[KATALIST] Application call for a FELLOWSHIP with the WIPO Knowledge Center (WKC) / FELLOWSHIP / Geneva / Switzerland / Closing date Friday, February 11, 2022

2022. Jan. 30., V, 23:01:19 CET

*Application call for a FELLOWSHIP with the  WIPO Knowledge Center (WKC)  /
 FELLOWSHIP / Geneva / Switzerland / Closing date Friday, February 11, 2022*

How do I apply?  Please read all the steps below carefully / Application
procedure is STEP 6

This is sent on behalf of WIPO Staff By Tomas ALLEN. I Tomas ALLEN cannot
assist or answer any question about this posting. Please contact

WIPO Knowledge Center (WKC) -

World Intellectual Property Organization

for any further details once you have read through all the instructions
below carefully.

Best Regards,

Tomas ALLEN

Fellowship

WIPO Knowledge Center (WKC)

World Intellectual Property Organization

Geneva, Switzerland

1. Organizational Context

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is a United Nations
specialized agency.

Its WIPO Knowledge Center (WKC) is the custodian of the knowledge
repository, which is an

authoritative source for global IP academic research. The WKC oversees
WIPO’s physical

and digital library collection, in addition to the dissemination of WIPO
publications.

Previously called the WIPO Library, the Section’s name and responsibilities
changed in May

2021 to reflect its expanding role.

The evolution of the knowledge repository requires a qualified Fellow to
assist with

augmenting its digital resources, in particular for the use by researchers
in developing and

least developed countries. Emphasis will be placed on acquiring robust,
reliable and peer-

viewed resources for research on issues related to intellectual property.

WIPO has established a fellowship to assist with WKC activities, which will
provide the Fellow

with experience to strengthen their knowledge and competence in their
field.

2. Duties and responsibilities

The Fellow shall work under the supervision of the Head, WIPO Knowledge
Center (WKC).

The Fellow shall provide support in the following areas:

a) researching and incorporating resources into the knowledge repository
that can be

directly accessed by all users from around the world;

b) creating relevant knowledge packages that can be showcased on the WKC
webpage;

c) analyzing current digital resources and services, identifying the
information gaps for users

from developing countries, and then establishing measurement techniques as
to whether gaps

are being filled and meeting users’ needs;

d) promoting best practices and building collaboration within WIPO and with
external

stakeholders to ensure meaningful engagement with the WKC;

e) testing new features and functions of the WKC services;

f) participating in any webinars, meetings or presentations as requested by
the Head, WKC,

including performing any administrative tasks related to the organization
of such events;

g) any other tasks as requested by the Head, WIPO Knowledge Center.

3. Requirements

a) Education:

Essential: First-level degree in library, information science, knowledge
management or a

related field. Recognized professional qualification.

b) Languages:

Essential: Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English and a good
knowledge of

French.

Desirable: Good knowledge of at least one of WIPO’s other official
languages.

c) Experience:

Essential: At least one year experience in professional library services.
Experience with

an integrated library system (ILS). Demonstrated proficiency in data
gathering, including

usage statistics, and analysis techniques to support assessment activities.

Desirable: Demonstrated experience in providing outreach programs and
activities related

to a digital library environment.

d) Knowledge and skills:

Essential:

i. Strong awareness of the relationship between digital resources and
library outreach

services, in relation to all user groups, while respecting digital
licenses;

ii. Excellent written and oral communication skills;

iii. Ease and tact in personal contacts at all levels.

Desirable:

i. Knowledge of bibliometrics and/or altmetrics;

ii. Proficiency in webpage design and content management software with an
ability to

create web content working directly in HTML.

d) WIPO Core Competencies:

i. Communicating effectively.

ii. Respecting individual and cultural differences.

iii. Showing team spirit.

iv. Managing yourself.

v. Producing results.

vi. Embracing change.

vii. Respecting ethics and values.

4. Terms and Conditions

a) Term of fellowship: up to 12 months, with the possibility of renewable
up to an

additional 12 months, for a maximum of two years.

b) Location: WIPO Headquarters, Geneva, Switzerland.

c) Stipend: CHF 6,000 per month (CHF 72,000 per year).

d) Travel expenses: Travel expenses: one economy class ticket (return)
from/to the

Fellow’s place of residence by the most direct and economical route to/from
Geneva.

If necessary, WIPO may provide assistance in obtaining an entry visa to
Switzerland.

e) WIPO provides medical and accident insurance coverage during the course
of the

fellowship.

f) WIPO will request a “carte de légitimation” for the Fellow, which serves
as a

residence and work permit, from the Permanent Mission of Switzerland to the
United

Nations Office and to the other international organizations in Geneva.
Family

members of the Fellow are not eligible for a “carte de legitimation.”

g) Tax and social security: Fellows shall be solely responsible for meeting
any taxation

and social security obligations that may arise directly or indirectly from
their contract

with WIPO.

5. Additional information

Fellows are not staff members of WIPO and the position does not lead to any
employment

rights and entitlements beyond the terms of the fellowship.

6. How do I apply?

Please send the following documents via email to library.wkc at wipo.int by
February 11,

2022 before 6:00 p.m. Geneva time:

a. the fellowship application form with all fields completed; and

b. a covering letter, expressing your interest in the fellowship; and

c. a curriculum vitae (résumé).

Only those candidates who are shortlisted for a written test and an
interview (via

videoconference) will be contacted, in which case you will be required to
provide a scanned

copy of an identification or passport and the specified
degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s).

Please note that the fellowship is subject to satisfactory references.

_________________________________________

WIPO Knowledge Center (WKC)

2022 Fellowship Application Form

Applicant Information

Please complete all fields.

Date:

Family Name:

First Names:

Gender:

Date of birth (DD/ MM/YYYY):

Street Address (City, Country, Postal Code):

Phone number(s), including country code:

Email address:

Nationality (please indicate if you have more than one nationality):

Place and country of birth:

Languages Spoken

Place an X next to the corresponding choice:

English

None

Basic

Intermediate

Advanced

French

None

Basic

Intermediate

Advanced

Other Language

None

Basic

Intermediate

Advanced

Education

Please list the highest university degree you have obtained, or are in the
process of completing:

References

Please provide the names of two references, with their titles, and
telephone numbers (including country

code), that we may contact.

1) Full Name and Title:

Telephone numbers (including country code):

2) Full Name and Title:

Telephone numbers (including country code):

*Please send the following documents via email to library.wkc at wipo.int
<library.wkc at wipo.int> by Friday, February 11, 2022, before 6:00 p.m.
Geneva time: *

a covering letter, expressing your interest in the fellowship; and

a curriculum vitae (résumé).

*END OF INFORMATION REQUIRED FOR APPLICATION*.

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application but rather library.wkc at wipo.int for any further information.

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