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The recruitment policy of the WTO shall be to  seek to attract and retain staff members 
offering the highest standards of comp etence, efficiency and integrity. 
The fullest regard shall be given to th e merit, qualifications and experience. 
The WTO is an Equal Opportunities Employer. 
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Vacancy Notice No.:   EXT/F/10-04 Issued on:   13 January 2010 
 
Title:   English Translator Application deadline:   10 February 2010 
 
Grade:   7 
 
Contract type:   Fixed-term 
 Division:   Languages, Documentation and 
Information Management 
(641) 
Starting Salary:   CHF 94,400 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 a ttractive 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 vacation.  Benefits for internationally recruited 
staff may include travel and removal e xpenses 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
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The Secretariat of the WTO is seeking to fill the position of English Translator in the 
Languages, Documentation and Information Management Division.  Serving staff members interested in the position are also invited to apply. 
  
General Functions  
 
Under the supervision of the Chief of Section, the incumbent will carry out the following duties: 
 
1. Translate from Spanish and French into Englis h – in some cases without revision - documents 
and  publications dealing with international trade, legal, economic, financial, customs,  technical, and 
administrative matters.  2. Assist in terminological and relate d linguistic activities of  the Section. 
 
3. From time to time, edit texts written in English.   OFFICE(10)/5 
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  REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 
 
Education: 
 
University degree (or equivalent professional qualifi cation), preferably in languages, economics or 
law; a post-graduate degree in tr anslation would be an advantage. 
 
Knowledge: 
 
Demonstrated ability to translate quickly, accurately  and in an appropriate style specialized texts 
dealing with a wide variety of subjects;  a good background knowledge of international trade, 
economic and legal affairs;  good PC  skills;  familiarity with computer-assisted translation tools. 
 
Work Experience: 
 At least three years' professional translation expe rience, preferably acquired in intergovernmental 
organizations.  Sense of initiative, flexibility and capacity to work under pressure; ability to work harmoniously in a small team.  
Languages: 
 Perfect command of English (mother tongue level), excellent knowledge of Spanish and French;  
knowledge of other relevant languages would be an asset. 
 
Additional Information: 
 The position may be offered at a lower grade if th e selected candidate does not fully meet all the 
required qualifications.  Only applications from nationals of WTO Members will be accepted.  
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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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Online applications are strongly encour aged to enable the WTO to store 
your profile in a permanent database. 
 
Please visit the WTO's E-Recruitment website at:  www.wto.org. 
The system provides instructions for online application procedures. 
 
All applicants are encouraged to apply on line as soon as possible after the vacancy has 
been posted and well before the closing da te stated in the vacancy announcement. 
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  Off-line Applications should be sent to: 
 
Director, Human Resources Division WTO Centre William Rappard 
154, rue de Lausanne 
CH-1211 Geneva 21 Switzerland 
 
PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE 
CLOSING DATE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED 
 
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