International Port Management Expert
Enhance the Port Management Programme and prepare tender specifications.
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Overview
Enhance the Port Management Programme and prepare tender specifications.
You have:
- An advanced university degree (Master) in a subject related to law and maritime/port management, management of transport or related field is required.
- At least 10 years of working experience in law and maritime field or ports with port management responsibilities in coordinating port-related activities and liaising with other ports in Latin America and the Caribbean.
- Experience with human resources related matters and in delivering workshops and conferences on maritime issues.
- Fluency oral and written in Spanish is required.
- Experience with port legal related matters.
- Experience with UNCTAD Port Management Programme and its capacity building methodology is desirable.
Contract
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Result of Service
The consultant will enhance of the TrainForTrade Port Management Programme (PMP) and contribute to the preparation of the specifications for the tender of the Paraguay – Parana waterway in Argentina. Contribute to the preparation of the specifications for the tender of the Paraguay – Parana waterway in Argentina.
Work Location
Home-based
Expected duration
13.07.25 - 09.01.26
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Chief of Human Resources Development Section/TrainForTrade and the Coordinator of the Spanish Speaking Network of the Port Management Programme, the consultant will contribute to the following tasks: Port Management Programme (PMP) 1. Share knowledge and expertise related to the subject matter selected by participants for the final dissertations in Argentina and Peru. 2. Ensure the research contributes to improve the subject field. 3. Provide constructive feedback and produce a document with recommendations for participants attending the Port Management Course in Argentina and Peru, to ensure the submission of final thesis is according to TFT’s methodology and standards. 4. Participate as a jury member in the final dissertations panels in Argentina and Peru to evaluate the final dissertations. 5. Participate in the Coordination Meeting in Peru in November 2025. Technical Assistance for Argentina in the preparation of the specifications for the tender of the Paraguay – Parana waterway a. Contribute to the identification of aspects that may be subject to analysis, in particular related to international legal framework. b. Contribute to the identification of risks inherent to the tender itself. c. Make recommendations based on best practices. d. Advise the Agencia Nacional de Puertos y Navegación (ANPYN) technical team during the preparation of the project documents for the tender publication, in particular on legal related matters e. Attend preparatory technical online and in-person meetings as needed. f. Respond to and conduct any necessary consultations and analyses related to legal matters to be considered in the tender. g. Propose measures arising from the issues raised. h. Prepare reports that contribute to a better understanding of the different proposed alternatives.
Qualifications/special skills
An advanced university degree Master, in a subject related to law and , maritime/port management, management of transport or related field is required. At least 10 years of working experience in law and maritime field or ports with port management responsibilities in coordinating port related activities and liaising with other ports in Latin America and the Caribbean. Experience with human resources related matters and in delivering workshops and conferences on maritime issues. Experience with port legal related matters. Experience with UNCTAD Port Management Programme and its capacity building methodology is desirable.
Languages
Fluency oral and written in Spanish is required.
Additional Information
Not available.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience coordinating port-related activities in Latin America? | The interviewer wants to understand your relevant geographical experience in port management. | Detail specific roles and responsibilities you've had, and provide examples of successful outcomes. |
| How would you approach evaluating final dissertations for a Port Management Course? | The interviewer seeks insight into your evaluation criteria and process. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies have you used to provide constructive feedback to workshop participants? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience with maritime law and its application in port management. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prioritize risks when preparing project documents for tenders? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of a best practice recommendation you've provided in a previous role? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What methods do you use to ensure compliance with legal standards in project preparation? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you prepare for a coordination meeting with multiple stakeholders? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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