- POST: Capacity Development Officer – Fellowships
- GRADE: P4
- DUTY STATION: Geneva, Switzerland
- COMMENCEMENT OF DUTY: To be determined
- NATURE OF APPOINTMENT: Fixed-term – 1 year
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT
Capacity Development Division – Department of Science, Services and Capacity Development
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. 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.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
ABOUT THE ROLE
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) is looking for a CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT OFFICER – FELLOWSHIPS to help strengthen education and training opportunities for meteorology and hydrology professionals worldwide.
In this role, you will work closely with the fellowship team to design, manage, and deliver fellowship programmes that enhance the technical and institutional capabilities of WMO Members, particularly in developing and least developed countries. You will support knowledge transfer, foster collaboration with universities and training partners, and ensure that fellowship initiatives align with WMO’s mission of advancing science-based services for safety, resilience, and sustainable development.
This position is central to building the next generation of experts who will lead weather, climate, and water services across the globe.
MAKE YOUR IMPACT IN WMO:
Under the supervision of Director for Capacity Development (D/CD), the incumbent will work with the fellowship team (including a fellowship clerk and a fellowship finance manager) for implementing the fellowship activities. The main responsibilities include:
a) Support the D/CD in the preparation of workplan and budget proposal for implementing the fellowship activities;
b) Providing support to D/CD in preparations for sessions of Congress, EC and other constituent bodies on issues related to education and fellowship matters;
c) Contributing to the development, revision, and implementation monitoring of Education and Training Program in the context of the incumbent’s duties and in collaboration with the rest of the CD Office;
d) Providing secretariat support to the EC-CDP’s discussion on fellowship matters;
e) Working with the fellowship team for processing the fellowship nominations, awards, reports, etc;
f) Supporting D/CD in the financial management of the RB and XB funds for fellowships;
g) Maintaining a database and other systems or digital tools for the fellowship management;
h) Contributing to the quadrennial survey on education and training needs of Members and providing advice to Members on their fellowship needs and opportunities;
i) Providing advice to WMO’s partner universities on curriculum development and matters related to the Basic Instruction Package;
j) Supporting WMO’s contribution to the Global Campus Initiative and the Consortium of WMO Education and Training Collaborating Partners (CONECT), and collaboration on education and fellowship matters;
k) Providing secretariat support to the Education and Training Committee on fellowship-related matters;
l) Performing any other duties as assigned by the Director of the ETR Office.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Master’s degree or equivalent in Earth Sciences and/or in Capacity Development, or Education. 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 seven (7) years of combined national and international experience in strategic planning, developing and managing projects for education and training in meteorology, climatology, hydrology or a closely related field.
- Practical experience in fostering collaboration between institutions in developing education and training initiatives as well as resource mobilization.
- Proven experience in developing criteria and guiding material related to education and training.
- Familiarity with the structure and working procedures of WMO.
Other requirements
- Excellent operational planning and budgeting skills.
- Good communication and coordination skills.
- Maturity in judgement and teamwork.
- Originality and being innovative.
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
YOUR PROFILE
You are a dedicated professional with a passion for education, capacity building, and international cooperation. You combine organizational skills with a strong service mindset and the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
COMPETENCIES
The Capacity Development Officer – Fellowships must demonstrate managerial-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
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 regular budget.
New appointments on fixed-term contract of one year or more shall be subject to an initial one-year probation period.
SALARY AND ALLOWANCES
Annual net base salary on initial appointment is: US$ 84672
Annual post adjustment on initial salary is: US$ 75104 (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: 22 August 2025
