Global Governance Secretary & Policy Lead

UN News; Genf; On-site; CHF 72,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

World Meteorological Organization seeks a Secretary of the Governing Bodies to lead sessions of the World Meteorological Congress and Executive Council. You will report to the Secretary-General and coordinate with Executive Management to ensure policy advice, timely documentation, and effective governance.

The role requires a Master’s degree, 10+ years in governance/diplomacy, and exceptional communication in a multicultural setting.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in political science, diplomacy, management, or related field is required.
• A first-level university degree with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.
• Proven ability to draft high-quality reports, documents and correspondence.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and foster diversity and team spirit.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Governing Bodies Secretariat and provide policy advice to the WMO President and Secretariat.
• Support decision-making and ensure effective communication.
• Ensure rules of procedure are respected and prepare statutory documents for Congress and Executive Council.
• Coordinate preparation of agendas, briefing notes, and documents for governing bodies and committees.
• Support the President in sessions and maintain official correspondence files.
• Enhance governance procedures and uniform application across constituent bodies.
• Organize sessions of the WMO Bureau and governance-related committees.

Skills

Policy advice

Governance

Strategic management

Diplomacy

Communication

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree + 2 years qualifying experience

Job description

World Meteorological Organization seeks a Secretary of the Governing Bodies to lead sessions of the World Meteorological Congress and Executive Council. You will report to the Secretary-General and coordinate with Executive Management to ensure policy advice, timely documentation, and effective governance.

The role requires a Master’s degree, 10+ years in governance/diplomacy, and exceptional communication in a multicultural setting.