Applications Invited for Young Trade Leaders Programme

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About the Organization

The WTO is run by its member governments. All major decisions are made by the membership as a whole, either by ministers (who usually meet at least once every two years) or by their ambassadors or delegates (who meet regularly in Geneva).

The overall objective of the WTO is to help its members use trade as a means to raise living standards, create jobs and improve people’s lives. The WTO operates the global system of trade rules and helps developing countries build their trade capacity. It also provides a forum for its members to negotiate trade agreements and to resolve the trade problems they face with each other.

About the Program

The WTO is inviting applications for its Young Trade Leaders Programme, an initiative aimed at fostering a better understanding of the WTO's work and international trade among young people and creating a network of Young Trade Leaders around the world.

Young Trade Leaders will be exceptional young people who have a clear understanding of how trade can be of benefit to people and planet. They will bring fresh perspectives and ideas about the role of trade and the WTO while also having the opportunity to learn about the organization's work and advance its mission.

Benefits

Selected Young Trade Leaders will have the opportunity to:

• gain a greater understanding of the workings of the WTO and international trade
• publish articles, blogs, podcasts and social media content on trade-related topics
• attend an in-person one-day training programme at the WTO in Geneva
• contribute to and/or coordinate a session at the Public Forum 2024
• benefit from existing WTO training programmes
• benefit from WTO Secretariat advice and mentoring
• receive support when organizing WTO-related activities in their home countries.

Eligibility

Applicants must be:

• between the ages of 18 and 30 on the closing date for applications with a strong interest in international trade
• a citizen of a WTO member
• neither currently affiliated with the WTO, nor have a relative who is currently WTO-affiliated
• able to demonstrate a good level of written and spoken English - knowledge of a second WTO working language (French or Spanish) is an asset
• attuned to the need for diplomacy, show a willingness to respect diverse perspectives, willing to foster understanding of trade issues and promote constructive dialogue
• committed to participate fully throughout the one-year programme (July 2024-June 2025).

How to Apply

Candidates should submit their application to YTL@wto.org, with the following:

• CV (no more than two pages)
• 2-3 minute video in which they briefly introduce themselves, express their interest in the programme and explain the impact they hope to have as a Young Trade Leader
• a written contribution (max. 300 words) answering the following question: What does trade mean for you?

The application period is open until 5 July 2024 (23.59 CET). Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.

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