03-3098OFFICE(03)/45
13 June 2003
WORLD TRADE ORGANIZATION
WTO
Geneva
Vacancy Notice No. 497
The Secretariat of the WTO is seeking to fill th e position of Statistical Officer in the Economic
Research and Statistics Division.  Applications from men and women are equally welcome.  Serving
staff members interested in this position are also invited to apply.
TITLE AND GRADE: Statistical Officer – Grade 81
STARTING SALARY: Approximately  Swiss francs 100,500 net p.a.
OTHER CONDITIONS In accordance with WTO Regulations and Staff Rules and WTO
Pension Plan Regulations.
A package of expatriate benefits is available to staff recruited
internationally.
TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: Fixed-term  contract for two years, w ith possibility of extension.
GENERAL FUNCTIONS: The incumbent will serve in the Economic Research and Statistics
Division, whose res ponsibilities include the provision of a central
statistical service for Members and the Secretariat comprising, inter
alia, the provision of quantitative information related to economic and
trade policy issues; the development and maintenance of databases,including the Integrated Data Base (IDB);  the annual WTO
"International Trade Statistics" report; and the provision of expert
technical advice and assistance to Members and the Secretariat.
Under the supervision of the Chief of the IDB Section, the incumbent
will be responsible for the effective administrative operation of the
Integrated Data Base. The IDB is the repository of WTO Members'
notifications of tariffs and imports at the tariff line level.
Responsibilities will include:
(a) overseeing the operation of the IDB Management
Information System and organizing and maintaining IDBmetadata;
(b) collaborating with the Division's Systems Development and
Production Section in the development of analytical software
applications and in the dissemination of IDB files through theIDB Internet site and by CD-ROM;
(c) preparing technical papers and other relevant documentation
based on the information in the IDB;
                                                     
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(d) participating in and developing the delivery of training
materials for technical assistance and training missions;
participating in seminars, symposia and workshops both
inside and outside the Organization;
(e) participating in servicing requests, from both within and
outside the Secretariat, for statistical information and
analyses of IDB tariff and import information; this includes
the collaboration with research economists on topics relating
to the IDB.
REQUIRED An advanced university degree in statistics, economics or a related
QUALIFICATIONS: field. A minimum of five years of experience, at the national or
international level in the field of economic statistics. Proven computer
skills, especially in the use and manipulation of large databases
(preferably using MS Access). Experience in the compilation and
analysis of trade and/or trade-related statistics and knowledge of tariffs
and tariff classifications would be a major advantage. Demonstratedability to make presentations.  Ability to take initiative and to work as
part of a team in a multicultural environment.
LANGUAGES: Excellent English language skills, including a demonstrated ability to
write accurately, concisely and clearly.  Knowledge of French orSpanish, with ability to lecture in the language(s), would be an
advantage.
APPLICATIONS:
2Please use the online application form which may be downloaded
from the WTO website – www.wto.org - under "vacancies".  If you
are unable to download the application form, please send an e-mail or
fax to the Human Resources Section requesting the form.  A
completed form may also be submitted to the following address:
Director, Administration and General Services Division
(Human Resources Section)
WTOCentre William Rappard
154, rue de Lausanne
1211 Geneva 21
Switzerland
E-mail:  humanresources@wto.org                  Fax::  +41-22-739 5772
Please do not send your application via multiple routes.  It is not
necessary to follow your application up with copies of qualifications,
previous employment contracts, entire publications, etc.
Candidates must  indicate clearly in section 15 of the application form
the Vacancy Notice No.497.
Applications will not be acknowledged.  Only applicants possessing
the required qualifications will be taken into consideration.  Only the
successful candidate will be notified of the outcome of the
competition.
                                                     
2 Only applications from nationals of WTO Members will be accepted.
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Candidates are kindly requested to refrain from enquiring about
progress of their application.
CLOSING DATE OF THIS 8 August 2003
VACANCY NOTICE: No applications will be considered after this date.