Lead, Cloud Center of Competence

Architecture and Technology Division, Information and Communication Technology Department, Administration, Finance and Management Sector

Grade - P4

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

Duty Station : CH-Geneva

Publication Date : 08-Aug-2025 Application Deadline : 05-Sep-2025, 4:59:00 PM

This post is a limited-term fixed-term post.

**1.**Organizational Context**

a. **Organizational Setting**

The post is located in the Architecture and Technology Division, Information and Communication Technology Department, Administration and Management Sector.

The Architecture & Technology Division (ATD) delivers governance, capabilities, support and services to implement WIPO's MTSP, and defines the IT enterprise and solution architecture vision and roadmap. Through its Centers of Competence, it supplies IT products and projects with specialized Design capabilities, while also defining standards and best practices. The Division is responsible for designing, implementing and managing relevant IT platforms and infrastructure, and empowers WIPO staff and resources to execute their business objectives efficiently and collaboratively by designing and servicing the Digital Workplace.

Our goal is to be a reliable and accessible partner to the organization that provides modern, easy-to-use, and secure digital building blocks to generate value, acting as a partner and enabler.

b. **Purpose Statement**

A Cloud Centre of Competence (CCoC) is a pivotal entity within IT, dedicated to driving cloud adoption, best practices, and governance. The CCoC is responsible for establishing cloud strategies, policies, and frameworks that align with business objectives. It ensures efficient cloud architecture, cost management, and security compliance. The team promotes innovation, enhances operational efficiency, and facilitates continuous improvement through standardized processes. Key deliverables include cloud governance models, automation frameworks, training programs, and performance metrics. Ultimately, the CCoC aims to streamline cloud initiatives, optimize resource utilization, and foster a culture of competence in cloud computing.

The position is responsible for leading the Cloud Center of Competence.

c. **Reporting Lines**

The incumbent works under the supervision of the Director of the Architecture and Technology Division.

d. **Work Relations**

**2.**Duties and Responsibilities**

The incumbent will perform the following principal duties:
**a.**Lead and mentor the CCoC team and foster a culture of competence in cloud computing.

**b.**Develop and implement cloud strategies and policies.

**c.**Design and optimize cloud architecture and infrastructure.

**d.**Establish and enforce cloud governance models and automation frameworks.

**e.**Ensure robust security measures and compliance standards.

**f.**Manage cloud costs and resource utilization effectively.

**g.**Promote innovation and operational efficiency through standardized processes.

**h.**Develop and deliver training programs and performance metrics.

**i.**Provide alignment between Enterprise Architecture and the Cloud Center of Competence.

**j.**Establish processes to evaluate and develop new cloud patterns.

**3.**Requirements**

**Education (Essential)**

Advanced university degree in Computer Science or other STEM discipline. A first-level university degree plus two years of relevant experience in addition to the years of experience requested below may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

AWS Certification: DevOps Engineer Professional.

**Education (Desirable)**

TOGAF certification.

AWS Solution Architect Certification: Professional.

**Experience (Essential)**

At least seven years of experience as a Solutions Architect, with 5+ years in Senior Cloud Architect Role.

Experience and proven track record of driving cloud adoption and innovation.

**Experience (Desirable)**

Application development background.

Microsoft Azure or Google Cloud architecture experience.

Working experience in the context of an international organization.

**Language (Essential)**

Excellent written and spoken knowledge of English.

**Language (Desirable)**

Knowledge of other UN official languages, particularly French.

**Job Related Competencies (Essential)**

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to clearly articulate and communicate design and implementation choices.

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.

Demonstrated capacity to deliver results that require active involvement of resources across the organization.

Comfort with reaching across functional borders.

Ability to interact and gain strong and stable support from multiple stakeholders.

Familiarity with a broad range of technologies supplemented by in-depth knowledge in specific are