Associate Program Officer

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1.     Organizational Context

a.    Organizational Setting

The post is located in the Development Agenda Coordination Division (DACD), which is responsible for coordinating the implementation of the WIPO Development Agenda.

The Division serves as the Secretariat for the Committee on Development and Intellectual Property (CDIP), and facilitates its work in defining actions for the implementation of the Development Agenda and review of its implementation. For this purpose, the Division also interfaces with internal and external stakeholders and promotes a better understanding of the WIPO Development Agenda and its benefits.

b.    Purpose Statement

The incumbent is responsible for contributing to the implementation of the Development Agenda and its mainstreaming in all related programs and activities and undertaking substantive and logistic tasks for the organization of the Committee on Development and Intellectual Property (CDIP).

c.    Reporting Lines

The incumbent works under the supervision of the Director of the Division.

2.      Duties and Responsibilities

The incumbent will perform the following principal duties:

a.   Contribute to the preparation of documentation and reports for the Committee on Development and Intellectual Property (CDIP);

b.   Provide substantive support for coordination, implementation and evaluation of activities, and for their mainstreaming in the work of the Organization;

c.   Carry out research, draft reports, prepare documentation and compile information in support of the development, coordination, monitoring and evaluation of Development Agenda projects and activities;

d.   Monitor specific aspects of the Development Agenda implementation, identify problems and propose actions to improve activity and project implementation. Analyze progress, identify and document significant events, decisions or deviations and record future activities;

e.   Participate in missions or meetings, provide information and support with respect to the implementation of the Development Agenda and recommend activities or action points;

f.    Assist with the implementation of Development Agenda (DA) projects, under the responsibility of the Division;

g.   Provide logistical, administrative and substantive support with regards to the organization of Committee sessions and other CDIP-related meetings;

h.   Establish and maintain contact with relevant internal and external stakeholders as directed, including Member States and intergovernmental organizations;

i.    Perform other related duties as required.

3.      Requirements

Education (Essential)

First-level university degree in development studies, economics, international relations, law or a related discipline.

Education (Desirable)

Advanced university degree in development studies, economics, international relations, law or a related discipline.

Experience (Essential)

At least three years of relevant professional experience, including experience obtained at the international level.

Experience in supporting intergovernmental negotiations, developing plans, and coordinating and implementing decisions at an international level.

Experience (Desirable)

Experience in the field of IP and / or IP and development.

Language (Essential)

Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English.

Language (Desirable)

Knowledge of other official UN languages.

Job Related Competencies (Essential)

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.

Excellent research and analytical skills and the ability to support effective policymaking.

Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to work within strict time constraints and to meet deadlines.

Competent user of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and the internet.

4.      Organizational Competencies

1.     Communicating effectively.

2.     Showing team spirit.

3.     Demonstrating integrity.

4.     Valuing diversity.

5.     Producing results.

6.     Showing service orientation.