VACANCY NOTICE NO: 2198, REV.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION:
1 September 2022
Recruitment Completed
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POST
Junior Innovation Officer
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GRADE
P1
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DUTY STATION
Geneva, Switzerland
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COMMENCEMENT OF DUTY
To be determined
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NATURE OF APPOINTMENT
Fixed-term - 2 years
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ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT
Governance Services Department
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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.
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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the overall guidance of the Business Innovation Officer, the incumbent will perform the following duties:
(a) Provide relevant research and data to support the Business Innovation Officer in implementation of business transformation solutions applicable to Governance Services (GS) activities and those of technical departments;
(b) Participate in the design, implementation and support of GS-specific IT applications;
(c) Assist in the analysis of GS work processes and practices; document processes and workflows;
(d) Remain up-to-date on new trends, approaches and technologies, particularly those that could be potentially applied to the GS department and the Organization;
(e) Assist the Business Innovation Officer in promoting and supporting a culture of innovation across the Organization;
(f) Provide support to the ongoing projects and activities of the Business Innovation Officer;
(g) Assist in the preparation of drafts of background papers, studies, reports, etc.;
(h) Carry out other relevant duties as required.
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QUALIFICATIONS
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Education
Master's degree or equivalent in computer science, engineering, social sciences, public administration or a closely related field. A Bachelor's degree or equivalent may be accepted if accompanied by relevant experience.
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Experience
A minimum of one year of relevant experience.
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Other requirements
Experience in software design and implementation. Excellent analytical and planning skills. Demonstrated ability to maintain collaborative working methods, simultaneously with a range of stakeholders. Ability to draft clear and succinct communications, project proposals and reports. Excellent knowledge of Microsoft 365 Business applications. Ability to work in a multicultural environment and to foster diversity and team spirit.
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Languages
Excellent knowledge of English (both oral and written). 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.)
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Possibility of renewal subject to the availability of funds and pending satisfactory performance after an initial probationary period of one year which can be extended up to a maximum of two years.
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| SALARY AND ALLOWANCES |
Annual net base salary on initial appointment is: US$ 39401 |
Annual post adjustment on initial salary is: US$ 26280 (in addition to the net base salary) |
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Additional Information:
CANDIDATES WHO APPLIED TO VN 2198 WILL BE DULY CONSIDERED AND DO NOT NEED TO RE-APPLY.
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.
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| Date of issue of vacancy notice:
11 August 2022
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