Senior International Climate Law Counsel

International Civil Aviation Organization; Genf; On-site; CHF 71,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

World Meteorological Organization (WMO) / IPCC seeks a senior legal professional with a Master’s degree in international law to provide complex legal analysis, draft memoranda, and coordinate with UN bodies on IPCC governance and observer accreditation. The role includes developing partnerships and advising on legal instruments and contracts.

The incumbent will research, interpret IPCC Rules, and ensure consistency of legal advice across IPCC and WMO, while supporting outreach activities and

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in international law or related field.
• At least seven years of combined national and international progressively responsible experience in legal work, including three to four years at the international level.
• Experience in drafting, negotiating and reviewing memoranda of understanding, contracts and other legal instruments, and on intellectual property and observer accreditation matters.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex legal and procedural matters related to the IPCC and its activities.
• Provide legal advice on substantive and procedural questions of considerable complexity related to IPCC Rules and Procedures.
• Conduct legal research and prepare briefs, reports and correspondence in support of IPCC work.
• Assist in reviewing observer accreditation requests and maintain updated accreditation lists.
• Develop partnerships with governments and UN bodies and coordinate information exchange with IPCC partners.

Skills

Legal drafting

International law

Policy analysis

Contract review

Education

Master's degree in international law

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

World Meteorological Organization (WMO) / IPCC seeks a senior legal professional with a Master’s degree in international law to provide complex legal analysis, draft memoranda, and coordinate with UN bodies on IPCC governance and observer accreditation. The role includes developing partnerships and advising on legal instruments and contracts.

The incumbent will research, interpret IPCC Rules, and ensure consistency of legal advice across IPCC and WMO, while supporting outreach activities and