This is a fixed-term contract funded by the regular budget. Unless specified in the vacancy notice, the duration will be two years, with the possibility of extension.

Duties and Responsibilities 

Under the overall supervision of the Director, and reporting to senior members of the Division, the incumbents are expected to contribute to several aspects of the work of the Market Access Division and perform the following duties:

• Conduct and contribute to research and analyses of legal and economic issues related to WTO Agreements and practices of WTO Members in the subject areas covered by the Division
• Draft and contribute to drafting WTO official documents, in particular background notes, convening notices, minutes, notifications, and other documents prepared for the WTO bodies serviced by the Division
• Help organize the meetings of the Council for Trade in Goods meetings and/or the various Committees that the Division supports (prepare documents, take notes, liaise with delegations, provide support for online meetings, etc.)
• Prepare and deliver technical assistance and capacity-building activities and contribute to the preparation of training materials in the subject areas covered by the Division
• Contribute to outreach activities related to the Division’s work, including supporting or participating in the organization of seminars, workshops, or conferences
• Provide information to delegations, external stakeholders, and senior management in the subject areas covered by the Division; Undertake other tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications 

Education:

Advanced university degree in economics, law, international relations, or another relevant field.

Languages:

Excellent knowledge of English, including a demonstrated ability to communicate accurately, concisely, and clearly, both orally and in writing.

Knowledge and skills:

Technical Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of WTO rules, including an understanding of the main economic and legal principles of the WTO and their practical implications.
• Knowledge about the Agreements under the ambit of the Market Access Division is also desirable. These Agreements include:
  • the Agreement on Import Licensing Procedures;
  • the Trade Facilitation Agreement;
  • the Customs Valuation Agreement;
  • the Pre-shipment Inspection Agreement;
  • the Rules of Origin Agreement;
  • the provisions of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) of 1994 related to Schedules of Concessions, tariffs, and quantitative restrictions; and
  • the Information Technology Agreement.
• Excellent drafting skills, including the ability to draft a broad range of outputs, such as technical reports, information and briefing notes, speeches, and talking points.

Behavioral Skills:

• Strong planning and organizational skills, including the ability to work swiftly and accurately on different files to meet strict deadlines, while paying close attention to details;
• Collaborative mindset and with a demonstrated ability to work as a team member, while working independently to achieve individual and team objectives;
• Ability to communicate information clearly to a broad range of specialist and generalist audiences;
• Ability to initiate and nurture relationships with a diverse range of individuals.

Competencies

Core Competencies:

• Communicating for Results
• Effective Collaboration
• Cultivating Progressive Growth
• Professional Accountability
• Relevant Digital Proficiency
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Work experience

Minimum 2 years relevant professional experience.

Relevant experience working with government officials or working for a Government would be an asset. Experience in delivering training activities would also be an advantage.

Additional Information

Only applications from nationals of WTO Members will be accepted.

The recruitment process will be undertaken as per Administrative Memorandum No. 976 (OFFICE(16)/15) on Staff Promotions and external recruitment through Vacancy Notices.

Applicants may be required to sit a written examination.

Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

The WTO is a non-smoking environment.

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