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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/F/18-62 Issued on:  20 November 2018  
 
Title:  Chief – Graphic & Event Design, Print and 
Distribution  Application Deadline (CET):  18 December 
2018 
 
Grade:  8 
 Division:  Language, Documentation and 
Information Management  
(235) Contract Type:  Fixed -term 
 
Starting Salary:  CHF 111,652  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 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 exp enses 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/thewto_e/vacan_e/compensation_e.htm  
 
The Secretariat of the WTO is seeking to fill the position of Chief – Graphic & Event Design, 
Print and Distribution  in the Documentation  Branch of the Language, Documentation and 
Information Management Division . The Documentation branch  comprises the Documents 
Management, Monitoring and Production Section and the Graphic & Event Design, Print 
and Distribution section . 
 
 
General Functions  
 
Under the supervision of the Head of the Documentation Branch, the incumbent will have the primary 
responsibility for supervising and managing the Graphic & Event Design, Print and Distribution 
section . In addition, the incumbent will participate in decision -making, planning and the development 
of strategies relative to establishing best practices in thos e areas. Key accountabilities will include:  
 
1. Lead, p lan and manage  the work of the Graphic & Event Design, Print and Distribution section 
to ensure high quality services are delivered in an effective , efficient and timely manner. Ensure 
skills of staff are  continuously developed through training or coaching.  Manage staff and budgetary 
resources allocated to the section.  
 
2. Establish and implement strategies, guidelines and procedures to plan, develop, visualize and 
evolve concepts to approved designs in vario us media.  
 
3. Oversee design projects (print, visual, multimedia) from the initial phase of reviewing internal 
and external WTO client requirements to the final stages of production and distribution. This includes 
meeting with clients to understand the scope of the project, ensuring project team is fully aware of 
details and progress of each project , ensuring a high -quality, timely and on -budget delivery of all 
projects.  
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4. Ensure IT software and hardware for the elaboration of designs and printing equipment is 
maintained adequately and is up -to-date or state -of-the-art. 
 
5. Ensure WTO brand identity is maintained throughout all projects, helping to promote visually 
the WTO in a positive manner to all stakeholders.  
 
6. Contribute to ensuring an effective service is pro vided to internal and external WTO clients 
through process optimisation and business continuity planning. This entails researching and drafting 
business case proposals for cost effective systems that address the strategic needs of the 
Organization.  
 
7. Research, plan, write and execute requests for proposals for the replacement or updating of 
key equipment used in the production of design projects and/or business continuity planning 
projects.  
 
8. Undertake any other administrative and/or data ma nagement act ivities as required.  
 
9. Respond to requests from WTO staff, Members, organizations and individuals outside the WTO 
and represent the WTO on missions and at meetings.  
 
 
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS  
 
Education:  
 
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equiva lent degree) in business administration, 
management or related area. Alternatively a  first-level university degree with proven additional 
professional expertise equivalent to a rele vant advanced university degree could be considered.  
 
Knowledge and Skills:  
 
Technical knowledge and skills:  
 
Demonstrable experience developing and implementing communications strategies to ensure that 
publications and events are publicized appropriately.  
Advanced knowledge of digital publishing and multimedia production tools (Adobe Creative Suite, 
XML publishing, digital video production, etc.).  
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel, and adept in creating professional 
PowerPoint presentations.  
Demonstrated budget management and financial skills.  
Strong a nalytical skills and proven experience managing complex projects, including change 
management projects.   
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly articulate messages 
to a variety of audiences e.g. technical/scien tific and lay stakeholders.  
 
Behavioural skills:  
 
Ability to manage a heterogeneous group of people, motivating them, setting objectives and 
managing their performance.  
Ability to think out of the box, lead and stimulate continuous process improvement.  
Ability to influence others and move toward a common vision or goal.  
Excellent interpersonal,  motivational, and communication skills.   
Ability to develop high performing teams, giving clear direction in order to influence strategies and 
services.   
Ability to relate to and build relationships with colleagues including people within and outside the 
organization.   
Ability to face and cope with conflict situations.   
Ability to work harmoniously in a multi -cultural environment.  
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  Work Experience:  
 
A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience at the international level, including demonstrated 
professional experience in digital publishing and/or communications for conferences is requi red. 
Experience  in managing a service and a proven track record in overseeing the production of technical 
publications and other communication material for  high-level conferences and/or events at the 
international level is required , as is experience with l arge-scale organizational change efforts.  
Experience managing third party graphic designers, web designers and videographers to create 
unique and engaging content (print, audio and video) would be an asset.  
 
Languages:  
 
Excellent command of English, both o ral and written is required (a t a level corresponding or 
equivalent to a minimum of C1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for 
Languages (CEFR) ). A good working knowledge of French and/or Spanish would be an advantage. 
Shortlisted candi dates 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 the ir language proficiency 
will be assessed as part of the selection process.  
 
 
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 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 call ed 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 -Recru itment 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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