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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/20-19 
 Issued on : 16 March 2020  
 
Title: Project Manager  
 Application Deadline : 27 April 2020  
 
Grade : 6 
 Division : Languages, Documentation and 
Information Management  
 Contract type : Fixed -term 
 
Starting Salary : CHF 84,440  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 subsidy, 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 position of Project Manager  in the Graphic 
and Event Design, Print and Distribution Section of the Languages, Documentation and 
Information Management Division . 
 
General Functions  
 
Working in the Project Management Office, under the supervision of the Chief of Section , the 
incumbent will have the following responsibilities : 
 
1. Oversee the  coordina tion of  graphic and event design, print & distribution projects , using a 
client -oriented approach.   
 
2. Provide guidance and instruction to the P roject Management Office team to ens ure that 
projects are delivered on time, within scope and within budget.  
 
3.  Develop detailed project plans, coordinate internal and external resources, track project 
progress  and measure performance using appropriate project management tools .  
 
4.  Revie w, analyse and introduce technical solutions for improving the project management 
process.  
 
5 Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation . 
 
6.  Build and maintain  strong relationships with clients, graphi c designers a nd production 
specialists.  
 
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  7. Participate in preparing purchase requests, client's terms of reference, invitations to tender , 
and framework contracts to help source  outside companies , as needed . 
 
8. Participate in other section activities, as needed . 
 
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS  
 
Education:  
 
Advanced university degree in a relevant field . Project management certification /training  is also 
required . 
 
Knowledge and Skills:  
 
Technical knowledge and skills: 
 
Project management experience, including an understanding of agile methodology.  
 
Knowledge of project management tools, including Microsoft Office 365, Atlassian Confluence, Jira,  
Trello  or similar is required .  
 
General knowledge o f office work, preparing summary records, statistics and terms of reference . 
 
Experience in events management with an understanding of graphic and event design and  print 
production processes would be an advantage.   
 
Behavioural skills : 
 
Effective communication skills ; ability to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines ; ability 
to take initiative and cooperate with other colleagues in a n international setting ; ability to work 
independently and be a team player ; interest in digital technologies.   
 
Work Experience:  
 
At least two years ' relevant experience is required . 
 
Lang uages:  
 
Excellent English is required, including the ability to draft accurately, concisely and rapidly. A good 
knowledge of at least one of the other two WTO working languages (French and Spanish) is an 
advantage.  
 
English language is required at a level corresponding or equivalent to a minimum of C1 according to 
the Common  European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Shortlisted candidates will 
be assessed on their language skills as part of the selection process and may be asked to provide 
proof of their language skills under a recognized framework (e.g. CEFR, IEL TS, UN Language 
Proficiency Exam, etc.).  
 
Additional Information:  
 
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 ca ndidates . 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 process nevertheless shows them to be 
suitable for a si milar 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 . OFFICE( 20)/26 
 
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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 candi dates must complete an online application form.  
To apply, please visit the WTO's E -Recruitment website at : https://erecruitment.wto.org . 
The system provides instructions for online application procedures . 
All applicants are encouraged to apply online as so on 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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