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24 January 2000
WTO
Geneva
Vacancy Notice No. 402
The Secretariat of WTO is seeking to fill a positi on of Internet Coordinator in the Information and
Media Relations Division. Applicati ons from men and women are equally welcome. Serving staff members
interested in this position are also invited to apply.
TITLE AND GRADE: Internet Coordinator - Grade 71
STARTING SALARY: Approximately Swiss francs 78,000 net p.a.
OTHER CONDITIONS: In accordance with WTO Staff and Pension Plan Regulations.
TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: Fixed-term for two years, with possibility of extension.GENERAL FUNCTIONS: Under the general supervision of the Publications Manager, the incumbent
will carry out the following duties:
(a) supervising the work of the Internet team, consultants and other
service providers;
(b) coordinating the technical work required to improve and maintain
the Internet sites and to organize and archive material;
(c) converting, formatting, editing and posting new content for the
sites;
(d) interfacing with WTO Divisions w ith respect to the content and
presentation of Internet pages,
(e) evaluating, testing and adapting new software and utilities.
DESIRABLE University degree together with advanced training in web site design and
QUALIFICATIONS: development and in the use of web software tools. Three to five years of
relevant experience. Demonstrated ability to exercise supervisory
responsibilities and to provide guidance to other staff.
LANGUAGES: Excellent knowledge of Englis h and a good knowledge of French and
Spanish.
                                                          
1The post may be offered at a lower grade if the selected candidate does not fully meet all the required
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APPLICATIONS: 2An application form may be downloaded from the WTO website -
www.wto.org - or requested from:
Personnel Division
WTO
Centre William Rappard154, rue de Lausanne
1211 Geneva 21
Switzerland
Fax: + 41-22-739.57.72Completed forms should be returned to the above address.All applications will be acknowledg ed, although a delay in answering
must be expected.  Only applicants possessing the required qualifications
will be taken into consideration.
CLOSING DATE OF THIS
VACANCY NOTICE: 6 March 2000
                                                          
          2Only applications from nationals of WTO Members will be accepted.