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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 diversity.  
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Vacancy Notice No.:  EXT/L/19 -5 Issued on:  24 January 2019 
 
Title:  Communications Officer  Application Deadline (CET):  21 February  2019 
 
Grade:  6 
 Division:  Enhanced Integrated Framework 
Executive Secretariat  
(LT11) Contract Type:  Fixed -term 
 
Starting Salary:  CHF 82,962  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 inc luding 
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 sta ff 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:  
https://www.wto.org/english/th ewto_e/vacan_e/compensation_e.htm  
 
 
The Secretariat of the WTO is seeking to fill the position of Communications Officer at the 
Executive Secretariat (ES) for the Enhanced Integrated Framework (EIF).  
 
The EIF partnership of 51 countries, 24 donors and eight partner agencies works closely 
with governments, development organizations and civil society to assist the Least 
Developed Countries (LDCs) use trade as an engine for development and poverty 
reduction . 
 
 
General Functions  
 
Reporting to the Head of Pa rtnerships, Outreach and Resource Mobilization and working closely with 
the staff of the ES, the incumbent will have the following responsibilities:  
 
1. Strateg y-related  responsibilities:  
 
• Contribute to the success of the EIF's new communications and out reach strategy to advance 
the EIF's profile and strengthen its reputation as a trusted and strong delivery partner.  
• Assist in the collection of qualitative and quantitative data needed for tracking progress and 
reporting on impact -based key performance i ndicators to internal and external audiences.  
 
2. Communications -related responsibilities   
 
• Working closely with the ES staff and communications consultants, develop materials for 
outreach, ranging from preparing news stories for the EIF's Trade for Dev elopment News and 
pitching op -eds, to press releases, media advisories, targeted emails, and others.  
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  • Coordinate the EIF's Communications Community of Practice with ministries of trade and 
commerce in the LDCs, by facilitating capacity development, dialo gue and information sharing.  
• Build and nurture long -term relationships with global media and manage media relations, 
engagement and monitoring and tracking.  
• Contribute to the EIF leading or participating in major global events.  
• Assist in coordination with EIF Partner Agencies on communications, especially on joint 
activities of the EIF partnership.  
 
3. Website and social media content related responsibilities:  
 
• Manage the EIF website and be a thought leader on its optimal stru cturing and format.  
• Support the social media intern to generate social media content, including text, photos, 
videos and audio for use across the EIF's website and social media channels.  
 
4. Other  responsibilities:  
 
• Working closely with the EIF's Monit oring and Evaluation team, manage a streamlined process 
so communications can curate and promote programmatic and country level results.  
• Assist the EIF governing bodies, the EIF Board and the EIF Steering Committee, by providing 
communications support.  
• Perform any other tasks that may be assigned as part of the work of the ES.  
 
 
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS  
 
Education:  
 
Undergraduate  degree in journalism, communications, public affairs, public policy, history, poli tics, 
international relations  and Master's degree in a similar or related discipline.  
 
Knowledge and Skills:  
 
Technical Knowledge and Skills:  
 
Understanding of trade for development issues at the nexus of global development . 
 
Strong drafting skills in English; experience preparing wri tten materials in English .  
Strong oral communications skills with a clear sense of how to communicate to diverse audiences.  
Be well versed in the use of relevant communications tools, including social media, websites and 
audio/visual.   
 
Behavioural Skills:  
 
Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with a range of communications partners, 
colleagues and consultants .  
Excellent interpersonal skills . Highly motivated  and proactive .  
Capable of working as a member of a team, relating to others, while working independently to  
achieve his/her objectives .  
Excellent organizational skills  and attention to detail . High sense of responsibility.  
Strong commitment to the EIF's mission and values.  
Ability to work effectively in a fa st-paced office environment, both independently and as part of a 
global team across time zones.  
 
Work Experience:  
 
At least two years of progressive work experience in communications, preferably at the international  
level, with experience with a range of c ommunications tools and techniques.  Experience working in 
least developed countries , particularly across the EIF's main geographies, on trade or development , 
is desirable .  
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  Languages:  
 
Fluency in English is required  (at a level corresponding or equivalen t to a minimum of C1 according 
to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) ). Working knowledge of 
French is strongly desired.  
 
Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide proof of their language skills under a recognized 
framework  (e.g. CEFR, IELTS, etc.)  unless the language in question is their mother tongue. The 
language skills of shortlisted candidates who are unable to provide proof of their language proficiency 
will be assessed as part of the selection process.  
 
Addit ional Information:  
 
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 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 
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.  
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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 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 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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