Program Officer

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a.    Organizational Setting

The post is located in the WIPO Academy in the Regional and National Development Sector.  The WIPO Academy is the core entity in WIPO for training and capacity-building activities, particularly for developing countries, LDCs and countries with economies in transition.  The Academy acts as an in-house center of excellence on training, including professional training; a catalyst for networks and partnerships to expand the range and impact of training opportunities at the national level; an open-access on-line clearing house of information on all WIPO training activities, tools and services; and a hub of virtual network of partners, experts and teachers in development-oriented IP training.  Beneficiaries of the WIPO Academy services include decision-makers, government officials, officials of national intellectual property offices and societies for collective management of copyright and related rights, intellectual property practitioners, academics, students and other stakeholders.

The WIPO Academy's Intellectual Property Institutions (IPTIs) Program, aims at creating and consolidating national/regional self-sustaining training capacities to build IP knowledge and skills on the ground. The program’s work is focused on (i) the establishment of new IPTIs; (ii) the cooperation with established IPTIs to enhance their impact; and (iii) the delivery of collective services and resources for the benefit of all IPTIs.

b.    Purpose Statement

The purpose of this position is to support the effective implementation and strategic development of the Intellectual Property Training Institutions (IPTIs) Program within the WIPO Academy. The incumbent will play a key role in managing the program’s operations and contributing to its growth, with a focus on both its educational and substantive dimensions. This includes overseeing the planning, coordination, and delivery of national and regional training initiatives, particularly in developing countries, LDCs, and countries in transition.

c.    Reporting Lines

The incumbent works under the supervision of the Counsellor of the IPTIs Program of the WIPO Academy.

d.    Work Relations

The incumbent liaises with relevant government institutions, including national IP offices, IPTIs, Permanent Missions, and Academic Institutions.  He/she has regular contact with IP experts and consultants from different fields, including business, education and digital marketing consultants.

The incumbent will perform the following principal duties:

a.  Coordinate and oversee the design, implementation and delivery of training activities and programs within the framework of the IPTIs Program, ensuring alignment with learning objectives and substantive content requirements.

b.  Contribute to the preparation of the annual work plan, support effective management of programmatic resources, including budget and operational planning.

c.  Coordinate the planning, and organization of the Training of Trainers (ToT) programs, ensuring the integration of substantive content and technical delivery methods of blended-learning modalities (synchronous and asynchronous), including within the IPTI learning management system (LMS) training spaces.

d.  Manage the IPTIs’ Network and its different online components, as well as the organization of regular Network events gathering all IPTIs to foster horizontal cooperation among them.

e.  Provide substantive support for the programs' design and preparation by the subject-matter experts.

f.   Assist in creating new evaluation tools and methods per the IPTIs ToT Module's learning objectives.

g.  Provide substantive support for the creation of collective online resources for the use of IPTIs.

h.  Contribute to the identification of existing training resources that could be utilized in new initiatives.

i.   Coordinate the data collection and statistics processing for reporting in different committees, including on the programs’ key performance indicators.

j.   Provide advice and recommendations to colleagues on IP education and perform other duties as required.

Education (Essential)

First-level university degree in law, international relations, education, or another related field.

Education (Desirable)

Advanced level degree in Intellectual Property is desirable.

Experience (Essential)

At least six years of relevant professional work experience in the field of adult education.

Experience in the design and implementation of IP capacity building programs, including with the use of new technologies.

Experience working in a multinational environment.

Experience (Desirable)

Acquired knowledge in Moodle, and experience in the implementation of training of trainers' programs.

Language (Essential)

Excellent written and spoken knowledge of English.

Language (Desirable)

Working knowledge of another UN language, preferably Spanish or French.

Job Related Competencies (Essential)

Demonstrable skills in designing, planning, delivery, and evaluating capacity building activities.

Strong ability to manage tasks in an independent manner, while providing support to other members of the team for the design and development of a wide range of programs.

Highly organized with strong sense of ownership and attention to detail.

Ability to assess learning delivery methodologies, including e-learning technologies, ensuring alignment with best practices suitable for developing countries.

Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Tech-savvy and competent user of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, with the ability to work with Learning Management Systems and quickly adapt to new software.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multicultural, environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

1.    Communicating effectively.

2.    Showing team spirit.

3.    Demonstrating integrity.

4.    Valuing diversity.

5.    Producing results.

6.    Showing service orientation.

7.    Seeing the big picture.

8.    Seeking change and innovation.

9.    Developing yourself and others.

Annual salary:

Total annual salary consists of a net annual salary (net of taxes and before medical insurance and pension fund deductions) in US dollars and a post adjustment.  Please note that this estimate is for information only.  The post adjustment multiplier (cost of living allowance) is variable and subject to change (increase or decrease) without notice.  The figures quoted below are based on the August 2025 rate of 88.7%

Please refer to WIPO’s Staff Regulation and Rules for detailed information concerning salaries, benefits and allowances.

Additional Information

Temporary appointments are renewable, subject to continuing needs, availability of budget and satisfactory performance with a maximum cumulative length of two years.

Applications from qualified women as well as from qualified nationals of unrepresented Member States of WIPO and underrepresented geographical regions are encouraged. Please click on the following links for the list of unrepresented Member States and the list of underrepresented regions and the WIPO Member States in these regions.

The Organization reserves the right to make an appointment at a grade lower than that advertised.

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In the event that your candidature is shortlisted, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of your identification and the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WIPO recognizes higher educational qualifications obtained from institutions accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list maintained by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed here\: http\://www.whed.net/. Some higher educational qualifications may not be listed in WHED, and will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Additional testing/interviewing may be used as a form of screening.  Initial appointment is subject to satisfactory professional references.

Additional background checks may be required.