Governance Officer

IUCN Eastern and Southern Africa
Full-time gland, waadt Other-General
Posted:
June 11, 2026
Location:
gland, waadt, Switzerland

Job Description

Background

Vacancy #: 7634
Unit: Governance
Organisation: International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Location: Headquarters, Gland, Switzerland
Reporting to: Senior Governance Manager
Work percentage: 100%
Grade: P1
Expected start date: 01 September 2026
Type of contract: Max-term (up to 24 months with possibility of renewal)

The Governance Unit supports the IUCN Council, Bureau, Council Standing Committees and the President in exercising their functions under the IUCN Statutes, Regulations and Rules of Procedure. The Unit ensures effective organisation of governance processes, timely preparation and follow‑up of decisions, and maintenance of accurate records and governance documentation.

Responsibilities

  • Governance meeting preparation and delivery
    • Support assigned aspects of the preparation and delivery of meetings of the Council, Bureau, Council Standing Committees and related subsidi...

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-time
Location: gland, Switzerland
Posted: June 11, 2026
Deadline: July 21, 2026