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1. ย ย ย Organizational Context
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a.ย ย ย Organizational Setting
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The post is located in the Operations and Support Section of the Business Applications Division. The Section implements the service management framework for the portfolio of business applications supporting the PCT, a highly successful patent filing treaty. The Section delivers work in close collaboration with the application development teams, infrastructure teams and end users. It delivers service desk, information architecture, release and deployment coordination and systems operation services to the PCT.
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b.ย ย ย Purpose Statement
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The main role of the incumbent is to interpret business requirements emanating from the treaty, to analyze, propose and subsequently develop, or oversee internal or off-shore development of, technical solutions designed to meet those requirements. The incumbent will demonstrate strong autonomy skills and the ability to interact with different stakeholders.
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c.ย ย ย Reporting Lines
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The incumbent works under the supervision of the Head, Operations and Support Section.
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d.ย ย ย Work Relations
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The incumbent works regularly with other staff of the Operations and Support Section, as well as staff from across the Business Applications Division. The incumbent will also work with a variety of requesters across the Organization mostly from the PTS Sector and particular from PCT Business Development Division. The incumbent will also liaise directly with National and Region PCT Offices, in particular with the Japan Patent Office (JPO).
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2.ย ย ย ย Duties and Responsibilities
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The incumbent will perform the following principal duties:
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a.ย Develop large and/or complex software applications programs from supplied specifications using agreed standards and tools, to achieve a well-engineered result.
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b.ย Manage, coordinate or contribute to large and/or complex software development projects.
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c.ย Manage, coordinate or contribute to the analysis and design, including their documentation, of computer systems according to established standards, including specifically, the modification and implementation of XML (extensible markup language) technology used for data exchange and storage.
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d.ย Provide software support for large and/or complex computer systems, in particular to facilitate the processing of patents with Japan-specific requirements (including an understanding of Japanese, the Japan Patent Office (JPO) and JPO automation systems) and to facilitate the transition for Japanese users of the PCT to software produced at WIPO.
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e.ย Provide link, where appropriate, between the project and users, internal or external, in the development, integration, installation and testing of system components.
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f.ย ย Keep informed of developing technologies and their application.
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g.ย Perform other related duties as required.
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3.ย ย ย ย Requirements
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Education (Essential)
First-level university degree.
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Education (Desirable)
Certification in Java, UNIX, System architecture, Web application design, project management (PRINCE2).
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Experience (Essential)
At least six years of relevant professional experience, including in systems analysis and design tools and methods, preferably of which two years related to intellectual property.
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Experience in project management.
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Experience in Java, and/or Web-based technologies and database environments.
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Language (Essential)
Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English and Japanese.
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Job Related Competencies (Essential)
Strong knowledge of XML and its applications.
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Solid knowledge of patents including some knowledge of the PCT.
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Proficiency in one or more of the following: business analysis, software development process improvement, problem management, release and deployment management, system software, security administration, continuity management, emerging technology, enterprise architecture.
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Ability to select appropriately from applicable ICT standards, methods, tools and applications.
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Ability to apply an analytical and systematic approach to problem solving.
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Ability to plan, schedule and monitor work and meet time and quality targets.
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Ability to present complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
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Ability to rapidly absorb new technical information and apply it effectively.
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Competent user of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), internet applications and tools used to validate XML and HTML.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
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4.ย ย ย ย Organizational Competencies
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1.ย ย ย Communicating effectively.
2.ย ย ย Showing team spirit.
3.ย ย ย Demonstrating integrity.
4.ย ย ย Valuing diversity.
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