OFFICE(01)/58 
27 June 2001
01-3209
. /.WORLD TRADE ORGANIZATION
WTO
Geneva
Vacancy Notice No. 440
The Secretariat of WTO is seeking to fill the position of Counsellor in the Legal Affairs Division.
Applications from men and women are equally welcome.  Serving staff members interested in this position
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 tw o years with possibility of extension.
GENERAL FUNCTIONS: Under the supervision of the Director of the Division, the
incumbent will assist in carrying out the tasks assigned to the Legal
Affairs Division.  The tasks include:
(a) to advise delegates, dispute settlement panels and staff
members on legal issues and precedents relating to the WTO
and agreements negotiated under its auspices;
(b) to provide Secretariat services for panels and working
parties;
(c) to prepare studies on legal matters;(d) to provide technical assistance and training on the WTO
Agreements, including the WTO's dispute settlement
procedures;
(e) to prepare WTO publications for which the Division has
responsibility, including the Analytical Index, Dispute
Settlement Reports and the Overview of the State-of-Play of
WTO Disputes.
REQUIRED An advanced university degree in law, including relevant studies in
QUALIFICATIONS: international trade law and public international law;  a minimum of
eight years of relevant practical experience;  thorough background
in respect of the legal and economic issues relating to the WTO,
ideally including a good understanding of the Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights;  ability to work
                                                     
1 The post may be offered at a lower grade if the selected candidate does not fully meet all of the required
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independently and to cooperate with others in a diverse
international setting.
LANGUAGES: Excellent knowledge of English, including an ability to write
accurately, concisely and quickly.  Knowledge of French or
Spanish would be an asset.
APPLICATIONS:2A formal application should be submitted by mail or fax to:Director, Administration and General Services Division
(Human Resources Section)
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 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: 22 August  2001
                                                     
2 Only applications from nationals of WTO Members will be accepted.