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VACANCY NOTICE NO: 2343
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION:
5 March 2025
11 day(s) until closing deadline
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Currently accepting applications
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POST
Associate Project Officer
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GRADE
P2
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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 - 1 year
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ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT
Group on Earth Observations (GEO) Secretariat
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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 supervision of the Climate and Biodiversity Coordinator, the candidate will be responsible for supporting the implementation of the next phase of the Global Ecosystem Atlas project.
The candidate will perform the following tasks:
Programme Planning and Coordination
- Contribute to the development and refinement of project plans and work streams, ensuring alignment with the strategic objectives of the Global Ecosystems Atlas;
- Provide analytical support in drafting work plans, monitoring frameworks, and progress reports;
- Assist in coordinating cross-functional activities involving GEO teams and external partners, fostering effective communication and collaboration;
- Support the identification and application of conceptual models and frameworks under the guidance of senior staff;
- Draft technical reports, meeting summaries, and communication materials to disseminate knowledge and raise the profile of the initiative.
Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships
- Collaborate on communication strategies to enhance the visibility of the Global Ecosystems Atlas, including the preparation of presentations, newsletters, and event materials;
- Provide inputs to outreach activities, ensuring the dissemination of consistent and compelling messages to key audiences.
Programme Communication
- Collaborate on communication strategies to enhance the visibility of the Global Ecosystems Atlas, including the preparation of presentations, newsletters, and event materials;
- Provide inputs to outreach activities, ensuring the dissemination of consistent and compelling messages to key audiences.
Other Related Tasks
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor, contributing to the overall success of the Global Ecosystems Atlas initiative.
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QUALIFICATIONS
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Education
Master's degree or equivalent in Geography, Environmental Sciences, Climate Sciences, Remote Sensing, or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
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Experience
- At least two years of demonstrated experience in project coordination and programmatic support, preferably in an international or multi-stakeholder environment.
- Experience in conducting research, analyzing data, and contributing to technical reports.
- Prior experience organizing workshops or events and facilitating collaboration with international partners.
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Other requirements
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information and provide actionable recommendations;
- Proven ability to adapt to evolving priorities and work effectively in a dynamic, collaborative environment;
- Familiarity with the tools and concepts of natural capital accounting and ecosystem monitoring;
- Proficiency in project management software and data analysis tools is desirable;
- Familiarity with the United Nations system or other international organizations will be beneficial.
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Languages
Excellent communication skills in English (both oral and written) are required. Knowledge of another UN language is an asset.
(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$ 55163 |
Annual post adjustment on initial salary is: US$ 46116 (in addition to the net base salary) |
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Additional Information:
Applications should be made online through the WMO e-recruitment system at https://erecruit.wmo.int/public/.
Do not send your application via multiple routes. Only applicants in whom GEO has a further interest will be contacted.
Shortlisted candidates may be required to sit a written test and/or an interview.
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| Date of issue of vacancy notice:
21 February 2025
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