IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING APPLICATION DEADLINE:  please note that the deadline for applications is indicated in local time as per the time zone of the applicant’s location.

 

 

 

 

This post is a limited-term fixed-term post.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

a.    Organizational Setting

 

 

 

 

The post is located in the WIPO Brazil Office (WBO).

 

 

 

 

The WBO is part of a network of WIPO External Offices that add clear value, efficiency and effectiveness to the delivery of WIPO’s programs, in line with its Strategic Goals and Results Framework, in a coordinated and complimentary way with WIPO Headquarters.

 

 

 

 

The WBO assists the Brazilian government, IP professionals, creators, innovators, businesses and communities in Brazil create value from IP through the use of WIPO treaties, services and global databases, platforms, tools, and products, as well as through the design and implementation of impactful projects and initiatives on the ground. The WBO also works to increase awareness on the importance of strengthening the Brazilian IP and Innovation ecosystem for economic, social and cultural development.

 

 

 

 

b.    Purpose Statement

 

 

 

 

The Director of the WIPO Brazil  Office is responsible for managing the human and financial resources of the Office, providing strategic guidance for the activities of the Office in line with the broader strategic priorities of WIPO, conceptualizing and ensuring the implementation of an effective work plan for the Office, providing effective coordination and cooperation with the host government, engaging with other stakeholders throughout the country and maximizing communications opportunities to promote public understanding of intellectual property, WIPO’s work and its Global IP Services as well as the work of the Office in Brazil.

 

 

 

 

c.    Reporting Lines

 

 

 

 

The Director of the WIPO Brazil Office works under the supervision of the Deputy Director General of the Regional and National Development Sector.

 

 

 

 

d.    Work Relations

 

 

 

 

The Director of the WIPO Brazil Office liaises closely with the Office of the Deputy Director General, Regional and National Development Sector, the Regional Division for Latin America and the Caribbean, the Division for External Offices Coordination, and other Sectors and Divisions in Headquarters, connecting WIPO’s services, databases, tools, platforms and products with beneficiaries in Brazil in a coordinated, effective and efficient manner.  The Director also coordinates with colleagues in other External Offices to contribute to and benefit from best practices across the network.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The incumbent will perform the following principal duties:

 

 

 

 

a.   Direct and lead the activities of the WIPO Brazil Office to strategically enhance WIPO’s presence and services in Brazilian in the field of industrial property and copyright, utilizing partnerships and synergies to meet WIPO’s strategic goals.

 

 

 

 

b.   Engage with senior Brazilian Government officials in support of the efficient administrative operation of the Office.

 

 

 

 

c.   Represent WIPO and provide substantive expertise and authoritative advice at senior-level international, regional and national meetings; prepare and present papers on behalf of WIPO, under the guidance of the Deputy Director General RNDS DDG and in coordination with WIPO’s Divisions.

 

 

 

 

d.   Direct the Office’s portfolio of work and take management responsibility for its human and financial resources, determining priorities and allocating resources for the timely and quality delivery of work products in accordance with the work plans and results-based management framework; ensure that key risks are identified, assessed and managed for the achievement of agreed results.

 

 

 

 

e.   Lead strategic engagement and promote cooperation with key IP stakeholders in Brazil; develop and manage consultative networks, including with other providers of IP technical assistance in Brazil, to raise the visibility of WIPO and improve the provision of services to stakeholders; support these endeavors by articulating and updating a strategic communication strategy for the Office.

 

 

 

 

f.    Liaise with officials from other United Nations agencies on matters of common system interest with a view to building synergies.  Liaise with officials from other inter-governmental and non-governmental organizations to scale-up and amplify mandate implementation through strategic partnerships.

 

 

 

 

g.   Analyze Brazilian priorities, needs and trends and provide strategic advice and support to senior management of WIPO on key expectations, challenges and evolutions in IP related fields as well as concerning the innovation and creativity ecosystems in Brazil.

 

 

 

 

h.   Ensure effective coordination and cooperation with all Sectors and units across WIPO, in particular, with the Regional Division for Latin America and the Caribbean, so that program delivery is efficient, coherent and non-duplicative.

 

 

 

 

i.    Perform other related duties as required.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Education (Essential)

 

Advanced university degree in international relations, law, economics, public administration, management or other relevant field.  A first-level university degree with two additional years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

 

 

 

 

Experience (Essential)

 

At least 15 years of relevant and progressively responsible experience, including in the fields of public administration or management.

 

 

 

 

Experience in the field of IP, including the business and administration of national IP institutions or experience of national or regional authorities dealing with international relations.

 

 

 

 

Language (Essential)

 

Excellent written and spoken English and Portuguese.

 

 

 

 

Language (Desirable)

 

Knowledge of other UN official languages.

 

 

 

 

Job Related Competencies (Essential)

 

Good knowledge of the subject areas dealt with by the Organization, in particular intellectual property.

 

 

 

 

Good knowledge of Brazil, particularly issues surrounding the national IP, innovation and creativity ecosystems.

 

 

 

 

Excellent ability to effectively and efficiently manage human and financial resources.

 

 

 

 

Ability to build and enhance internal and external partnerships and promote synergies.

 

 

 

 

Excellent diplomatic, representation and communication skills, including in an international context, and an ability to deliver messages effectively to diverse audiences.

 

 

 

 

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

 

 

 

 

Ability to identify key strategic issues, opportunities and risks, conceptualize new approaches and promote new ideas.

 

 

 

 

Excellent organizational skills.

 

 

 

 

Sound judgement; ability to quickly assess complex and fast-moving situations and developments and provide targeted and innovative advice.

 

 

 

 

Discretion and integrity.

 

 

 

 

Job Related Competencies (Desirable)

 

Knowledge of development policies and strategies, particularly at the international level.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1.    Communicating effectively.

 

2.    Showing team spirit.

 

3.    Demonstrating integrity.

 

4.    Valuing diversity.

 

5.    Producing results.

 

6.    Showing service orientation.

 

7.    Seeing the big picture.

 

8.    Seeking change and innovation.

 

9.    Developing yourself and others.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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. 

 

 

 

 

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.  Please note that this estimate is for information only.  The post adjustment multiplier (cost of living allowance) is variable and subject to change (increase or decrease) without notice.  The figures quoted below are based on the January 2025 rate of 28.3%

 

 

 

 

D1
Annual salary	$106,023
Post adjustment	$30,005
Total Salary	$136,028
Currency USD

 

 

 

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

 

 

 

 

Additional Information

 

 

 

 

* Initial fixed-term appointment of two years, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and other applicable conditions.  The selected candidate’s appointment will be subject to an overall term of five years in this position, with normally no possibility of renewal beyond that term.  S/he may, however, apply and be considered for other positions at WIPO.

 

This is not applicable to WIPO staff members on fixed-term, continuing or permanent appointments, who were recruited following a competition under Staff Regulation 4.10 (“Appointment Boards”).

 

 

 

 

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 your identification and the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WIPO recognizes higher educational qualifications obtained from institutions accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list maintained by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed here: http://www.whed.net/. Some higher educational qualifications may not be listed in WHED, and will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

 

 

 

 

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.

 

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements