JOB DESCRIPTION

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.

d. Work Relations

The incumbent liaises extensively with internal stakeholders throughout the Organization, as well as external stakeholders, such as member states, IPOs, and IGO’s and NGO’s.

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. Assist in developing the Division work plans and budget; monitor budget and work plans on a regular basis; and coordinate the preparation of the Division’s inputs to the biennial WIPO Programs of Work and Budget and WIPO Performance Reports.

e. Participate in missions and meetings, provide technical input, support project management activities and assist with the implementation of the Development Agenda action points.

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

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

h. Perform other related duties as required.

3. Requirements

Education (Essential)

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

Experience (Essential)

At least three years of relevant professional experience in the field of IP, 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 project management.

Language (Essential)

Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English.

Language (Desirable)

Knowledge of other official UN languages.

Job Related Competencies (Essential)

Detail oriented with the ability to work quickly and efficiently under pressure.

Good knowledge of program monitoring and reporting.

Sound judgment; ability to quickly assess complex and fast-moving situations and developments.

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.

Tech savvy, with proven proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), internet-based tools, social media platforms, and other relevant digital technologies.

Discretion and integrity.

4. Organizational Competencies

1. Communicating effectively.

2. Showing team spirit.

3. Demonstrating integrity.

4. Valuing diversity.

5. Producing results.

6. Showing service orientation.

7. Seeing the big picture.

8. Seeking change and innovation.

9. Developing yourself and others.

5. Information

Mobility: WIPO staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the Director General and may be assigned to any activities, office or duty station of the Organization. Accordingly, the selected candidate may be required to move from time to time to new functions and/or to another duty station.

Annual salary:

Total annual salary consists of a net annual salary (net of taxes and before medical insurance and pension fund deductions) in US dollars and a post adjustment. Please note that this estimate is for information only. The post adjustment multiplier (cost of living allowance) is variable and subject to change (increase or decrease) without notice. The figures quoted below are based on the November 2025 rate of 90%

P2

Annual salary

$50,377

Post adjustment

$45,339

Total Salary

$95,716

Currency USD

Salaries and allowances are paid in Swiss francs at the official rate of exchange of the United Nations.

Please refer to WIPO’s Staff Regulation and Rules for detailed information concerning salaries, benefits and allowances.

Additional Information

* Initial fixed-term appointment of two years, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and other applicable conditions. The selected candidate’s appointment will be subject to an overall term of five years in this position, with normally no possibility of renewal beyond that term. S/he may, however, apply and be considered for other positions at WIPO.

This is not applicable to WIPO staff members on fixed-term, continuing or permanent appointments, who were recruited following a competition under Staff Regulation 4.10 (“Appointment Boards”).

This vacancy announcement may be used to fill other posts at the same grade with similar functions in accordance with Staff Rule 4.9.5.

Applications from qualified women as well as from qualified nationals of unrepresented Member States of WIPO and underrepresented geographical regions are encouraged. Please click on the following links for the list of unrepresented Member States and the list of underrepresented regions and the WIPO Member States in these regions.

The Organization reserves the right to make an appointment at a grade lower than that advertised.

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By completing an application, candidates understand that any willful misrepresentation made on this web site, or on any other documents submitted to WIPO during the application, may result in disqualification from the recruitment process, or termination of employment with WIPO at a later date, if that employment resulted from such willful misrepresentations.

In the event that your candidature is shortlisted, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of your identification and the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WIPO recognizes higher educational qualifications obtained from institutions accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list maintained by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed here: http://www.whed.net/. Some higher educational qualifications may not be listed in WHED, and will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Additional testing/interviewing may be used as a form of screening. Initial appointment is subject to satisfactory professional references.

Additional background checks may be required.