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VACANCY NOTICE NO: 2368
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION:
30 July 2025
21 day(s) until closing deadline
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Currently accepting applications
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POST
Regional GEO Liaison Officer
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GRADE
P3
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DUTY STATION
Geneva, Switzerland
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COMMENCEMENT OF DUTY
1 September 2025
or as soon as possible thereafter
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NATURE OF APPOINTMENT
Fixed-term - 1 year
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ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT
Group on Earth Observations 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
The Group on Earth Observations (GEO) is an intergovernmental partnership focused on advancing access to Earth intelligence for informed decision-making.
Regional GEOs-AfriGEO (Africa), AmeriGEO (Americas), AOGEO (Asia-Oceania), and EuroGEO (Europe)-act as regional coordination platforms. They identify regional needs and align them with GEO's global priorities to bridge local and global efforts effectively.
This position is established to contribute to the implementation of the strategy to engage with the Regional GEOs to support their activities and promote GEO's mission in their respective regions. The role will have a focus on EuroGEO while also supporting coordination across all Regional GEOs.
Under the supervision of the Chief of Member Services, the incumbent will operate independently and perform the following tasks:
ENGAGEMENT WITH REGIONAL GEOs (Approx. 60%)
- Contribute to the coordination of GEO Secretariat engagement with Regional GEO Secretariats or Co-Chairs (AfriGEO, AmeriGEO, AOGEO, EuroGEO);
- Participate on behalf of the GEO Secretariat in Regional caucus' governance meetings and events, as appropriate, and provide substantive input to the planning and execution of Regional GEO events for strategic alignment;
- Plan and organize inter-regional engagement, including quarterly virtual meetings and an annual in-person coordination event, in alignment with major GEO milestones (e.g., GEO Global Forum or Symposium);
- Prepare agendas, background documentation, talking points, meeting summaries, and action item trackers for all inter-regional meetings;
- Suggest recommendations on policy, operational improvements, and cross-regional priorities contributing to the implementation of the post-2025 GEO Strategy, and the GEO Work Programme, based on analysis of key challenges and gaps affecting Regional GEOs;
- Draft documentation such as internal briefs, talking points, policy notes, and meeting summaries with actionable recommendations for senior management;
- Liaise with and support Regional GEOs in strengthening partnerships with GEO Members and partners from the private sector to mobilize financial and in-kind contributions;
- Support visibility and dissemination efforts for Regional GEOs, coordinating with the communications team to raise the profile of regional initiatives.
EUROGEO COORDINATION AND OUTREACH (Approx. 40%)
- Coordinate the implementation of the EuroGEO Implementation Plan and foster stronger links with Horizon Europe-funded projects aligned with the GEO Work Programme, facilitating the development and integration of Earth Intelligence products in line with the Research-to-Operations (R2O) approach;
- Strengthen cooperation between European and non-European GEO stakeholders, facilitating knowledge exchange and operational uptake of European EO contributions;
- On behalf of GEO Management, liaise with strategic European partners, including the European Commission, European Space Agency, Destination Earth, and the EU Space Programme, ensuring alignment of efforts with GEO's global mandate;
- Contribute to planning efforts for European Caucus meetings and related engagement activities by the European Commission, ensuring representation of GEO Secretariat, participation of key stakeholders and alignment with regional strategic objectives;
- Encourage the development of capacity-building tools by technical partners, including training materials, toolkits, and webinars that promote the operational integration of European EO assets in GEO initiatives;
- Contribute to communications and advocacy for increased visibility and policy relevance of European contributions to GEO (e.g. through blogs, interviews).
OTHER RELATED TASKS
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor, contributing to the overall success of the Secretariat.
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QUALIFICATIONS
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Education
Master's degree (or equivalent) in Environmental Sciences and Management, Climate Sciences and Management, Geography, 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
Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in Earth Observation, environmental management, or related fields.
At least one (1) year of experience in a UN, intergovernmental, or similar multilateral environment is required.
Demonstrated experience in stakeholder coordination, especially with EO-based initiatives, is highly desirable.
Familiarity with European EO infrastructures such as Copernicus and experience with operationalization of EO services is an asset.
An established network with regional/international stakeholders is a strong advantage.
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Other requirements
- Strong strategic thinking, planning, and organizational skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with diplomatic tact.
- High proficiency in drafting technical and policy materials.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools and digital collaboration platforms.
- Ability to manage multiple complex tasks and projects independently.
- Cultural sensitivity and commitment to working in a diverse, multidisciplinary environment.
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Languages
Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of another UN language is an asset. Note: The working language of the GEO Secretariat is English.
(Note: The official languages of the Organization are Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish.)
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| SALARY AND ALLOWANCES |
Annual net base salary on initial appointment is: US$ 70212 |
Annual post adjustment on initial salary is: US$ 60101 (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:
8 July 2025
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