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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 -47 Issued on:  19 August 2020  
 
Title:  Printing & Finishing Technician  Application Deadline:  16 September 2020  
 
Grade:  4 
 Division:  Language and Documentation 
Services  
 Contract Type:  Fixed -term 
 
Starting Salary:  CHF 65,729  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 position of Printing & Finishing Technician 
in the Graphic and Event Design, Print and Distribution Section of the Language and 
Documentation Services Division . 
 
 
General Functions  
 
Working in the Print Distribution Services Unit, under the supervision of the Head of Unit, the 
incumbent will have the following responsibilities:  
 
1. Perform start -up, conduct and daily maintenance of the various types of finishing equipment,  
including thermal binding and laminating machines.  
 
2.  Perform start -up, conduct and daily maintenance of the black & white and colour digital  
printers.  
 
3.  Send digital print files from software and/or applications dedicated to this purpose by following  
the procedures in place.  
 
4. Update different tables for statistical and internal use.  
 
5.  Participate in any other unit tasks as required.  
 
 
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS  
 
Education:  
 
Completed secondary school education.  
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Knowledge and Skills:  
 
Technical skills:  
 
Very good knowledge of the conduct and maintenance of all the machines used for finishing.  
Good technical knowledge of digital printers and colour management.  
Good knowledge of technical terms and specificities related to graphic design and printing.  
Knowledge of la rge flatbed printer and/or cutting table would be an asset.  
Ability to use a personal computer and software tools.  
Behavioural skills:  
 
Good communication skills; ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines; ability to take 
initiatives and coo perate with other colleagues in an international context; ability to work 
independently and be a team player; interest in digital technologies.  
 
Work Experience:  
 
Three to four years of practical experience, of which two in the  conduct of finishing equipment and 
black / white and colour digital printers.  
 
Languages:  
 
Very good knowledge of French. Knowledge of English would be an asset.  
 
Additional Information:  
 
The position may be offered at a lower grade if the selected candid ate 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 process nevertheless shows them to be 
suitable for a similar pos ition may be kept on a roster for up to 24 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 I NTERVIEW  
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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 procedures.  
 
All applicants are encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has  
been poste d 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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