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The incumbent will serve as the Coordinator for the InterAcademy Partnership, overseeing the strategic planning, programme implementation, and daily operations of the IAP secretariat. This includes working in line with the programmatic and policy directions of the elected IAP governing Board. In addition, the incumbent will manage the Science Diplomacy Programme.
Job Responsibility:
Strategic Planning and Programme Implementation: Guide the development of the IAP Strategic Plan and annual workplans
Develop new project proposals, contribute to resource mobilization, and represent IAP at international events
Liaison with IAP Leadership and Partners: Plan and coordinate statutory meetings of the IAP Board and General Assembly
Provide high-level support to the IAP Board and its committees
Draft reports, monitor strategic plans, and manage competitive calls for proposals and contracts
Communications and Outreach: Provide editorial and substantive guidance on all IAP communications
Supervise the preparation of annual reports, policy briefs, and other knowledge products
Ensure the IAP website is up-to-date and author or co-author scientific and policy publications
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Operations: Oversee the daily operations of the IAP secretariat, including staff supervision and budget oversight
Monitor and evaluate the implementation of programmes and projects, ensuring compliance with financial rules and regulations
Provide regular briefs to the IAP leadership and TWAS Executive Director
Science Diplomacy Programme: Oversee the TWAS Science Diplomacy programme, following the Strategic Planning 2026-2030
The activities include participation in Science Diplomacy events, organization of capacity building in the area, establishment of partnerships, as well as development of training materials
Requirements:
Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) preferably in International Relations, Public or Business Administration, Science Policy, Social Sciences or a related field
A minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible professional experience in international programme management, science policy, or a related area is required
Experience in liaison with governmental bodies and funding agencies is essential
Excellent knowledge (spoken and written) of English
Nice to have:
Experience working within the United Nations system or a similar international organization
Experience in science diplomacy and managing complex international partnerships
Good working knowledge of Italian
Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish)