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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 di versity.  
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Vacancy Notice No.:  EXT/F/16-75 Issued on:  20 October 2016  
 
Title:  Recruitment Specialist  Application Deadline (CET):  17 November 
2016 
 
Grade:  6 
 Division:  Human Resources  
 
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 W orld 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 p ackage 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 Recruitment Specialist in the 
Human Resources Division . 
 
 
General Functions  
 
1. Execute en d-to-end recruitment processes for assigned fixed-term vacancies, including 
preparation of job descriptions and vacancy notices, advising hiring divisions on hiring processes, 
participating in selection panels as the HR representative, etc.  
 
2. Undertake r esearch on selection methods and make suggestions  on appropriate selection 
tools, including choice of tests, role plays, case studies, assessment centres  and psychometric 
tests; assist in  prepar ing such role plays, tests and case studies as needed.  
 
3. Actively contribute to the enhancement of recruitment workflow process es based on  
codification, review and analysis of current operations  as well as research on recruitment practices 
in comparable organizations ; contribute to making information on recruitment  clearer and more 
accessible to relevant stakeholders, e.g. creat ing manuals/handbooks for hiring managers , drafting 
parts of a policy document , improving the information presented in the recruitment page of the 
official WTO website . 
  
4. Assist in the hir ing process for temporary positions to  ensure that temporary staff members 
are recruited  according to WTO staff rules and regulations  and hiring practices . 
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  5. Act as administrator of the WTO e -recruitment system; develop a thorough understanding of 
the on line platform, make continuous improvements in collaboration  with the service provider and 
monitor the performance of the website.  
 
6. Conduct regular statistical analysis of recruitment operations of the team ; contribute to 
establishing and keeping up -to-date recruitment plans of the team.  
 
7. Create and maintain networks with recruitment officers in other international organizations; 
keep oneself abreast of the latest trends in recruitment and talent acquisition and make 
recommendations on ways to apply it in the WTO hiring context.  
 
8.  Contribute to recruitment outreach activities of the WTO as necessary.  
 
 
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS  
 
Education:  
 
Advanced university degree in Organizational Psychology, Human Resources , Business 
Administration  or a relevan t field; or alternatively a basic university degree combined with 
professional experience in the recruitment or talent acquisition field, equivalent to an advanced 
university degree.  
CIPD, SHRM or equivalent accredi tation valued but not essential.    
 
Knowledge and Skills:  
 
Knowledge of various recruitment methods.  
Analytical skills. Problem solving skills.  
Good drafting skills in English.  
Curiosity  and willingness to try out new things while being sensitive to existing practices/culture.  
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.  
Tact and discretion and the ability to adhere rigorously to requirements of confidentiality .  
Client service -oriented mindset. Ability to take accountability and demonstrate commitment to get 
work done.   
The following in terpersonal capabilities are required: a bility to communicate information in a clear 
way and to understand information;  ability  to face and cope with conflict situations with 
colleagues ; ability to persuade others to a point of view using facts ; ability  to work as a member of 
a team, relating to others, while working independently to  achieve his/her objectives ; ability  to 
initiate and build relationships with a variety of people both inside and outside the organization.  
 
Work Experience:  
 
Minimum two years of experience in recruitment, talent acquisition or a relevant field. Work 
experience in international organizations will be considered an asset.  
 
Languages:  
 
Excellent speaking and writing skills in English  and a w orking knowledge of French . Knowledge of  
Spanish would be an asset.   
 
Additional 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. Th e 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 positi on may be kept on a roster for up to 1 2 months, and may 
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APPLICANTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO SIT A WRITTEN EXA MINATION  
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APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED DIRECTLY IF SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW  
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Please note that all candidates must c omplete 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 possi ble 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  
 
The WTO is a non -smoking enviro nment.