💼 Full-Time Position

Governance Officer

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IUCN Eastern and Southern Africa
📍 gland, waadt, Switzerland
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Location
gland, Switzerland
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Posted
June 16, 2026
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Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

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...