a possibility of an extension; depending on the AE’s performance and available funding. After completing their AE assignment, many AEs successfully compete for positions in the UN. This fully funded staffing program strengthens the capacity of the United Nations and gives U.S. citizens the experience and skills necessary to become active members of the international community.

*Updated* Eligibility:

• Education: Advanced university degree in International Relations, Political Affairs or International Law. A combination of relevant academic qualifications and extensive experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• Professional Experience: A minimum of two years experience, preferably in policy, or related research fields.
• Language: English required, French highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Must be able to relocate to New York, NY in early 2013.

Application Requirements:

The AE selection processes are carried out jointly by the Bureau of International Organization Affairs and the UN. Please send the following documents to intlorganizationjobs@state.gov with the position title as the subject line:

• Resume
• List of 3 References
• UN Personal History Form (P-11)
• Statement of Interest (500 words maximum)

The Bureau of International Organization Affairs is currently recruiting candidates for the following positions:

Please note that the following positions are open to United States citizens only.

*APPLICATION PROCESS CLOSED*
POSITION: Associate Expert in Policy Planning

DEPARTMENT: Policy and Best Practices Service, Department of Peacekeeping Operations

LOCATION: New York, NY

APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 7, 2012 11:59pm EST

Please check this page periodically for updates and subscribe to our AE email list by emailing intlorganizationjobs@state.gov. To learn more about other opportunities for American citizens in the UN and other international and regional organizations please visit our website: http://intlorganizationjobs.state.gov.