RTPC24-3

(i) Candidates should have successfully completed the WTO E-Learning course "Introduction to the WTO" or completed, within the last five years, a Geneva-based Introductory Trade Policy Course for LDCs (formerly Introduction Course for LDCs). Candidates who wish to participate in the RTPC but have not yet completed the E-Learning course "Introduction to the WTO" are strongly encouraged to do so. In exceptional circumstances, consideration will be given to candidates who do not meet the aforementioned criteria but who possess knowledge or professional experience that is demonstrably commensurate with the course's requirements;
(ii)Candidates should have at least three years of professional experience and be currently working in the administration of their respective Member/Observer in the field of the formulation and conduct of trade policy, with the definite expectation of continuing to work, or being assigned further responsibilities, in this field. Preference will be given to those who have completed university studies in economics, law, or a related subject, or have acquired equivalent experience as civil servants in their administrations;
(iii) Candidates must be fully proficient in spoken and written French in order to participate in the course as the RTPC will be conducted in French. An understanding of the language is not sufficient. Where French is not a working language of the WTO Member/Observer nominating the candidate, a language proficiency certificate must be submitted along with the WTO Nomination Form. Telephone interviews of candidates may be carried out to evaluate their level of French proficiency; and
(iv) Candidates must be ready to be devoted full time to the course.