Program Officer

TISC Development Section, Technology and Innovation Support Division, IP for Innovators Department (IPID), IP and Innovation Ecosystems Sector Contract Duration - 1 year Duty Station: CH-Geneva Application Deadline: 03-Dec-2025 IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING APPLICATION DEADLINE: please note that the deadline for applications is indicated in local time as per the time zone of the applicant’s location. 1. Organizational Context Organizational Setting The position is located in the TISC Development Section of the Technology and Innovation Support Division in the IP for Innovators Department, IP and Innovation Ecosystems Sector. The Department is responsible for supporting researchers, innovators, universities and research institutions to use IP as a tool for growth and sustainable development. The Section is responsible for ensuring the sustainable development of Technology and Innovation Support Centers (TISCs). Purpose Statement The main role of the post is to contribute to the sustainable development of TISCs by designing, developing, and ensuring the effective implementation of program and project activities to reinforce individual capabilities of TISC staff, including supporting the effective use of WIPO services and resources. Reporting Lines The incumbent works under the supervision of the Head of the Section. Work Relations The incumbent works in close coordination with other members of the Division and other parts of the Organization including the National and Regional Development, Global Challenges and Partnerships, Patents and Technology, and Infrastructure and Platforms Sectors and with government authorities designated to coordinate national TISC networks (“TISC focal points”) and representatives of TISC host institutions designated to manage specific TISCs (“TISC managers”). 2. Duties and Responsibilities The incumbent will perform the following principal duties: a. Design and develop program and project activities to reinforce individual capabilities of TISC staff, in particular within the framework of TISC Staff Certification, including by proposing new program and project activities and associated services and products and improvements to existing program and project activities and associated services and products for consideration by the Head of Section. b. Ensure the integration of activities to reinforce the individual capabilities of TISC staff and promote the effective use of WIPO services and resources (particularly the PCT, Madrid, and Hague systems) into development projects to build the capacities of national TISC networks and their members. c. Further develop, maintain, and ensure the consistent application of a competency framework defining the specific skills, knowledge, behaviors, and attributes required for TISC staff to effectively deliver services, including in the areas of IP search, IP analytics, IP management, IP commercialization, and IP licensing. d. Propose policies and guidelines for consideration by the Head of Section to support the development and continuous improvement of training resources and reference materials for TISC staff, in particular in the areas of IP search and new product development, taking into account the competency framework defined for TISC staff, the training needs of TISC staff, and best practices in training design and delivery. e. Participate in training seminars to reinforce the knowledge and skills of TISC staff, in particular in the areas of IP search and new product development. f. Maintain contacts with national TISC focal points and TISC managers to support the effective planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development projects to establish and build TISCs, including their capacity to support the effective use of WIPO services and resources. g. Perform other related duties as required. 3. Requirements First-level university degree in science, engineering, economics, law, international relations or related field. Experience (Essential) At least six years of relevant professional experience in the field of intellectual property and innovation. At least two years of experience in designing, developing, and/or implementing training programs and/or projects in the field of intellectual property and/or innovation. Experience in program and/or project management. Experience working in and/or with institutions in developing countries. Experience working with public sector organizations, in particular at the international level. Excellent written and spoken knowledge of English. Knowledge of other United Nations languages. Job Related Competencies (Essential) Strong knowledge of training needs assessment and/or training design. Strong knowledge of patent information and patent search. Ability to communicate information clearly, both orally and in writing. Excellent analytical and organizational skills. Ability to work on own initiative and as a member of a team. Knowledge of WIPO's Global IP Services, particularly the PCT, Madrid, and Hague systems. Good communication and interpersonal skills and ability to maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. Competent user of Microsoft Office applications and able to adapt quickly to new software. Job Related Competencies (Desirable) Knowledge of current project management methodologies such as the Logical Framework Approach (LFA) or Project Cycle Management (PCM) or PRINCE2. 1. Communicating effectively. 2. Showing team spirit. 3. Demonstrating integrity. 5. Producing results. 6. Showing service orientation. 7. Seeing the big picture. 8. Seeking change and innovation. 9. Developing yourself and others. For more information, including on the salaries and benefits, please check the WIPO Careers website. #J-18808-Ljbffr