Secretary of the WMO Governing Bodies (Fixed-term, 2 years)

About the role

The Secretary of the WMO Governing Bodies leads the secretariat supporting the World Meteorological Congress and the Executive Council. Reporting to the Secretary-General, the incumbent acts as the central focal point for policy advice and quality support to the WMO President and the Secretariat, and ensures the rules of procedure and basic texts are followed. The position is funded from the regular budget and is open to qualified women and men, including those with disabilities.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the Governing Bodies Secretariat and support the WMO President and the Secretariat in the functioning of Congress and the Executive Council
• Support decision-making and follow-up of decisions, and respect and enforce rules of procedure and basic texts
• Prepare provisional agendas, explanatory memoranda and lists of documents for Congress, Executive Council, Bureau and governance committees, and coordinate document submission and internal approvals
• Prepare statutory documents such as reports by the WMO President and Executive Council, reviews of constituent bodies and summaries of previous resolutions
• Support the WMO President in preparing and conducting sessions, including briefing notes, speeches, presiding assistance and file maintenance
• Organize sessions of the Bureau and governance committees, prepare and distribute their summary reports, and carry out other related duties

Required profile

• Master's degree in political science, diplomacy, management or a related field, or a bachelor's degree plus two years of qualifying work experience
• At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in governing bodies, diplomacy, public administration, strategic management and planning, international development or a related area
• Experience in international or multilateral organizations is an advantage
• Ability to draft high-quality reports, documents and correspondence, and to work in a multicultural environment with tact, discretion and strict neutrality
• Excellent knowledge of English; knowledge of other official languages of the Organization (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) is an advantage

What we offer

• Annual net base salary of US$ 103,165 on initial appointment, plus a post adjustment of US$ 82,841
• Probation of one year, renewable up to two years depending on performance and funds

Applications are submitted online through the WMO e-recruitment system; shortlisted candidates may be asked to take a written test and/or an interview. The position is fixed-term for 2 years.