SPECIAL ASSISTANT, POLITICAL AFFAIRS
United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan · KABUL · P-4 · Apply by November 20, 2026
About this role
Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). The Special Assistant, Political Affairs will be based in Kabul and will report to the DSRSG Political. Kabul is classified as an "E" hardship duty station and a non-family duty station. Responsibilities Under the direction of the DSRSG Political, the Special Assistant will be responsible for performing the following duties: - Provide substantive and practical support to the DSRSG; Keep the DSRSG informed on all matters requiring his/her attention and that of the Mission leadership; Assist in formulating options as to how those matters might be handled, and ensure appropriate follow-up, as directed. - Identify, analyze and monitor developments and emerging issues and trends that might affect the Mission's mandate, operations and management; assess implications and, in consultation with Mission components and the UN Country Team, make recommendations on possible policies, strategies and other measures to address issues of concern and to advance mandated objectives; monitor, evaluate and report on implementation. - Assist the DSRSG with the coordination and…