International Consultant Digital Trade Facilitation Expert at International Trade Centre - SwitzerlandREMOTE POSSIBLE
Recruiter: International Trade Centre
About the Role
International Trade Centre is part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization's mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.
Job Summary
This consultancy provides an opportunity to contribute specialized expertise to International Trade Centre's mission in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in Switzerland, you will apply your professional skills to address complex challenges in international cooperation and sustainable development and support the organization's programmatic objectives. This role offers the flexibility of consultancy work while contributing to meaningful international development outcomes with global impact.
Requirements
- Masters Degree or higher in development studies, law, international business, international trade, economics, international logistics, Information Technology or related fields.
- Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in trade-related technical assistance is required.
- Previous experience in trade facilitation projects especially related to digitization of trade procedures is highly desirable.
- Previous experience in implementing trade-related projects in Latin America and/or Africa will be considered a strong asset.
- Excellent understanding of international trade, trade-related policies and multilateral trade agreements
- Good knowledge of trade facilitation measures and of the WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA)
- Excellent analysis, communication and writing skills
- Ability to network with officials from the public and private sector
Skills
- Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in trade-related technical assistance is required.
- Previous experience in trade facilitation projects especially related to digitization of trade procedures is highly desirable.
- Previous experience in implementing trade-related projects in Latin America and/or Africa will be considered a strong asset.
- Excellent understanding of international trade, trade-related policies and multilateral trade agreements
- Good knowledge of trade facilitation measures and of the WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA)
- Excellent analysis, communication and writing skills
- Ability to network with officials from the public and private sector
- Ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines
Key Details
- Job Title:International Consultant Digital Trade Facilitation Expert
- Grade:CON
- Location:Geneva (Remote work possible)
- Department:International Trade Centre
- Contract Type:Consultants
- Estimated Salary Range:$92,575 - $158,700 USD annually
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official UN careers portal. It is encouraged that applications be updated in the case where new skills or experience are obtained from the time of the initial application so that programme managers will have the most up-to-date information to aid them in their recruiting.
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