The International Labour Organization (ILO) is currently inviting applications for the position of Document Production Assistant – G5 (DC) within the International Social Security Association (ISSA), located in Geneva, Switzerland.
This is a fixed-term contract of 12 months, renewable for up to three consecutive years depending on performance, organizational needs, and funding availability. The application deadline is 20 October 2025 (midnight Geneva time).
About the ISSA
The International Social Security Association (ISSA) is the world’s leading international organization for social security institutions, government departments, and agencies. Established in 1927 under the auspices of the ILO, ISSA brings together more than 330 member organizations across 160 countries. The organization promotes excellence in social security administration through knowledge-sharing, professional standards, and innovation.
This position is based within the Member Services and Promotion (MSP) Branch, which manages communications, publications, member engagement, and events for ISSA. The selected candidate will report directly to the Director of MSP and play a key role in the production, formatting, and quality control of official ISSA publications and events.
Key Responsibilities
The Document Production Assistant will:
- Manage translation and interpretation requests, ensuring timely coordination between translators and internal teams.
- Maintain and update the ISSA’s text and terminology databases.
- Assist with document production, including formatting, proofreading, and finalizing official reports and publications.
- Provide logistical and technical support for online events, such as booking interpreters, onboarding participants, and managing multimedia elements during live sessions.
- Ensure consistency in formatting and branding across multilingual documents and assist in compiling final publications for the ISSA website.
- Handle document layout, graphics, and pre-production checks using desktop publishing tools and ISSA style guidelines.
Required Qualifications
Education: Completion of secondary school education is required. Additional certification in terminology, editing, or document production will be an advantage.
Experience: Applicants must have at least five years of relevant professional experience, preferably in documentation, translation services, or communications support.
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Languages: Excellent command of English and a working knowledge of French or Spanish is required. Knowledge of an additional ISSA working language (German, French, or Spanish) is desirable.
Key Competencies
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Office 365 and Adobe Acrobat DC.
- Familiarity with translation tools, online event platforms, and database management.
- Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
- The ability to work independently and in a multicultural team environment.
Employment and Application Details
The annual salary for this G5 position is 79,366 CHF. Candidates must have valid residency status in Switzerland or currently reside in neighboring France.
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The ILO strongly encourages applications from qualified female candidates and persons with disabilities.
Interested candidates should submit their applications online via the official ILO Jobs portal before 20 October 2025.
👉 Official Application Link: Apply here
