Classifications Officer
Organizational Context
The Mark and Design Classifications Section, within WIPO's Infrastructure and Platforms Sector, is responsible for maintaining international classification systems like the Nice, Vienna, and Locarno Classifications. These systems organize information for trademarks and industrial designs, facilitating efficient data flow and IP searches across different systems and languages.
Job Purpose
The Classifications Officer will play a key role in developing and implementing WIPO's technical program for the Nice, Vienna, and Locarno Classifications. This involves providing essential secretariat services to Committees of Experts and Working Groups. The position requires active participation in the formulation and execution of WIPO's strategies related to these crucial classification systems, ensuring their continued relevance and effective application in the global intellectual property landscape.
Responsibilities
The incumbent will provide secretariat services to the Nice, Vienna, and Locarno Unions' Committees of Experts and Working Groups, preparing documentation and drafting reports. Responsibilities include organizing discussions on online systems and e-forums for classification revisions, examining input, and providing expert advice and training to examiners. The role involves verifying new classification editions, managing the Section's website, and liaising with IT experts for platform enhancements. Additionally, the officer will support work plan preparation and monitoring, participate in activities for classification system development, and represent WIPO at international meetings, seminars, and training events, promoting WIPO Global IP Services.
Work Experience
A minimum of six years of professional experience is required in using Trademark or Industrial Design classification systems for examination or establishing classifications for trademark/design applications. Experience coordinating international meetings is desirable.
Skills
Excellent knowledge of at least one of the Nice, Vienna, or Locarno Classifications, with good knowledge of the others. Strong understanding of Committee of Experts and Working Group procedures. Excellent communication, presentation, and analytical skills. Proficiency in digital tools and online collaboration platforms. Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.