OFFICE(14)/72 
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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/14-39  Issued on:   4 December 2014 
 
Title:   Editor Application Deadline (CET):  7 January 2015 
 
Grade:   7 
 Division:   Trade Policies Review  
(387) 
Contract Type:   Fixed-term 
 Starting Salary:   CHF 90,429 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 fill the position of Editor in the Trade Policies 
Review Division.   
  
General Functions  
 Under the supervision of the Director, the incu mbent will perform the following functions: 
 
1. Edit Trade Policy Review (TPR) Secretariat reports drafted in English.  This includes 
improving the accuracy and writing of texts an d ensuring their conformity with WTO policy, 
terminology and style. 
 
2. Responsible for maintaining editorial standards in line with current editing and publishing 
practices. 
 
3. Provide drafting suggestions for report writers. 
 4. Oversee the finalization of TPR reports for publication. 
 
5. Produce and maintain up-to-date statistics on TPR reviews undertaken and due, based on 
Members' share in world trade (to ensure the correct frequency of reviews for each Member, in line 
with the TPRM mandate). 
 6. Provide inputs for the preparation of the A nnual Report of the Trade Policy Review Body 
(TPRB). 
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS  
Education: 
 University degree or equivalent in English language and literature. Professional editing 
qualifications. 
 Knowledge and Skills: 
 
Good knowledge of the WTO Agreements and term inology.  Good knowledge of WTO editorial 
styles and policies. Full understanding of the structure, substance, and objectives of the TPRM.  Ability to identify inaccuracies and sensitive i ssues in the written texts, and to judge whether 
problematic language constructions or ambiguities are language related or factual. 
 Good re-drafting and editorial skills, combined with the ability to substantiate editorial decisions or 
suggestions with tact and sensitivity. 
 The following interpersonal capabilities are required: relate to and build relationships with 
colleagues; communicate information in a clear way and understand information;  work as a 
member of a group, relating to others, while working independently to achieve his/her objectives.  Work Experience: 
 
At least three years’ relevant experience.  
Languages: 
 Excellent knowledge of English (mother-tongue-level ) is essential. Good knowledge of one or both 
of the other official languages of the WTO (French and 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. 
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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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Online applications are strongly encouraged to enable the WTO to store 
your profile in a permanent database. 
 
Please visit the WTO' s E-Recruitment website at:  www.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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