Job Description - Senior Counsellor (National IP Strategies)
Located in the Intellectual Property and Innovation Ecosystems Sector, the post is responsible for providing expert advice on national IP strategies and related policies.
About the Position
The incumbent will lead studies on policy trends and international best practices relating to national IP strategies, enhancing WIPO's level of expertise and strategic advice provided to Member States.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Lead studies on policy trends and international best practices relating to national IP strategies.
2. Provide expert advice on the overall program and mechanisms to ensure a consistent, coordinated whole-of-WIPO approach on its technical assistance to Member States for the development of national IP strategies.
3. Act as the central point of coordination within WIPO regarding the development, formulation, and implementation of national IP strategies and related policies.
4. Facilitate the conceptualization and work for the adoption or update of methodology, tools, guides, training, and other material to advise Member States in the development of national IP Strategies.
5. Establish and maintain contacts with relevant authorities of Member States, public and private stakeholders, and NGOs related to national IP strategies.
6. Analyze, monitor and report on progress with WIPO's program relating to national IP strategies, developing improvements to better meet the needs of Member States.
7. Coordinate the network of outside experts who provide assistance to Member States on national IP strategies, ensuring high standards of quality.
Requirements
Advanced university degree in economics, business management, law, international relations, sciences or another relevant discipline. A first-level university degree in a relevant field, plus two years' experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.
Experience (Essential)
At least ten years of relevant professional experience in the design of national policies, such as IP policies, scientific research promotion, innovation policies, or other policies with a key IP component. Experience working with different IP stakeholders, such as government agencies, R&D institutions, and organizations that support them.
Excellent knowledge of English and good knowledge of any other UN official language.
Competencies
1. Deep knowledge and understanding of the intellectual property and innovation ecosystems.
2. Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to break down complex issues and craft appropriate advice.
3. Excellent coordination and change management skills.
4. Effective convening skills with experience in developing professional networks.
5. Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
6. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
7. Ability to build and maintain productive working relationships.
Language Skills: Excellent knowledge of English and good knowledge of any other UN official language.
Work Arrangements: WIPO staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the Director General and may be assigned to any activities, office or duty station of the Organization.
Total annual salary consists of a net annual salary in US dollars and a post adjustment. Please note that this estimate is for information only. The post adjustment multiplier is variable and subject to change without notice.
$155,881
Currency USD
This vacancy announcement may be used to fill other posts at the same grade with similar functions.
Applications from qualified women as well as from qualified nationals of unrepresented Member States of WIPO are encouraged.