OFFICE(15)/89 
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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/15-50 
 Issued on:   15 October 2015 
Title:   Information Management Specialist Application Deadline (CET):   12 November 
2015  
Grade:   6 
 Division:   Language, Documentation and 
Information Management (443) Contract Type:   Fixed-term 
 
Starting Salary:   CHF 84,820 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 compen sation 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 fi ll a position of Information Management 
Specialist in the Information Management Se rvices of the Language, Documentation and 
Information Management Division.   
  
General Functions  
 Under the supervision of the Chief, Official Documents and Records, the incumbent will manage 
and administer the WTO Central Registry of Notifications (CRN) and all associated services; 
updating and maintaining the registry database in co-ordination with staff in the Documents Management, Monitoring and Production Section. The incumbent will perform the following 
functions: 
 1. Receive and process all notifications submitted by Members for inclusion in the CRN and act as a focal point for enquires and information on notifications. 
 
2. Provide relevant information and support services to Members and liaise with divisional representatives in the Secretariat on notification issues. 
 
3. Index notifications entered in the registry da tabase according to their content and specific 
trade/product coverage. 
 
4. Update, modify or correct value lists and notification requirements in conjunction with divisional representatives. OFFICE(15)/89 
 
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 5. Produce periodic reports and statistics on the state of notifications for both Members and the 
Secretariat; remind Members of their obligations to notify and, in conjunction with the division 
concerned, request outstanding information from Members who have not fulfilled their notification requirements. 
 
6. Supervise the work of the CRN assistant and provide training and instruction.   
7. Participate in ongoing discussions on the futu re evolution of the notification process within 
the WTO Secretariat.  8. Undertake any other administrative and/or data management activities as required.  
 
 REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 
 
Education:  
An advanced university degree in library science / information management or a basic university 
degree plus a qualification in this field recognized by a professional body that is equivalent to an 
advanced university degree.   
Knowledge and Skills: 
 Demonstrated professional experience in indexi ng, analysing and describing information materials 
and records according to internationally recognized standards. 
 Excellent command and use of IT (Information Technology) tools relevant to information 
organization and retrieval. 
 A sound understanding of the principles of inde xing. Knowledge of the Harmonized System and 
other product classifications would be an asset. 
 
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.  The ability to work as part of a team is essential. 
 
The following interpersonal capabilities are required: relate to and build relationships with colleagues; communicate information in a clear way and understand information; present technical 
facts to knowledgeable specialised audiences; work as a member of a team, relating to others, 
while working independently to achieve his/her objectives.  Work Experience: 
 
Minimum two years' relevant experience.  
Languages: 
 Excellent command of English, both oral and written is required. A good working knowledge of 
French and/or Spanish would be an asset. 
 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 candidates. The re cruitment process may also involve the use of 
various forms of testing, assessment cent res, interviews and reference checks. 
 
Candidates not selected whose performance in the selection process nevertheless shows them to 
be suitable for a similar position 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. OFFICE(15)/89 
 
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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 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 soon as possible 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 
 
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