The Secretariat of the WTO, Records and Archives Management Section, regularly seeks interns. Conditions and procedures for internships can be consulted at
https://erecruitment.wto.org/public/hrd-cl-vac-view.asp?jobinfo_uid_c=3475&vaclng=en
General Functions:
• Catalogue, index, describe and organize information resources using records management application and other tools;
• Review boxes of paper-based records to locate and identify specific records;
• Condition paper-format WTO documents and records for long-term preservation;
• Assist in other records-related tasks as necessary;
• Provide regular updates of activities to supervisor;
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Recognized qualification in information management/archives/records management. At least one year of relevant postgraduate study.
Knowledge and skills:
• Knowledge of international archival standards: e.g. ISAD(G), ISAAR/CPF, EAD, MoReq;
• Ability to describe records accurately and consistently in English;
• Knowledge of preservation techniques for paper-based records;
• Knowledge of new information technologies;
• Good verbal and written communication skills;
Languages:
• Advanced knowledge of English. A good working knowledge of French or Spanish would be an asset.
Additional Information:
The Records and Archives Management Section generally recruits interns twice a year: In 2018 interns would preferably start in April and November/December. Interested candidates should send their CVs to Laoise Ní Bhriain, Chief, Records
and Archives Management Section [log in to unmask].
Records and Archives Management Section
The preservers of history are as heroic as its makers.
NEFF, Pat Morris (1871-1952)
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