01-2409 ./.OFFICE(01)/32/Rev.2
9 May 2001
WORLD TRADE ORGANIZATION
WTO
Geneva
Vacancy Notice No. 430/Rev.2
NB:  The revision concerns the number of posts
The WTO is seeking to fill two positions of Counsellor in the Economic Research and Analysis
Division. Applications from men and women are equally welcome.  Serving staff members who are interested
are also invited to apply.
TITLE AND GRADE: Counsellor – Grade 91
STARTING SALARY: Approximately Swiss francs 113,800 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: Fixed-term for two years with possibility of extension.GENERAL FUNCTIONS: Under the supervision of the Director of the Economic Research and
Analysis Division the incumbent will develop and carry out researchprojects under the general guidance and supervision of higher-level
officers in the Division.  These tasks include:
(a) to comment upon and critically assess research work done both
inside and outside the Division;
(b) to draft parts of the Annual Report and other publications for
which the Division is responsible;
(c) to participate fully in training and technical assistance activities
and to assist in the design and preparation of relevant material;
(d) to respond to ad hoc  requests, from both within and outside the
organization, for research, analysis and interpretation of economic
phenomena and data ;  and
(e) from time to time, to make presentations of work or of particular
issues of WTO relevance to individuals and groups, and to represent
the organization at conferences and seminars.
REQUIRED A Ph.D. degree in economics and at least eight years of professional
QUALIFICATIONS: experience in dealing with trade-related policy issues and carrying out
economic research and analysis.
                                                          
1The positions may be offered at a lower grade if the selected candidate does not fully meet all the required
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LANGUAGES: Excellent English, including a demonstrated ability to write accurately,
concisely and clearly.  Knowledge of additional languages, especially
French or Spanish, is desirable.
APPLICATIONS: 2An application form may be downloaded from the WTO website -
www.wto.org – under "vacancies" or requested from:
Human Resources Section
WTO
Centre William Rappard
154, rue de Lausanne
1211 Geneva 21Switzerland
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: 1 June 2001
                                                          
          2Only applications from nationals of WTO Members will be accepted.