Associate Program Officer FT_LT

Development Agenda Coordination Division, Regional and National Development Sector

Contract Duration - 2 years (maximum cumulative length of 5 years)

Duty Station:
Geneva, Switzerland (CH-Geneva)

Final date to receive applications: 06-Jan-2026, 11:59:00 PM CET

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.

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).

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

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.

• Contribute to the preparation of documentation and reports for the Committee on Development and Intellectual Property (CDIP).
• Provide substantive support for coordination, implementation and evaluation of activities, and for their mainstreaming in the work of the Organization.
• 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.
• 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.
• Participate in missions and meetings, provide technical input, support project management activities and assist with the implementation of the Development Agenda action points.
• Provide logistical, administrative and substantive support with regards to the organization of Committee sessions and other CDIP-related meetings.
• Establish and maintain contact with relevant internal and external stakeholders as directed, including Member States and intergovernmental organizations.
• Perform other related duties as required.

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

• 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 in project management.
• Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English.
• Knowledge of other official UN languages.

• 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 policy making.
• 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.
• Communicating effectively.
• Showing team spirit.
• Demonstrating integrity.
• Producing results.
• Showing service orientation.
• Seeing the big picture.
• Seeking change and innovation.
• Developing yourself and others.

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