The OSCE offers contracted positions at the Secretariat and in its Institutions. A small number of Mission positions, mainly in the area of administration, are also hired on a contract basis.
Postgraduate specialization is necessary for a number of positions.
The OSCE applies a system of rotation for Professional posts whereby Grades P1 to P4 will not exceed a total period of service of 7 years. For P5 posts this period is limited to 5 years. For posts in the Professional category, the OSCE offers an international remuneration package based on United Nations rates, including the costs of interview and appointment travel and removal expenses. The necessary qualifications for the various positions are indicated in each vacancy notice. Posts in the General Service category are not subject to the system of rotation.