About International Trade Centre

International Trade Centreis 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 Nigeria, 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.

Key Details

• Job Title:Project Adviser, Policy & Value Chain Engagement (LICA 9)
• Grade:CON
• Location:Abuja, Nigeria
• Department:International Trade Centre
• Contract Type:Consultancy
• Salary Range:$50,000.0 – $120,000.0 USD annually

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: Advanced university degree (Masters degree or equivalent) in economics, trade, law, business management, public policy or related field.
• Academic Qualifications: A first-level degree (Bachelors degree or equivalent) in the specified fields of studies with two (2) additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree..
• Fluency in English is required.
• Language: Knowledge of French and Portuguese is an advantage..
• A minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience in trade and investment related to economic research and analysis, policy/strategy formulation, application of economic principles in development programmes or related area.
• Experience: Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
• Experience: Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style, and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• Experience: Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Skills

• Experience in value chain and sector development is desirable.
• Experience in project monitoring and reporting is desirable.
• COMPETENCIES: Critical job-specific competencies: Professionalism: Understanding of project monitoring and reporting mechanisms.
• Knowledge of EAC processes and procedures considered an asset.
• Ability to interface economic theories and concepts with practice in different sectors of economic and sustainable development.
• Ability to conduct independent research on economic topics, determine suitability, validity and accuracy of data provided by different sources.
• Shows skill in developing sources for data collection.
• Computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office software.
• Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• Able to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply