The WTO Young Professionals Programme (YPP) is a great opportunity for qualified young professionals up to the age of 32 years, as at 1 January 2022, from eligible developing and least-developed country (LDC) WTO Members, to enhance their knowledge and skills on WTO and international trade issues. The Programme aims to widen the pool of professionals from these countries who can later be more competitive with respect to recruitment in the WTO and/or other regional and international organizations.
WORTH
- The World Trade Organization Young Professional Program offers selected young professionals with the opportunity to gain work experience in the WTO.
ELIGIBILITY
- All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter of motivation, which should indicate up to three areas of work (see details under general functions), in order of preference, that the applicant would be interested in.
- Applications with no accompanying letter of motivation will not be considered.
Education:
- Advanced university degree in law, economics, or other international trade-related subjects relevant to the work of the WTO.
Knowledge and skills:
- General knowledge of the work of the WTO.
- Good drafting skills in English. Ability to draft in French and/or Spanish would be an advantage.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, in a multicultural environment.
- Demonstrated strong interest in international trade and the multilateral trading system.
- Commitment and passion for trade or WTO-related work.
Work Experience:
- Minimum two (2) years of professional experience relevant to the work of the WTO.
Languages:
- Fluency in English. Good working knowledge of either French or Spanish would be an advantage.
- Starting Salary: CHF 3,500 monthly salary (approximate)
DEADLINE: April 29, 2021.
To apply and for more information visit here
