Project Officer
JOB DETAIL
DUTY STATION
Geneva, Switzerland
COMMENCEMENT OF DUTY
To be determinedNATURE OF APPOINTMENT
Fixed-term – 2 years
Organizational Unit
Atmospheric Environment Research (AER) Division
Science and Innovation Department
WMO is committed to achieving diversity and a balanced workforce. Applications are welcome from qualified women and men, including those with disabilities. The statutory retirement age after 1 January 2014 is 65. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the supervision of the Senior Scientific Officer, Infrastructure Department and the Chief of the Atmospheric Environment Research (AER) Division in the Science and Innovation Department, the incumbent will perform the following duties:
(a) Provide technical support in organization of the Integrated Global Greenhouse Gas Information System (IG3IS) Steering Committee and related IG3IS events;
(b) Provide assistance with the coordination of the ongoing IG3IS pilot and demonstration projects and with the organization of the consultations in the countries for the performance of IG3IS feasibility studies;
(c) Prepare technical reports of the meetings;
(d) Assist with the resource mobilization for the new/ongoing IG3IS pilot projects;
(e) Communicate with the ongoing IG3IS pilot and demonstration projects and assist in development of the status reports;
(f) Support modernization and conduct regular updates of the IG3IS webpage;
(g) Assist with the development of the IG3IS outreach materials and communication tools;
(h) Carry out other relevant duties as required.
| QUALIFICATIONS | ||
| Education Bachelor of Science or equivalent from a recognized university or technical institute in atmospheric or environmental sciences, environmental policy, geography, climatology, meteorology, engineering, or a closely related field. A Master’s degree or equivalent would be an advantage. |
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| Experience At least three years of combined national and international progressively responsible experience in a project support role. Knowledge of greenhouse gases and atmospheric pollution international programmes; experience in organizing meetings, drafting and reviewing of technical reports and project proposals and related documents, and in supporting outreach activities. |
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| Other requirements Sense of responsibility, flexibility, maturity of judgement, initiative, originality of ideas and ability to work independently and in a team. Proven ability to write reports and documents. Excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal and analytical skills. Some knowledge of the activities of WMO or other United Nations agencies. Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Ability to work in a multicultural environment and foster diversity and team spirit. |
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| Languages Excellent knowledge of English. Knowledge of other official languages of the Organization would be an advantage. (Note: The official languages of the Organization are Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish.) |
The Secretary-General may appoint a candidate at a grade below the advertised grade of the post, with the possibility of promotion to that grade within three years of appointment, subject to satisfactory appraisal of performance.
| SALARY AND ALLOWANCES | |
| Annual net base salary on initial appointment is: US$ 50377 | |
| Annual post adjustment on initial salary is: US$ 45339 (in addition to the net base salary) | |
Additional Information:
Only applicants in whom WMO has a further interest will be contacted.
Shortlisted candidates may be required to sit a written assessment and/or an interview.Date of issue of vacancy notice: 12 February 2024
