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The recruitment policy of the WTO is to seek to attract and retain staff members  
offering the highest standards of competence, efficiency and integrity.  
As an Equal Opportunities Employer, the WTO gives full regard to merit and diversity.  
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Vacancy Notice No.:  EXT/F/20 -17 Issued on:  5 March 2020  
 
Title:  Training Officer  Application Deadline:  2 April 2020  
 
Grade:  7 
 Division:  Institute for Training and 
Technical Cooperation  
 Contract Type:  Fixed -term 
 
Starting Salary:  CHF 90,472  net per annum  
(approximate)  Duration:  Two years with the possibility of 
extension  
 
Other 
Conditions:  In accordance with WTO Staff Regulations and Staff Rules and WTO Pension Plan 
Regulations.  
The World Trade Organization offers an attractive compensation package including 
an annual net salary (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions 
and health insurance), dependency  benefits, pension plan, health insurance 
scheme, separation grant, and 30 days annual leave.  Benefits for internationally 
recruited staff may include travel and removal expenses on appointment and 
separation, installation grant, education grant, rental su bsidy, and home leave.  
Additional information on the compensation package is provided on the 
WTO website:  
https://www.wto.org/english/thewto_e/vacan_e/compensation_e.htm  
 
 
The Secretariat of the WTO is seeking to fill the post of Training Officer in the E -Learning 
Unit of the Institute of Training and Technical Cooperation (ITTC).  
 
The E -Learning Unit is responsible for designing, developing, delivering, monitoring and 
evaluating the E -Learning Courses on WTO and trade -related matters . 
 
 
General Functions  
 
Under the supervision of the Head of the E -Learning Unit, the Training Officer is responsible for 
developing and updating E -Learning courses on WTO and trade -related matters.  In his/her work, 
the incumbent will also be expected to contribute to the traini ng strategy of the Organization, 
including through the Technical Assistance (TA) Plan and the Progressive Learning Strategy, as well 
as to the development/update of the Unit's logical framework (logframe).  
 
More specifically, the incumbent will have the f ollowing responsibilities:  
 
1. Design and develop E -Learning material on trade -related issues, including learning objectives, 
theory, case studies, learning stories, summaries/take -aways, exercises and tests, in coordination 
with relevant colleagues in th e Institute for Training and Technical Cooperation (ITTC) as well as in 
other Divisions and groups in the Secretariat;  
 
2. Develop concepts, scripts, and content for multimedia learning material;  
 
3. Revise the E -Learning material in the catalogue of onlin e courses to include updated 
information;  
 
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  4. Participate in managing and facilitating learning communities in the E -Learning platform;  
 
5. Participate in organizing and delivering interactive activities such as chat sessions or webinars;  
 
6. Provide inputs for the social media and outreach/communication activities;  
 
7. Provide inputs to update the Unit's logframe; collect and analyse data for results -based 
management;  
 
8. Analyse and assess new trends and developments in the learning and E -Learning fields; 
maintain and develop own technical and pedagogical related skills;  
 
9. Participate in preparing reports and papers related to the E -Learning programme;  
 
10. Participate in meetings and working groups on issues related to E -Learning, in and o utside the 
WTO Secretariat;  
 
11. Perform any other functions as instructed by the Head of Unit, Head of Section or the Director 
of the ITTC, depending on the evolving needs and priorities of the ITTC.  
 
 
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS  
 
Education:  
 
An advanced univ ersity degree in a relevant subject, such as law, economics, or international 
relations, or a bachelor's degree accompanied by relevant experience equivalent to an advanced 
university degree in a relevant discipline.  
 
Knowledge and Skills:  
 
Technical know ledge and skills:  
 
In-depth knowledge of the economic and legal theory and principles underlying the WTO Agreements 
and the Multilateral Trading System as well as of the WTO Agreements is required.  
Solid knowledge transfer skills and, in particular, in -depth knowledge and experience with interactive 
training methods aimed at adults is required; knowledge and experience in the e -learning field is 
desirable.  
Excellent drafting skills are required.  
Advanced computer and digital literacy is required: advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite 
with ability to create a variety of templates, manage tables, create and format charts, build 
interactive presentations, develop complex reports including text, tables, and multimedia; ability to 
use the Interne t as a tool for communication, research, survey design, data collection and reporting.  
 
Behavioural Skills required:  
 
Excellent analytical skills.  
Excellent organizational skills; ability to meet tight deadlines.  
Ability to adapt, be creative and demonst rate a problem -solving attitude.  
Excellent interpersonal skills are required: capability to persuade others to a point of view using 
facts; to present technical facts to knowledgeable specialised audiences; to face and cope with 
conflict situations with c olleagues; to relate to and build relationships with colleagues; to 
communicate information in a clear way and to understand information; and to work as a member 
of a team, relating to others, while working independently to achieve his/her objectives.  
 
Work Experience:  
 
At least three years of relevant professional work experience.  
 
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  Languages:  
 
Excellent speaking, reading and writing skills in English and Spanish  (at a level corresponding or 
equivalent to a minimum of C1 according to the Common European  Framework of Reference for 
Languages (CEFR)). Working knowledge of French would be an important added advantage.  
 
Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide proof of their language skills under a recognized 
framework (e.g. CEFR, IELTS, etc.) unless t he language in question is their mother tongue. The 
language skills of shortlisted candidates who are unable to provide proof of their language proficiency 
will be assessed as part of the selection process.  
  
 
Additional Information:  
 
The position may be offered at a lower grade if the selected candidate does not fully meet all the 
required qualifications.  
 
Only applications from nationals of WTO Members will be accepted.  
 
The WTO may use various communication technologies such as video or teleconference for the 
assessment and evaluation of candidates. The recruitment process may also involve the use of 
various forms of testing, assessment centres, interviews and reference checks.  
 
Candidates not selected whose performance in the selection p rocess nevertheless shows them to be 
suitable for a similar position may be kept on a roster for up to 12 months, and may subsequently 
be called upon as and when the need arises for additional resources.  
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APPLICANTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO SIT A WRITTEN EXAMINATION  
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APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED DIRECTLY IF SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW  
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Please note that all candidates must complete an o nline application  form.  
To apply, please visit the WTO's E -Recruitment website at: https://erecruitment.wto.org . 
The system provides instructions for online application procedure s. 
 
All applicants are encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has  
been posted and well before the closing date – Geneva (Switzerland) time –  
stated in the vacancy announcement.  
 
PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE  
CLOSING DATE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED  
 
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