Associate Policy Officer on AI and Data

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.

 

 

1. Organizational Setting

    

   The position is located in the Division of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy, in the Office of the Director General (ODG) and Related Programs.  The Division is responsible for the intellectual property (IP) policy concerning artificial intelligence (AI).

    

2. Purpose Statement

    

   In the context of WIPO’s response to the digital transformation of the Organization and in order to lead the promotion of innovation that is increasingly driven by artificial intelligence (Al) and data (used for training Al algorithms), WIPO will lead a process of consultations with Member States and other stakeholders on the understanding of the role of the IP policy response to AI.

    

   The incumbent will be required to conduct research and analysis, and provide support and input on various issues related to Al and data in the context of intellectual property.

    

3. Reporting Lines

    

   The incumbent works under the supervision of the Senior Policy Officer on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data.

    

4. Work Relations

    

   As Al affects all elements of IP, the incumbent will, under the supervision of the Senior Policy Officer on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data, liaise with different units of the Organization and with external stakeholders.

    

    

 

The incumbent will perform the following principal duties\:

 

a.   Undertake preliminary research on policy developments on Al and data and keep abreast of the interaction between Al technologies and policies to govern the use of Al.

 

b.   In support of the Division's Al and data policy building activities, prepare draft programs and information papers, facilitate participation of internal and external stakeholders, and draft presentations.

 

c.   Support the establishment of strategic partnerships with Member States and relevant industry and other external stakeholders to facilitate the creation of an effective IP policy framework around Al and data by providing inputs and compiling information.

 

d.   Contribute to the development and formulation of the process of consultation led by WIPO in relation to policy on Al and data, in the context of WIPO's mandate for promotion of innovation and efficient use of the IP system, in close cooperation with the Senior Policy Officer on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data and other units of the Organization.

 

e.   Participate in conferences, meetings, seminars and workshops organized by Member States, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations focusing on Al and data and support effective communications with related stakeholders.

 

f.    Perform other related duties as required.

 

 

 

Education

Essential

First-level university degree in law, science, engineering or a related field. An advanced university degree in one of the afore-mentioned disciplines may be accepted in lieu of two years of experience.

 

Desirable

Specialization or further qualification in industrial property law.

 

Experience

Essential

At least three years of relevant professional experience in the field of intellectual property.

 

Desirable

 

Experience working in an international environment.

 

Experience working with public sector organizations.

 

Language

Essential

Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English.

 

Desirable

Knowledge of other official UN languages.

 

Job Related Competencies

Essential

Strong analytical and legal drafting skills.

 

Organizational skills with the ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure and to·respect deadlines.

 

Ability to conduct research independently and present results in a clear and logical form.

 

Good knowledge of the international IP system.

 

Sound political judgement.

 

Discretion and good diplomatic skills.

 

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

 

Competent user of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and the internet.

 

 

 

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.  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.  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 2020 rate of 77.4%

 

P2
Annual salary	$47,895
Post adjustment	$37,071
Total Salary	$84,966
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.