OFFICE(1 7)/17 
17-1112 
 
 
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 div ersity.  
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Vacancy Notice No.:  EXT/F/17-12 Issued on:  24 February  2017 
 
Title:  Medical  Docto r (50%)  Application Deadline (CET):  27 March  2017 
 
Grade:  9 
  Division:  Human Resources Divis ion 
Contract Type:  Fixed -term 
 
Starting Salary:  CHF 66,790  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 g rant, 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 compensat ion package is provided on the 
WTO website:  
http://www.wto.org/english/thewto_e/vacan_e/comp_package_e.pdf . 
 
The Secretariat of the WTO is seeking to fill a position of Medical  Doctor  on a part -time 
basis ( 50% ) in the Medical Service .  The Medical Doctor  works on the basis of the 
professional code of ethics, with which professional integrity and confidentiality are 
amongst the highest requirements.  
 
General Functions  
 
Reporting to the D irector of the Human Resources Division , the incumbent will have the following 
responsibilities:  
 
1. Ensure the day -to-day running of the Medical Unit , supervise the nurses and medical 
administrative staff, ensure availability of drugs and medical supplies and proper functioning of 
medical equipment.  
 
2. Ensure appropriate training programs are implemented in order to maintain and develop the 
medical capabilities  of the Medical Unit . 
 
3. Undertake day -to-day occupational health duties:  pre -placemen t and periodic medical 
examinations, prepare WTO staff going on mission  and provide  travel kits, etc . 
 
4. Undertake day -to-day clinical duties, e.g. walk -in clinic, emergencies .   
 
5. Follow -up with outside specialists and refer staff to outside specialist s as necessary.  
 
6. Provide heal th education and health promotion programs . 
 
7. Coordinate with the Human Resources Division and the WTO Pension Plan on long -term sick 
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS  
 
Education:  
 
A licence to practice  medicine  in Switzerland , preferably internal medicine  (additional specialities 
an asset).    
 
Knowledge and Skills:  
 
A strong medical background and the ability to work independently. Knowledge of clinical, 
occupation al and travel medicine . Authorized to prescribe medication s.   
Must d emonstrate professional competence  and mastery of subject matter ; provide patient care 
that is compassionate, appropriate and effective for the treatment of health problems . 
Conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results .   
Good inter -personal skills and empathy.  
 
Work Experience:  
 
A minimum of 8 years of progressiv ely responsible e xperience  in one of the areas of medicine is 
required .  Experience in occupational health and travel medicine is also desirable.   
 
Languages:  
 
Excellent  knowledge of French or English with a good knowledge of the other. Knowledge of 
Spanish would be an asset . 
 
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 process nevertheless shows them to 
be suitable for a similar positio n may be kept on a roster for up to 18 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 EXAM INATION  
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APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED DIRECTLY IF SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW  
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Please note that all candidates must co mplete 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 possib le after the vacancy has  
been posted and well before the closing date – Central European Time (CET) –  
stated in the vacancy announcement.  
 
PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE  
CLOSING DATE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED  
 
The WTO is a non -smoking environ ment.