DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ARE YOU A STRATEGIC LEADER PASSIONATE ABOUT CLIMATE RESILIENCE, SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT, AND GLOBAL COOPERATION?

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) is seeking a visionary Director of Development Partnerships and Programme Delivery to lead our efforts in mobilizing resources, forging transformative partnerships, and delivering high-impact programmes that serve our global community.


YOUR LEADERSHIP IMPACT

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Secretary-General, you will be making the following impact:

1) LEAD STATEGIC RESOURCE MOBILIZATION:

Design and implement a forward-looking funding strategy, engaging with bilateral and multilateral donors, climate funds, foundations, and private sector partners.

2) FORGE HIGH IMPACT PARTNERSHIPS:

Build and sustain strategic alliances that align with WMO's scientific mandate and Member priorities-especially for Least Developed Countries and Small Island Developing States.

3) OVERSEE PROGRAMME DELIVERY:

Ensure that WMO's development cooperation initiatives are results-driven, financially sustainable, and aligned with institutional goals.

4) DRIVE INNOVATION AND PRIVATE SECTOR ENGAGEMENT:

Promote co-investment and innovation through public-private partnerships, digital tools, and blended finance approaches.

5) REPRESENT WMO ON THE GLOBAL STAGE:

Advocate for investment in early warning systems, systematic observations, and capacity-building at major international forums and financing platforms.

6) INSPIRE AND LEAD:

Foster a culture of excellence, service, and accountability within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to WMO's transformation into a more agile, impactful organization.


WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

This is a pivotal leadership position at the intersection of science, policy, and development. You will shape how WMO engages with governments, donors, financial institutions, the private sector, and civil society to scale up support for weather, climate, and water services-especially in the most vulnerable regions of the world.