Head of Internal Audit
World Intellectual Property Organization · CH-GenevaPublication Date : 14-Jul-2026 Application Deadline : 27-Aug-2026, 9:59:00 PM The deadline for applications has been extended until August 27, 2026. · Apply by October 26, 2026
About this role
The deadline for applications has been extended until August 27, 2026. IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING APPLICATION DEADLINE : please note that the deadline for applications is indicated in local time as per the time zone of the applicant’s location. This post is a limited-term fixed-term post. 1. Organizational Context a. Organizational Setting The post is located in the Internal Audit Section of the Internal Oversight Division (IOD) in the Sector of the Director General. IOD serves as an independent and objective reviewer of WIPO operations and activities based on risk and relevance to WIPO management and constituencies, with a view to promoting the economy, efficiency, effectiveness, and impact of the Secretariat's work. The Audit Section evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of governance arrangements, internal controls, and risk management frameworks, and provides assurance, analysis, and recommendations to strengthen accountability, sound management practices, and organizational performance. IOD reports functionally to the Independent Advisory and Oversight Committee (IAOC) and administratively to the Director General. The office is independent of the organization's…