Background

This position is located in the Operations Team of the Systematic Observations Financing Facility Secretariat. The Assistant Programme Officer will report to the SOFF Head of Operations (Programme Management Officer) and work closely with the SOFF Operations team.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Assistant Programme Officer contributes to the coordination of a designated project portfolio of SOFF-supported countries. Guided by the Head of Operations (Programme Management Officer), the incumbent will provide direct support to SOFF operational partners in the designated countries. More specifically:

1) Support coordination, communication and engagement with Implementing Entities, SOFF Peer Advisors, National Meteorological Services and the WMO Technical Authority for the designated portfolio.

2) Support the review and quality assurance of the portfolio;

3) Track progress of the Readiness outputs and the preparation of SOFF Investment Funding Requests;

4) Maintain and continuously update the SOFF operations database and monitor implementation progress;

5) Support development of SOFF Operational Frameworks and documents related to provide operational guidance to SOFF Operational Partners.

6) Contribute to the preparation of Steering Committee documents and presentations related to SOFF Operations, including documentation intended to position SOFF in the UNFCCC and at high-level forums and support Resource Mobilization.

Coordinate and support the organization of SOFF operational events and meetings, including Regional Workshops and other engagements.

8) Assist in the preparation of operational analytics, including presentations providing data analysis and visualizations; and support the consultations with SOFF partners to capture lessons learned.

9) Carry out other duties, as required.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Master's degree or equivalent in Environmental Science, Environmental Affairs, Geography, International Relations, International Development Studies, Business Administration, or a closely related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.

Experience:

At least 1 year progressively responsible experience related to climate change, climate finance, environmental science showing detailed understanding and excellent capacity to conduct research and analysis on scientific, economic, social, and political dimensions of climate change. Knowledge of data collection systems and proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Other Requirements:

• Strong analytical skills; capacity to synthesize and present complex financial or strategic information clearly
• Strong drafting, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within multicultural, multi-institutional teams.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with private-sector and philanthropic stakeholders.
Proactive attitude and creativity in identifying new engagement opportunities.

Languages:

Excellent knowledge of English (both oral and written). Knowledge of other official languages of the Organization would be an advantage.

(Note: The official languages of the Organization are Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish.)

Competencies:

The Assistant Programme Officer must demonstrate individual-level proficiency in the following competencies:

• Communication & Influence
• Collaboration & Team Dynamics
• Inclusive Mindset & Cultural Awareness
• Decision Making & Problem Solving
• Integrity & Accountability
• Innovation & Digital Agility
Stakeholder Understanding & Engagement

Salary and Allowances

The position is funded from extra-budgetary funding.

Annual net base salary on initial appointment is: US$ 43,834

Annual post adjustment on initial salary is: US$ 38,048 (in addition to the net base salary)

Additional Information:

WMO is committed to achieving diversity and a balanced workforce. Applications are welcome from qualified women and men, including those with disabilities. The statutory retirement age is 65. Pursuant to WMO Standing Instructions, the minimum age to be eligible for consideration for vacant positions is 18, and the maximum age must enable the candidate to serve for at least the term of the contract before reaching mandatory age of separation.

Probation

Possibility of renewal subject to the availability of funds and pending satisfactory performance after an initial probationary period of one year which can be extended up to a maximum of two years.

Applications:

Applications should be made online through the WMO e-recruitment system.

Do not send your application via multiple routes. WMO no longer accepts applications via post or email. Only applicants for whom WMO has a further interest will be contacted. Shortlisted candidates may be required to sit a written test and/or an interview.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

WMO does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.

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