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IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING APPLICATION DEADLINE\:  please note that the deadline for applications is indicated in local date and time.

 

 

a.    Organizational Setting

 

The post is located in the Distance Learning Program, WIPO Academy, in the Development Sector.

The WIPO Academy is the core entity in WIPO for training and capacity-building activities, particularly for developing countries, least-developed 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 Intellectual Property (IP) training. Beneficiaries of the WIPO Academy services include decision-makers, government officials, members of national IP offices and societies for collective management of copyright and related rights, IP practitioners, academics, students and other stakeholders.

 

b.    Purpose Statement

 

The Distance Learning (DL) Program offers a range of courses designed to create, facilitate and deliver easier access to general and advanced knowledge of IP through a better understanding of the international IP landscape - its theory, practice, application and use as a strategic tool in the innovation process. To do so, the DL Programuses state-of-the-art distance learning methodologies, keeping in mind the limitations from developing and least developed countries, paying particular attention to participants from IP Offices and governments by collaborating with strategic partners and developing course content through a network of assistance of IP experts from all regions of the world.

The incumbent manages all aspects of the Program’s policy, delivery, ICT design, content and staff.  The incumbent also advises on the ICT strategy of the Academy.

 

 

c.    Reporting Lines

 

The incumbent reports to the Executive Director of the Academy. 

 

 

The incumbent will perform the following principal duties\:

 

a.   Lead, plan and control the Program’s work, determining overall strategic direction and priorities and allocating resources for the completion and timely and quality delivery of work products in accordance with results-based management principles.

 

b.   Manage staff of the Program and supervise their work; provide regular feedback on performance; conduct performance evaluations and ensure timely finalization of performance evaluation exercises; follow up on recommendation or issues identified and address training needs.

 

c.   Advise on the Academy’s ICT strategy and develop, manage external providers for the efficient delivery of ICT-related services; review and oversee the use of Academy-wide technology and make recommendations for changes; monitor and act on Key Performance Indicators (KPI).

 

d.   Provide expert advice and recommendations to the Executive Director on potential activities in relation to distance education, formulate priorities and lead the Program’s support to IP offices, universities, and other WIPO sectors to develop relevant capacity through IP training.

 

e.   Identify, initiate and supervise strategic partnerships, and cooperation agreements for scalable and sustainable organization and implementation of IP education by other institutions, ensuring the consistent application of Academy standards and compliance with the WIPO brand; for the promotion of IP education.

 

f.    Organize and oversee the organization, implementation and communication of education and training programs; manage an international network of IP experts and tutors on their IP education and advisory services to the Academy.

 

g.   Analyze and assess the Program’s course content, performance of the Academy’s tutors, and participant feedback; ensure the relevance and quality of development-oriented IP teaching and gender balance; advice on content update and review work plans; establish appropriate benchmarks for future development.

 

h.   Initiate, develop and maintain contacts with authorities of concerned countries and partner institutions and provide advice on the organization and planning of training programs and other related activities.

 

i.    Represent the organization at meetings, conferences and other events and provide authoritative advice and recommendations in the area of IP education and training; take part in teaching undertakings, deliver lectures and give presentations.

 

j.    Perform any other duties as required. 

 

 

Education

Essential

Advanced university degree in IP, sciences, education, instructional design, computer science, information technology or related discipline.  A relevant first-level university degree plus two years of relevant experience in addition to the experience requested below may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

 

 

Experience

Essential

At least 12 years’ relevant professional experience.  Experience in the field of adult education.  Experience in the field of IP.  Experience managing staff.

 

 

Language

Essential

Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English.

 

Desirable

Knowledge of French.

 

 

Job Related Competencies

Essential

Substantial knowledge of pedagogy, instructional design and curriculum development, particularly in relation to distance learning.
Substantial knowledge of innovative teaching, evaluation and examination methods.
Excellent people and resource management skills, with the ability to manage a multidisciplinary team.
Vendor management skills.
Excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills, with the ability to maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
Competent user of Remote Content Sharing software and Learning Management Systems such as Moodle.
Competent user of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and the internet and the ability to quickly adapt to new software.

 

Desirable

Familiarity with web development, html coding, JAVA scripting and multimedia production.

 

 

1.          Communicating effectively.

2.          Respecting individual and cultural differences.

3.          Showing team spirit.

4.          Managing yourself.

5.          Producing results.

6.          Embracing change.

7.          Respecting ethics and values.

 

WIPO Managerial Competencies

1.             Creating a stimulating work environment.

2.             Planning and managing resources.

3.             Promoting change, innovation and learning.

4.             Building and promoting partnerships.

5.             Leading WIPO to the future (for Directors and above).

 

 

Mobility\:  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.  Accordingly, the selected candidate may be required to move from time to time to new functions and/or to another duty station.

 

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.  The post adjustment (cost of living allowance) is variable and subject to change without notice in accordance with the rates as set within the UN Common System for salaries and allowances.  The figures quoted below are based on the February 2018 rate of 81.6%

 

P5
Annual salary	$84,721
Post adjustment	$69,132
Total Salary	$153,853
Currency USD

 

 

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

 

Additional Information

 

Initial period of two years, renewable, subject to satisfactory performance.  No fixed-term appointment or any extension hereof shall carry with it any expectancy of, nor imply any right to, (further) extensions or conversion to a permanent appointment.

 

This vacancy announcement may be used to fill other posts at the same grade with similar functions in accordance with Staff Rule 4.9.5.

 

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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By completing an application, candidates understand that any willful misrepresentation made on this web site, or on any other documents submitted to WIPO during the application, may result in disqualification from the recruitment process, or termination of employment with WIPO at a later date, if that employment resulted from such willful misrepresentations.

 

In the event that your candidature is shortlisted, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of an identification and of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WIPO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link\: http\://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and these will be reviewed individually.

 

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.