JOB DESCRIPTION

DUTY STATION

Geneva, Switzerland

COMMENCEMENT OF DUTY

To be determined NATURE OF APPOINTMENT

Fixed-term – 2 years
Organizational Unit

WHO-WMO Climate and Health Joint Office (Applied Climate Services Section, Climate Services Division)
Services Department 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. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the overall guidance of the Senior Director of the Services Department (D/S), and the direct supervision of the Head of the WHO-WMO Climate and Health Joint Office, the tasks of the Health and Climate Network Coordinator will support the WHO-WMO Joint Programme for Climate and Health and WMO subsidiary bodies who are responsible for the WHO-WMO Implementation Plan for Integrated Climate Science and Services.

The C&H Service Capacity and Network Coordinator will play a central role in shaping the next generation of meteorological professionals and services focused on supporting the health
sector. The coordinator will oversee new funding and initiatives to develop practical and impactful climate, weather, and environmental services for health. This includes managing a
network of health-meteorology focal points, piloting health-meteorology units at national and regional levels globally and leading the development of large-scale global training and fellowship programs.

Responsibilities:
1. Lead the creation of a global technical network of NMHS/RCCs and other climate and health service providers.
– Draft and implement a health focal point engagement, capacity development and networking plan.
– Organize a global conference on Climate Services for Health, in coordination with partners, to share experiences, set intermediate goals and targets, and inform the capacity strategy.
– Work with NMHS/RCCs to update the climahealth.info service profiles, including current and planned capabilities to work with the health sector (through Networking and engagement of Focal Points); and explore utility of a readiness checklist to assesses the NMHS capacity level to support the health community at the appropriate level.
– Provide or identify technical assistance, twinning, and cooperation opportunities for NMHS, by organizing regular communications and webinars, meetings and engagement with focal points to identify and respond to needs and opportunities.

2. Lead the establishment of pilot National and Regional Health-Met Units
– Support the identification, selection, and technical assistance to NMHS and RCCC piloting health-met units and activities.
– Provide day-to-day project and financial management of activities, including staff oversight, contracting of consultants and subgrantees.

3. Lead the Climate and Health Training and Fellowship programmes in coordination with the Expert Team on Integrated Health Services, including:
– Support for the coordination, convening and activities of a Task Team on Health Capacity Strengthening and Workforce Development.
– Oversee a technical assessment of “Climate Service for Health Capacity and Skill requirements” for NMHS/RCCs; including scoping of current educational resources in biometeorology.
– Oversee the design and rollout of a competency-based training strategy and training progamme for meteorologists; and oversee the rollout of the training programme in cooperation with relevant departments and partners.
– Develop a practice based professional development support package, for NMHS health focal points and startup of health-met desks in select locations, including model job descriptions, checklists for common tasks, functions, and development of a basic health service package.
– Oversee the establishment of a C&H Fellowship programme, including the process and subcontracting for fellowship recruitment and placement, monitoring and reporting. Coordinate as required with WMO Education and Training division, and other fellowship and training opportunities.

4. Represent the WHO-WMO Joint Office internally and externally, and WMO Services Department, participate team meetings, and provide technical advice to ongoing technical projects and activities as required. Public speaking and travel required.

Work implies frequent interaction with the following:
– Internal stakeholders: WMO subsidiary bodies, the WMO Standing Committee on Climate, and the Expert Team on Integrated Health Services to align activities with organizational priorities.
– External stakeholders: WHO technical teams, Regional Climate Centers (RCCs), National Meteorological and Hydrological Services (NMHS), and international organizations to build and strengthen partnerships for capacity development.
– Network members: Health focal points, climate service providers, and participants in the Climate and Health Network to stimulate collaboration and knowledge sharing.
– Educational and training institutions: Universities, training centers, and biometeorology experts to identify and develop competency frameworks and training materials for climate health professionals.
– Event participants: Researchers, policymakers, and practitioners attending the global conference on Climate Services for Health, webinars, and other engagement initiatives.
– Consultants and contractors: Individuals and organizations responsible for supporting capacity-building activities, including training program development, fellowship coordination, and technical assessments.

Results expected:
– A global Climate and Health Network established and functional, with regular communication, webinars, and engagement among focal points and service providers.
– Comprehensive health focal point engagement and capacity development plan implemented, with clear strategies for skill-building and network growth.
– Successful organization of the global conference on Climate Services for Health, with actionable outcomes to inform future capacity strategies.
– Climahealth service profiles updated for NMHS/RCCs, and a readiness checklist developed to assess their capacity to support the health sector.
– The Task Team on Health Capacity Strengthening and Workforce Development convened, with a technical assessment of “Climate Service for Health Capacity and Skill Requirements” completed.
– A Climate and Health Skills and Literacy Programme developed, including competency frameworks, training kits, and a professional development support package.
– The Climate and Health Fellowship programme established, with clear processes for application, recruitment, placement, and monitoring, and fellowships initiated as planned.
– Capacity-building activities successfully implemented, with all deliverables completed on time and within budget, supported by efficient project and financial management.
– Consistent representation of the Joint Office at internal and external events, contributing technical advice and aligning activities with broader organizational goals.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Master’s degree or equivalent in meteorology, climatology,
environmental science, education, or a related field.
A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of extensive qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.

Experience
A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in managing multi-stakeholder projects, including financial management, sub-contracting, coordination, and reporting.
Proven track record in designing and implementing training and professional development initiatives for climate service and meteorological technical professionals.
Experience working with or supporting National Meteorological and Hydrological Services (NMHSs), RCCs, in the development of public weather and climate services.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate multi-stakeholder networks and organize high-level events, such as conferences, webinars, or workshops.
Experience working in an international context, with the United Nations system or other international organizations is desirable.
Other requirements
Additional training or certification in capacity development, project management, or adult education is an advantage.
Languages
Excellent knowledge of English (oral and written)
Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish).

(Note: The official languages of the Organization are Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish.) This post is funded from extra-budgetary funding.
SALARY AND ALLOWANCES
Annual net base salary on initial appointment is: US$ 84672
Annual post adjustment on initial salary is: US$ 62319 (in addition to the net base salary) Additional Information:
Successful candidates will demonstrate an expert level understanding of climate services and the application of climate and weather information in public health decision making;
Ability to effectively plan, implement, and evaluate large-scale capacity-building programs and manage resources; Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience drafting reports, training materials, and technical documents; a proven ability to bring people together and work collaboratively in a multicultural environment, foster team spirit, and engage with diverse stakeholders; maturity of judgment, creativity, and initiative to address challenges and propose innovative solutions.

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: 8 April 2025

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements