OverviewHead, Governance, Risk and Compliance Section - 25312-FTPlanning, Budget and Risk Management Division, Department of Program Planning and Finance, Administration, Finance and Management SectorContract Duration - 2 years *Duty Station: CH-GenevaApplication Deadline: 10-Oct-2025IMPORTANT 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.Organizational Contexta. Organizational SettingThe post is located in the Governance, Risk and Compliance Section (GRC) within the Division of Planning, Budget and Risk Management and Department of Program Planning and Finance. The Department of Program Planning and Finance encompasses the Division of Planning, Budget and Risk Management and the Finance Division. The GRC Section is responsible for risk management, internal controls and the development of the WIPO financial policy and regulatory framework. It also provides the Secretariat of the Program and Budget Committee (PBC).b. Purpose StatementThe Head of Governance, Risk and Compliance is responsible for continuous improvement in the maturity of WIPO's Enterprise Risk Management and Internal Control System. The Head oversees the processes and tools to ensure good governance, active management of risks to achieve Expected Results and adherence to the WIPO regulatory framework. In this context, the Head also interacts with independent assurance and oversight bodies and facilitates the work of the Risk Management Group.The Head supports the Controller and Assistant Controller in coordinating policy and regulatory development to ensure that the regulatory framework is fit for purpose. This includes overseeing the further development and maintenance of the Internal Policy Portal to ensure a cohesive hierarchical regulatory framework. He/she also supports the first and second line with tools, including data analytics, to ensure compliance.The Head actively engages with audit and oversight entities, including the Internal Oversight Division, the External Auditors, the WIPO Independent Advisory Oversight Committee (IAOC) and the UN Joint Inspection Unit (JIU), to facilitate the structured follow-up and implementation of audit and oversight recommendations.The Head facilitates the smooth functioning of the Secretariat of the Program and Budget Committee.c. Reporting LinesThe incumbent works under the supervision of the Assistant Controller / Director Planning, Budget and Risk Management.d. Work RelationsThe incumbent works in close cooperation with multiple entities across the Organization, notably Sector Leads, Directors and senior staff.Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe incumbent will perform the following principal duties:a. Ensure risk management and internal controls are fully integrated, embedded and continuously strengthened in the planning, implementation and monitoring, assessment and reporting processes and systems in accordance with business needs; function as Secretary to the Risk Management Group; oversee the further development of the Enterprise Risk Management System (ERM).b. Advance the use of data analytics to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the internal control system; undertake periodic reviews of the efficiency and effectiveness of internal controls.c. Advocate risk management and internal controls throughout the Organization through awareness raising, training and through the engagement of Sector Leads in the risk dialogue; develop the Director General’s Statement on Internal Control for the annual financial statements and provide supporting evidence of key controls to Sector Leads to underpin their signing of Management Representation Letters.d. Promote an anti-fraud culture through raising fraud awareness, development of training, fraud risk assessments and collaboration across the Organization.e. Engage with audit and oversight entities (including acting as a focal point for the Joint Inspection Unit) to identify and manage risk and facilitate dialogue through thematic analysis and reporting; ensure that risks are continuously monitored and mitigated.f. Oversee the development and implementation of the WIPO accountability framework; ensure the regulatory framework is updated in sync with business needs and effectively translated into the administrative and management systems.g. Support the Controller and Assistant Controller / Director Planning, Budget and Risk Management in planning, conducting and managing the Program and Budget Committee.h. Represent the Governance, Risk and Compliance Section on internal and external bodies; strengthen cooperation within the UN inter-agency system; develop and share knowledge of emerging and best practices in the risk management and internal controls field.i. Effectively and efficiently manage the personnel and non-personnel resources of the Section.j. Perform other related duties as required.RequirementsEducation and ExperienceAdvanced university degree in finance, business administration, economics or other related field. A first-level university degree in one of the aforementioned disciplines plus two years of relevant experience in addition to the essential experience mentioned below may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.Experience (Essential)At least 10 years of relevant professional experience including in risk management, internal controls and compliance. Demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing enterprise-wide governance and risk management frameworks as well as internal control and compliance systems. Experience working in an international organization. Excellent written and spoken knowledge of English. Knowledge of other official UN languages.Job Related Competencies (Essential)Excellent and proven knowledge of risk management and internal control frameworks and their application in an international setting. Strong analytical skills, with a track record of sound judgment and integrity in high-stakes environments. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with key strategic partners and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. Demonstrated understanding of the principles of results-based management, and its inter-linkages with risk management. Sound judgment and integrity. Proficient user of EPM/ERM/ERP applications, Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and the internet.Job Related Competencies (Desirable)Understanding of WIPO's work and its stakeholders. Understanding of the regulatory and the working environment of UN and/or related agencies or other international organizations. 1. Communicating effectively. 2. Showing team spirit. 3. Demonstrating integrity. 5. Producing results. 6. Showing service orientation. 7. Seeing the big picture. 8. Seeking change and innovation. 9. Developing yourself and others.For more information, including on the salaries and benefits, please check the WIPO Careers website.Seniority levelDirectorEmployment typeContractJob functionOtherIndustriesInternational Affairs
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