Individual Consultant (Technical Coordination Officer)
Overview
To support the technical planning, scientific coordination, and implementation of the 12th WESTPAC International Marine Science Conference (IMSC-12) and the 3rd UN Ocean Decade Regional Conference.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the overall technical coordination, planning, and implementation of the IMSC and associated events.
- Contribute to the development of the Conference overall framework, technical agenda, and programme structure.
- Coordinate and support the operation of the International Steering Committee (ISC) and other.
- Facilitate technical coordination and communication among organizers, partners, and host country counterparts.
- Monitor progress of conference preparations and support risk mitigation.
- Coordinate the preparation and dissemination of calls for proposals and abstracts.
- Support technical review and selection processes for scientific sessions, workshops, and incubators.
- Liaise with session/workshop/incubator conveners and speakers.
- Ensure effective integration of cross-cutting themes.
- Support engagement and coordination with Member States, UN agencies, regional organizations, scientific institutions and networks, Decade Actions, civil society organizations, and Early Career Ocean Professionals (ECOPs).
- Facilitate collaboration among regional and international initiatives.
- Contribute to partnership development and resource mobilization efforts.
- Promote inclusivity, diversity, gender balance, and equitable regional representation.
- Support the development and dissemination of communication and outreach materials.
- Contribute to strengthening the visibility and strategic messaging of the Conference and associated UN Ocean Decade Actions.
- Support documentation and knowledge management processes.
- Coordinate with associated communication teams and partners.
- Provide on-site/virtual technical coordination during the Conference.
- Ensure smooth implementation of scientific sessions, workshops, incubators, and side events.
- Support preparation of Conference summary report, key outcomes and recommendations, and follow-up actions.
Required Experience
At least 5–7 years of relevant experience in international project development and coordination; conference/event programme development and implementation, and ocean-related international programmes. Proven experience working with international organizations, preferably within the UN system. Strong understanding of ocean issues in the Western Pacific, the UN Ocean Decade, and the WESTPAC programmes. Excellent coordination, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Strong drafting and reporting skills in English.
Qualifications
Advanced university degree in international cooperation, marine science, ocean policy, environmental management, or related fields.