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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. 
Full regard shall be given to the me rit, qualifications and experience. 
The WTO is an Equal Opportunities Employer. 
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Vacancy Notice No.:  EXT/F/10-02 Issued on:  7 January 2010 
 
Title:  Graphic Designer and Typographer Application deadline:   5 February 2010 
 
Grade:  5 
 
Contract type:  Fixed-term 
 Division:  Languages, Documentation and 
Information Management  
(503) 
Starting Salary:  CHF 75,000 net per annum 
(approximate)  Duration:   Two years with the possibility of 
an 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 th e position of Graphic Designer and Typographer 
in the Documents Reproduction and Distribution Section of the Languages, Documentation and 
Information Management Division.  Serving sta ff members interested in the position are also 
invited to apply.  
 
General Functions  
 Under the supervision of senior staff members, th e incumbent will be responsible for graphic and 
layout design using appropriate publishing software and will perform all tasks pertaining to document 
processing.  Responsibilities will include:  1. Meeting with clients to discuss and interpret their needs in terms of graphics and layout of 
documents, publications and brochur es;  consulting clients to determine the content of communication 
tools in order to meet their graphics require ments for CD and DVD-RO Ms, posters and other 
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  2. Designing graphics and layout proposals using a ppropriate software (Photoshop, Illustrator, 
QuarkXPress, InDesign);  using photo and illustra tion banks and typography guides to produce texts 
and images that meet clients' communication needs.  3. Preparing sketches, layouts and graphic el ements of the subjects to be rendered using 
traditional tools and image processing, layout and design software. 
 4. Creating composite images using 3D modelling and animation software. 
 5. Creating the initial print version of documents for digital printing or for the preparation of 
plates for offset production by creating the necessary graphics. 
 6. Coordinating all aspects of graphic production for print or electronic materials such as websites, CD and DVD-ROMs, etc.  
7. Scanning documents or series of documents a nd scheduling which machines are to be used to 
print them.  8. Preparing the layout of digital documents, publications and brochures in colour and forwarding them for printing.  
9. Performing all operations pertaining to prin ting and the maintenance of plotter(s) used. 
 10. Working in a number of technical sectors.  11. Keeping abreast of technology developments, particularly in th e field of publishing software. 
 
12. Supervising scanning and layout technicians if required.  13. Helping to train new staff members.  14. Shift work, including night shifts, if required. 
 
15. Any other duties, as required by the Chief of Section.   
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 
 
Education: 
 
Completed secondary education.  Specialized trai ning in graphic design.  Very good knowledge of 
publishing software such as Photoshop, I llustrator, QuarkXPress, InDesign, etc. 
 Knowledge: 
 
Excellent knowledge of electronic document proc essing systems and of Acrobat, PitStop, and 
Microsoft software.  Good knowledge  of imposition techniques and syst ems.  Knowledge of printing 
procedures and requirements.  Mastery of Macintos h.  Knowledge of digital printing systems.  
Knowledge of traditional prin ting and digital production systems would be an asset. 
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  Work Experience: 
 
At least five years' experience in graphic desi gn and printing procedures.  Ability to work under 
pressure and to tight deadlines;  abilit y to work with minimum supervision. 
 Languages: 
 
Excellent knowledge of French and a good knowledge of English or  Spanish.  Knowledge of the 
three languages would be an advantage. 
 
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 online as soon as possible after the v acancy has been posted 
and well before the closing date stated in the vacancy announcement. 
 
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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