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2 October 2000
WORLD TRADE ORGANIZATION
WTO
Geneva
Vacancy Notice No. 416
The WTO is seeking to fill the position of Director of the Market Access Division.  Applications
from men and women are equally welcome.  Serving staff members interested in this position are also
invited to apply.
TITLE AND GRADE: Director, Grade 11STARTING SALARY: Approximately  Swiss francs 147,000 net p.a.
OTHER CONDITIONS: In accordance with WTO Staff and Pension Plan Regulations.  A
package of expatriate benefits is available to staff recruited non-locally.
TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: Initial fixed-term appointment for two yearsGENERAL FUNCTIONS: The duties of the Director focus on managing the activities of the
Market Access Division, one of the WTO operational divisions,
which include, in particular, the following:
(a) servicing the Council for Trade in Goods and five standing
Committees (Market Access (tariff matters, quantitativerestrictions);  Customs Valuation;  Rules of Origin;  Import
Licensing;  Information Technology Agreement);
(b) undertaking work in the subject areas of trade facilitation, e-
commerce (goods aspects) and preshipment inspection;
(c) carrying out technical assistance missions and seminars and
assisting in the accession of new Members through
preparation of their tariff schedules.
In addition, the Director is required to represent the WTO and to
participate actively in international conferences, seminars andworkshops, making presentations and participating in panel
discussions.
REQUIRED (a) University degree in law, economics or international
QUALIFICATIONS: relations.  At least 15 years of progressively responsible
professional experience in international trade matters at the
national and/or international level, with particular emphasis
on issues related to tariffs and customs.  Thorough
understanding of trade policy instruments.  Good knowledgeof the WTO legal framework.
(b) Demonstrated ability to lead an international team of
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LANGUAGES: Excellent knowledge of English or French and a good working
knowledge of the other.  A knowledge of additional languages
would be an advantage.
APPLICATIONS:1An application form may be downloaded from the WTO website -
www.wto.org - or requested from:
Personnel Division
WTO
Centre William Rappard
154, rue de Lausanne1211 Geneva 21
Switzerland
Fax: + 41-22-739.57.72
Completed forms should be returned to the above-mentioned
address.
All applications will be acknowledged, although a delay in
answering must be expected.  Only applicants possessing therequired qualifications will be taken into consideration.
CLOSING DATE OF THIS
VACANCY NOTICE: 24 November 2000
                                                          
          1Only applications from nationals of WTO Members will be accepted.