International Port Management Finance Expert
Contribute to the preparation and successful delivery of the Modern Port Management course.
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Overview
Contribute to the preparation and successful delivery of the Modern Port Management course.
You have:
- An advanced university degree Master, in Business Administration, finance, trade and management, or related field is required.
- At least 8 years of professional working experience in finance, business administration with financial port management responsibilities in coordinating port related activities and liaising with other ports.
- Fluency oral and written in Spanish is required.
- Experience with financial related matters.
- Experience with maritime or port tenders' processes is desirable.
- Experience with TrainForTrade methodology is an advantage.
Contract
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Result of Service
The consultant will contribute to the preparation and successful delivery of the course Modern Port Management course and by providing senior expertise in PMP activities to the enhancement of the TrainForTrade Port Management Programme (PMP)
Work Location
Home-based
Expected duration
02.03.26 - 29.05.26
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.Contribute to the delivery and coordination of the Modern Port Management course in the Spanish-speaking network, including Argentina, Bolivia, Guatemala, Peru, Panama, Dominican Republic, Mexico and Uruguay. 2.Participate in the revision and evaluation of the case studies of the Spanish-speaking network 3.Provide technical assistance to Argentina in the framework of the concession of Port Buenos Aires, in particular on financial related matters 4.Provide technical assistance to Bolivia on port development in general and in particular on financial related matters
Qualifications/special skills
An advanced university degree Master, in Business Administration, finance, trade and management, or related field is required. At least 8 years of professional working experience in finance, business administration with financial port management responsibilities in coordinating port related activities and liaising with other ports. Experience with financial related matters. Experience with maritime or port tenders' processes is desirable. Experience with TrainForTrade methodology is an advantage.
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
| What experience do you have related to port management and financial responsibilities? | This question aims to assess your relevant experience in the field. | Describe specific projects or roles where you managed financial activities in ports. |
| Can you give an example of a challenge you faced when coordinating port activities? | Interviewers want to understand how you handle difficulties in coordination. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How fluent are you in Spanish and how have you used this skill professionally? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What is your understanding of the TrainForTrade methodology? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience with port tender processes. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you stay updated on financial regulations affecting port management? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What methods do you apply when reviewing and evaluating case studies in port management? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide a case where you delivered technical assistance to improve port operations? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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