Director, D-2
Group on Earth Observations (GEO) • genf, genf • Posted June 19, 2026
About the Role
Apply Before 12 July 2026, 11:59 PM Geneva time
Background
The position is located within the Group on Earth Observations (GEO) Secretariat. The Director will lead, facilitate and support activities of the Group on Earth Observations (GEO), based on the direction and supervision provided by the GEO Executive Committee. The GEO Secretariat Director is accountable to the WMO Secretary‑General for administrative matters in accordance with WMO Financial and Staff Rules and Regulations.
Duties and Responsibilities
Policy and Planning
- Provide high‑level strategic input on GEO's overall strategies and policies working through the Executive Committee and Plenary governance processes.
- Develop and execute annual Operating Plans aligned with, and in furtherance of GEO’s strategies, directions and priorities provided by the Executive Committee and Plenary, with key performance indicators and an associated annual budget (including ...