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offering the highest standards of competence, efficiency and integrity.  
As an Equal Opportunities Employer, the WTO gives full regard to merit and di versity.  
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Vacancy Notice No.:  EXT/F/16 -68 Issued on:  11 October  2016 
 
Title:  Statistical Officer  Application Deadline (CET):  8 November  2016 
 
Grade:  6 
 Division:  Economic Research and  Statistics  
(176) 
Contract Type:  Fixed -term 
 
Starting Salary:  CHF 83,548  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:  
http://www.wto.org/english/thewto_e/vacan_e/comp_package_e.pdf . 
 
The Secretariat of the WTO is seeking to fill the posi tion of  Statistical Officer in the 
Market Access Intelligence Section of the Statistics Group in the Economic Research and 
Statistics Division . 
 
The Statistics Group supports WTO members and the Secretariat with quantitative information in 
relation to econ omic and trade policy issues. It is the principal supplier of WTO trade and trade 
policy statistics through its annual publications and via the internet and intranet. The Statistics 
Group is responsible for the maintenance and development of the Integrated  Data Base (IDB) and 
the Consolidated Tariff Schedules  (CTS), which supports the Market Access Committee’s 
information requirements in relation to tariffs. Statisticians also provide members with technical 
assistance in relation to the IDB  and CTS. 
 
Genera l Functions  
 
Reporting to the Chief of the Integra ted Data Base Unit of the Market Access Intelligence Section, 
the incumbent will undertake the following responsbilities:  
 
1. Contribute to the collection , processing and analysis of tariffs and other market access or 
trade -related information/statistics to support the WTO system needs.  
 
2. Follow up on new appro aches for improving the information systems and data sources 
relevant for the I ntegrated Data Base (IDB)  notification requirements . 
 
3. Develop and  maint ain good working contacts with delegations and national experts 
concerning the submission of IDB data . 
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  4. Contribute to drafting WTO documents and other statistical reports and compile information 
for briefing  notes . 
 
5. Provide assistance  in the an alysis of quantitative indicators relating to trade policy -relevant 
information.  
 
6. Participate in technical assistance to WTO Members.  
 
 
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS  
 
Education:  
 
Advanced university degree in a quantitative subject such as mathematics, statis tics or economics.   
 
Knowledge and Skills:  
 
Knowledge of statistical concepts such as those used in international trade statistics, balance of 
payments, and national accounts ; knowledge of statistical classifications . 
Some  understanding of WTO market acces s related concepts .  
 
Advance d IT skills on database/information management , specifically on the use of WTO standard 
database software s like MS Access and /or SQL Server; good experience in using  R, SAS or similar 
software would be a strong advantage.  
Drafting skills including the ability to draft technical documents accurately and concisely .  
Good oral and written presentation skills ; ability to teach and communicate technical matters in a 
clear and didactic manner.  
 
The following interpersonal capabilitie s are required: relate to and build relationships with 
colleagues, both inside and outside the organization;  communicate and understand clear factual 
information;  persuade others to a point of view using facts;  present technical facts to 
knowledgeable spec ialised audiences;  face and cope with conflict situations with colleagues;  and  
work as a member of a team, relating to others, while working independently to achieve his/her 
objectives.  
 
Work Experience:  
 
At least two years' experience is required , handli ng data and/or doing statistical analyses within a 
national statistical office, trade /customs office , or in a  governmental , non-governmental  or 
business environment . 
 
Languages:  
 
Very good speaking and writing skills , which include giving technical present ations , in one and 
good working knowledge  in another official WTO language  (English, French, Spanish)  are required .  
As concerns English, at least, good working knowledge is required.  
 
Additional Information:  
 
Only applications from nationals of WTO Member s 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, inter views 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 
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APPLICANTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO SIT A WRITTEN EXAMINATION  
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APPLICANTS WILL BE CO NTACTED 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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