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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/15-53 Issued on:  29 October 2015 
 
Title:  Graphic Designer and Typographer Application Deadline (CET):  26 November 
2015 
 
Grade:  5 
 Division:  Languages, Documentation and 
Information Management  
(455) Contract Type:  Fixed term 
 
Starting Salary:  CHF 72,251 net per annum 
(approximate)  Duration:  Two years with the possibility of an 
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 f ill the position of Graphic Designer and 
Typographer in the Graphic Design, Printing and Documents Distribution Section of the 
Languages, Documentation and In formation Management Division. 
 
 General Functions  
 
Under the supervision of Head of Unit and Chief of Section, the incumbent will provide creative, 
innovative and cost-effect design solutions, usin g the appropriate software, in both printed and 
digital forms. Responsibilities include: 
 
1. Meeting with clients to discuss and interpre t their needs in terms of graphics, signage, 
layout of documents and publications; advising clients on most appropriate design solutions for 
their needs. 
 2. Designing visual concepts and artwork using appropriate software (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign); using photo and illustration ba nks and typography guides as required. 
 
3. Providing high quality digital layouts for use in multi-media products such as publications, reports, brochures, etc. 
 
4. Scanning documents and allocating machines for printing, supervising scanning and layout technicians as required. 
 
5. Performing all graphic operations pertaining to printing and the maintenance of plotter(s) 
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6. Keeping abreast of technology developments, pa rticularly in the field of graphic design and  
publishing software. 
 7. Training new staff members as required. 
 
8. Performing all others tasks as required by the Chief of Section. 
 
 
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS  Education: 
 
Completed secondary education. Specialized traini ng in graphic design. Very good educational 
background in the matter of arts and artistic visual communication.  
 
Knowledge and Skills:  
Very good knowledge of publishing software su ch as Photoshop, Illustrator, QuarkXPress, 
InDesign, etc. Proficient knowledge of electronic document pr ocessing systems and of Adobe CS6 (photoshop, 
Indesign, Illustrator, Acrobat), PitStop and Microsoft software.   
Good knowledge of imposition techniques and systems.   
Excellent knowledge of printing procedures and requirements.  Knowledge of digital printing systems. 
Mastery of Macintosh.   
 Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines; ability to work with minimum supervision. 
 
The following interpersonal capabilities are required:  relate to and build relationships with colleagues; communicate information in a clear way and understand clear factual information; persuade others to a point of view using facts; work as a member of a team, relating to others, 
while working independently to achieve his/her objectives.  
 Work Experience: 
 
At least five years' experience in graphic design, visual communication and printing procedures.   
Languages: 
 Excellent knowledge of French and a good knowle dge of English or Spanish.  Knowledge of all 
three languages would be an advantage. 
 
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 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 
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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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