Posted on Thu, 22 Nov 2012, 20:01

Nominations are being solicited by the Secretariat of the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) for a Chinese speaking expert to take part in the technical panel on glossary to develop International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPMs). The expert should have solid understanding of phytosanitary systems and terms, excellent Chinese and good English language skills. It should be noted that members of technical panels serve for a 5 year term. Nominations will be accepted from governments, NPPOs and RPPOs. Nominations should be supported by the submitting organization and self nominations should be supported by an accompanying letter from a government authority. All nominations should include the nominee’s CV, the completed form “Summary of specific expertise,” and the signed statement of commitment. The Standards Committee will review the nominations and select experts based on the experience presented. More information can be found in the call letter and other documents found below. The documents can be downloaded using the