DUTY STATION
Geneva, Switzerland
COMMENCEMENT OF DUTY
To be determined NATURE OF APPOINTMENT
Fixed-term - 1 year
Organizational Unit
Science and Innovation Department / Services Department, World Weather Research / Applied Climate Services 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 after 1 January 2014 is 65. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Associate Project Officer operates within the specific technical requirements defined in the Grant Agreements of the CROSSEU and CARMINE projects to contribute to the tasks and deliverable with WMO's involvement. The incumbent is expected to apply judgment in interpreting these documents to carry out assigned tasks effectively, particularly in areas of communication strategy, stakeholder engagement, and project reporting. While general guidance, by the supervisors in WMO and by CROSSEU and CARMINE Work Package leaders is provided on expected outputs and project priorities, the incumbent is expected to work with a degree of independence in determining how best to deliver on communication and dissemination objectives in coordination with project partners and WMO colleagues.
Within the delegated authority / under the direct supervision of WWR Scientific Officer (P4, SI) and Climate and Energy Lead (P4, Services), the Associate Project Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
a. Coordinating WMO's contributions to the EU Horizon-funded projects CROSSEU and CARMINE, with a focus on communication, dissemination, and partnership engagement. This is achieved by liaising with project partners, facilitating collaboration, and ensuring timely delivery of WMO's tasks and deliverables as specified in the Grant Agreements;
b. Attending all necessary and relevant in-person and hybrid project-related meetings, including General Assemblies, by preparing background documents and actively participating in discussions; taking structured notes or minutes as needed; and following up with internal and external stakeholders to track action items and ensure alignment with project objectives and timelines;
c. Managing the communication of project results within WMO, among project partners, and to external stakeholders by drafting and reviewing communication materials (e.g., newsletters, presentations, social media content); coordinating with WMO communications staff and project communication leads; organizing webinars or briefings; and ensuring consistent messaging and branding in accordance with project and WMO communication guidelines;
d. Supporting the preparation and submission of regular and ad-hoc project progress and financial reports to the European Commission by collecting inputs from relevant consortium partners; consolidating and editing technical content; and ensuring accuracy, coherence, and timely delivery in line with contractual and administrative requirements;
e. Carrying out other relevant duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Master's degree or equivalent in meteorology, climate sciences, earth sciences, science communication or related fields. A first-level university degree or equivalent in combination with two years of additional directly relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the master's degree.
Experience
A minimum of two years of national and international progressively responsible experience in science communication is required
Other requirements
- Understanding of challenges related to implementing mitigation and adaptation projects, policies, and strategies with national meteorological and hydrological services, local, regional and national agencies, and civil protection agencies.
- Ability to plan, organize and manage work with minimum supervision.
- Ability to draft clear and succinct communication items, reports, documents, and correspondence.
- Maturity of judgement, initiative, and creativity.
- Excellent analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Understanding of the United Nations, including WMO programmes and activities and international organization processes, would be an advantage.
- A demonstrated understanding of how WMO’s international status can support and contribute to delivery of European Commission climate change goals, such as the Green Deal.
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment and to foster diversity and team spirit. Demonstrated ability to engage productively with a wide range of stakeholders across civil society, international organisations, INGOs, and national governments.
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.) The position is funded from extra-budgetary funding. SALARY AND ALLOWANCES
Annual net base salary on initial appointment is: US$ 55163
Annual post adjustment on initial salary is: US$ 44682 (in addition to the net base salary) Additional Information:
Applications should be made online through the WMO e-recruitment system at https://erecruit.wmo.int/public.
Do not send your application via multiple routes. Only applicants in whom WMO has a further interest will be contacted. Shortlisted candidates may be required to sit a written test and/or an interview. Date of issue of vacancy notice: 19 June 2025