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Vacancy Notice No.:  EXT/L/16-89 Issued on:  22 December  2016 
 
Title:  Partnerships, Outreach and Fundraising 
Coordinator  Application Deadline (CET):  6 February  2017 
 
 
Grade:  9 
   
Division:  Enhanced Integrated Framework 
Executive Secretaraiat  
(LT12) Contract Type:  Fixed -term 
 
Starting Salary:  CHF 133,581  net per annum  
(approximate)  Duration:  One year with the possibility of 
extension subject to availability of funds and 
incumbent's level of performance.  
 
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 m andatory 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 expense s 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 a position of Partnerships, Outreach and 
Fundraising Coordinator at the Executive Secretariat for the Enhanced Integrated 
Framework (ES) . 
 
 
General Functions  
 
The purpose of the job is to facilitate the implementation of the E nhanced Integrated Framework 
(EIF) programme by strengthening existing partnerships and creating synergies with new ones, 
mobilizing resources, contributing to positi oning the EIF programme in the global development 
discourse and outreach work.  
 
Reporting to the Deputy Executive Director of the Executive Secretariat for the EIF , the incumbent 
will have the following responsibilities:  
 
1. Strengthen existing partnershi ps and identify and develop new ones, in order to increase 
synergies with bilateral, multilateral and regional institutions/programmes within the framework of 
the EIF.   
 
2. Expand and increase operational linkages with non -traditional partners and stakeho lders, 
including but not limited to South -South donors; international and regional organizations working 
on trade and investment issues; philanthropic organizations; agencies and organizations working 
on the global development agenda relevant to the EIF's work; the private sector; think -tanks; and 
civil society actors.  
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  3. Lead resource mobilization efforts at the global and regional levels and provide guidance as 
well as support to the E S team members to help the EIF Countries to leverage resources.  
 
4. Shape and supervise all communications -, marketing - and outreach -related work, including 
the work of the Communications Officer , to ensure that these activities are directly and 
consistently supporting the partnerships and resource mobilization efforts of th e EIF programme. 
Coordinate both print and web -based publication works of the EIF .  
 
5. Participate in, and contribute to, the global development discourse, including the Istanbul 
Programme of Action for LDCs; the Addis Ababa Action Agenda; and the 2030 Ag enda for 
Sustainable Development, from the perspective of the EIF.  
 
6. Lead the organization of EIF Steering Committee (EIFSC) meetings, which bring together the 
full partnership and showcase results of the programme on the ground, including good practices  
and lessons learn ed. This involves the preparation of documentation including  the EIFSC meeting 
records , coordinating the implementation of EIFSC decisions , and undertaking any necessary 
follow -up. 
 
7. Assist in the preparation of a strategic plan, a work  plan and a budget.  
 
8. Be the focal point responsible for dealing with all the partners of the EIF, including reporting 
to all the partners and stakeholders, as and when required.  
 
9. Liaise and work closely with the various divisions of the WTO Secretar iat with a view to 
creating synerg ies with the work of those divisions in supporting the Least Developed Countries.  
 
10. Undertake any other activities as instructed by the Executive Director and/or the Deputy 
Executive Director based on the evolving need s and priorities of the programme.  
 
 
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS  
 
Education:  
 
Advanced university degree in any one of the following: business administration, management, 
marketing/public relations, global affairs, economics, international trade or related fi elds with a 
development component.  
 
Knowledge and Skills:  
 
Mandatory requirements:  
 
Proven track record of result s orientation , including meeting fundraising targets; extensive 
knowledge of, and expertise in, developing and implementing fun draising/market ing campaigns , 
communications/outreach;  experience in working with donor and fundraising databases , systems  
and processes ; and knowledge of the global development agenda.  
 
Ability to establish strategic partnerships to meet the overall mission of the EIF;  establish and 
maintain strong networks; and excellent relationship management skills .  Excellent drafting , 
presentation  and communication s skills presented in a  variety of formats  in a concise, targeted, 
persuasive and creative  manner ; and planning , organ izing, and multi -tasking skills , including the 
ability to work under tight deadlines and often under high level s of stress.  
 
A self-starter with high levels of flexibility and motivation; strong research skills; strong creative 
and innovation skills; high level of attention to detail; ability to market/sell a cause and make the 
most of opportunities; ability to communicate complex ideas and technical facts in an accessible 
and user -friendly manner; ability to work in a team where supporting and gaining the  support of 
others is important to achieving her/his objectives; supervisory skills; ; and multilateral diplomacy 
skills.  
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  Desirable:  
 
Knowledge and understanding of , and sensitivity to,  the challenges faced by the LDCs; interests 
and priorities related t o trade and the economic development of the EIF Countries; the dynamics 
of Aid  for Trade and development aid from the Donor, EIF Partner Agency and LDC perspectives; 
and the issues of poverty, gender, environment, global and regional value chains, regional  
integration and the private sector's role s in fostering inclusive trade.   
 
Work Experience:  
 
A minimum of eight years' relevant experience in fundraising, partnerships and 
marketing/outreach within the international development sector, including with a f ocus on bilateral 
donors, corporate bodies and foundations.  
 
Languages:  
 
Fluency in written and spoken English is required , and a competent level of French or Portug uese 
is desirable.  
 
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 eva luation 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 suit able 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.  
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APPLICANTS MAY BE REQU IRED 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 t hat all candidates must complete 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 appl y 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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