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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/L/16-52 Issued on:  22 July 2016      
 
Title:  Deputy Executive Director      Application Deadline (CET):  5 September 
2016      
 
Grade:  10   
 Division:  Enhanced Integrated Framework 
Executive Secretariat      
 Contract Type:  Fixed-term      
 
Starting Salary:  CHF 158,974 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 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_p ackage_e.pdf.  
 
The Secretariat of the WTO is seeking to fill a position of Deputy Executive Director in 
the Executive Secretariat for the Enhanced Integrated Framework (ES). The Enhanced 
Integrated Framework (EIF) is a mult i-donor programme, which supports Least 
Developed Countries (LDCs) to be more active  players in the global trading system by 
helping them tackle supply-side constraints to  trade. The ES is administratively housed 
in the WTO.  
 
General Functions  
 
Reporting to the Executive Director (ED) of the ES , the Deputy Executive Director operates as the 
Chief Operating Officer and will be responsible fo r operationalizing the strategy and the vision 
articulated by the ED based on the direction provid ed by the EIF Board. The incumbent will ensure 
the effective and efficient delivery of the EIF programme – both in-country as well as at the global 
and regional levels; be an active advocate for th e EIF, in conjunction with the ED; and act as the 
advisor to the ED in delivering results in a cost-effective and sustainable manner.  
1. Support the ED in the execution of the Ch ange Management Plan as agreed by the EIF 
Board, with a view to making continuous improvements in efficiency, effectiveness and value for money. 
 
2. Provide programme oversight and guidance on operational matters through regular portfolio reviews to ensure that the identification, design , implementation and monitoring and evaluation 
(M&E) of the EIF project portfolio reflect th e outcomes and outputs in the EIF Logframe. 
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  3. Ensure that the strategic directions of the organization, including leveraging and 
sustainability, is fully reflected in the identification, design, implementation and M&E of the EIF 
programmes and activities in keeping with the demand of the EIF partnership. 
 4. Ensure that M&E procedures and tools are effectively used and updated and status reports 
on project/programme performance are produced as requested/needed. 
 5. Ensure that all the projects to be supported through the EIF Trust Fund meet the quality 
threshold before they are approved by the relevant authority. 
 6. Advise the ED on financial planning, budget ing, cash flow and an appropriate system of 
policies, internal controls and procedures. 
 
7. Supervise and/or provide guidance to a team  of staff responsible for country programmes, 
M&E, partnerships and communications. Where directed/delegated by the ED, establish and 
monitor staff performance and development goals, set objectives and conduct annual performance 
evaluation reviews.  
8. In line with the results-based management principles, pursue an effective collaboration with 
the EIF Trust Fund Manager (TFM) and act as the focal point in the EIF to closely monitor the performance of the TFM to ensure that it is functioning according to the letter and spirit of the terms of reference agreed upon by the EIF Board and report to the ED promptly to take corrective 
measures, if required. 
 9. Contribute to resource mobilization efforts of the EIF and organize major high level 
meetings, as well as represent the ED in various LDCs focused on international events, as and 
when required.  
10. Undertake programme-related missions, as and when required. 
 11. Perform any other functions as instructed by  the ED depending on the evolving needs and 
priorities of the EIF partnership. 
 
 REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 
 
Education:  
Advanced university degree in economics, development studies, business administration and/or 
Certified Public Accountant/Chartered Accountant/Chartered Certified Accountant professional qualifications.  
Knowledge and Skills: 
 Excellent knowledge and understanding of the prob lems faced by the LDCs. Understanding of the 
dynamics of Aid for Trade and development aid from  the perspectives of the LDCs, EIF Donors and 
the EIF Agencies. A proven track record of success in facilitating strategic and organizational change/development.  
 
Other mandatory skill sets required: Country-l evel project management skills; portfolio 
management skills; programme M&E skills; operational management skills; capacity-building skills; drafting skills; organizational skills; mult i-tasking skills; presentation and public speaking 
skills; and multilateral diplomacy skills.  
 The following interpersonal capabilities are required: Capability to initiate and build relationships 
with a variety of people both inside and outside of the organization; communicate complex 
abstract ideas to an audience of informed people and understand ideas when communicated by others; present technical facts to knowledgeable specialized audiences; supervise a group of 
people in their day-to-day work; and to work in  a team where supporting and gaining the support 
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  Work Experience: 
 
A minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience, of which at least five years at a senior 
management level, supervising seasoned staff operating multiple programmes/projects across a broad geography, including in the LDCs. 
 
Languages:  
An excellent knowledge of English is required to enable the incumbent to draft clearly, accurately 
and concisely and to communicate both orally and in written form in an articulate and persuasive manner. A good knowledge of French and/or Portuguese 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 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 12 months, and may 
subsequently be called upon as and when the need arises for additional resources. 
 This position is subject to continued availability  of funds. Should the successful candidate hold a 
regular or fixed-term contract under the regular WTO budget, the contractual status shall be 
changed to a one year fixed-term contract in accordance with the contractual arrangement set out in the vacancy notice. 
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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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