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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/18-7 Issued on:  7 February  2018 
 
Title:  Coordinator  Application Deadline (CET):  7 March  2018 
 
Grade:  8 
 Division:  Enhanced Integrated Framework 
Executive Secretariat  
(LT09) Contract Type:  Fixed -term 
 
Starting Salary:  CHF 112,969 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 inc lude 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:  
http://www.wto.org/english/thewto_e/vacan_e/comp_package_e.pdf . 
 
 
The Secretariat of the World Trade Organization (WTO) is seeking to fill a position of 
Coordinator to work in the Executive Secretariat (ES) for the Enhanced Integrated 
Framework (EIF). The EIF is a  multi -donor programme, which supports the Least 
Developed Countries (LDCs) to be more active players in the global trading system by 
helping them address supply -side constraints to trade. The ES is administ ratively housed 
in the WTO.  
 
General Functions  
 
Reporting to the Deputy Executive Director of the ES (DED), the incumbent will have the following 
responsibilities:  
 
1. Support the efficient and effective management of a portfolio of EIF -supported trade -related 
projects in LDCs with a  focus on the principle of results -based management . 
 
2. Strengthen , at programme and country level,  the framework function of the EIF to ensure 
that EIF projects achieve results in an efficient, effective, sustainable and impactful way  through:  
a) increased coordination  and harmonization of resources ; b) stronger regional and global 
partnerships ; c) identification of capacity -building needs for LDCs ; d) programme delivery and 
reporting ; e) implementation of EIF communication strategy ; f) management of EIF projects at 
national and regional level ; g) strategic plans and activity schedules ; h) support to co untries in 
sourcing experts for Diagnostic Trade Integration Studies (DTISs).    
 
3. Play a key role in EIF public advocacy, communication, outreach and capacity -building.  
 
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  4. Create  an enabling environment to strengthen the programme.  
 
5. Identify trainin g needs and ensure delivery , in collaboration with in -country teams.  
 
6. Ensure that the EIF support is catalytic by supporting in -country efforts in leveraging both 
financial and technical resources.  
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS  
 
Education:  
 
Advanced university degree in  business or public administration,  economics,  international relations 
with a development component or in a  closely  related field.  
 
Knowledge and Skills:  
 
Knowledge of international development issues and in particular Aid for Trade (Af T), including the 
roles of donors, international agencies and other players in providing and delivering AfT.  
 
Country -level project management skills; portfolio management skills; programme M&E skills; and 
capacity -building skills.  
 
Excellent organizationa l and communications skills , drafting skills , multi -tasking skills  and 
attention to detail.  
 
The following interpersonal capabilities are required: Capability to initiate, build and maintain 
relationships with a variety of people, both inside and outside o f the organization; and ability to 
work under pressure in a multicultural team where supporting and gaining the support of others is 
important to achieving his/her objectives.  
 
Work Experience:  
 
At least five years of relevant professional experience, including  work in development assistance 
for developing countries as well as experience in the LDCs.  Experience in financial and project 
management as well as reporting is also required. Experience in the field of international trade will 
be an added advan tage.  
 
Languages:  
 
Excellent command of English and  French  is mandatory . Knowledge of Portuguese is an advantage.  
 
Additional Information:  
 
The position may be offered at a lower grade if the selected candidate does not fully meet all the 
required qualifi cations.  
 
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 mon ths, 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 app ly, 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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