National legislation support consultant

Support NTM data collection for regulatory transparency.

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Overview

Support NTM data collection for regulatory transparency.

You have:

  • A first university degree, Bachelor, in Law, Trade or Economics is required.
  • Work experience in or with Cook Islands, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Nauru, Palau, or Tuvalu's Government is required.
  • Knowledge of and familiarity with UNCTAD's methodology of NTM data collection and HS code classification is desirable.
  • A good knowledge of Cook Islands, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Nauru, Palau, or Tuvalu's laws and legal system is desirable.
  • Fluency written and spoken in English is required.
  • Good knowledge of a national language of Cook Islands, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Nauru, Palau, or Tuvalu is desirable.

Contract

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Result of Service

The individual contractor will support the NTM data collection of Cook Islands, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Nauru, Palau, or Tuvalu contributing to the enhancement of regulatory transparency

Work Location

Home-Based (Cook Islands, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Nauru, Palau or Tuvalu)

Expected duration

01.09.25 - 30.11.25

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Associate Economic Affairs Officer of Trade Analysis Branch and the NTM Regional Coordinator, the individual contractor will: (1) Support an international non-tariff measure (NTM) expert in conducting NTM data collection of Cook Islands, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Nauru, Palau, or Tuvalu: - Conduct research on the existing national governance and legislative structures, and all the on/offline sources for trade-related regulations such as laws, decrees or public notices. - Contact and make a visit to policymakers in different ministries and agencies by cooperating with the government focal points, in order to collect trade-related regulations and any other information requested by the NTM Regional Coordinator. (2) Organize a national workshop with the NTM Regional Coordinator: - Organize the national workshop. - Prepare logistical matters such as venues, catering services and/or internet for the workshops. - Identify and invite workshop participants such as Cook Islands, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Nauru, Palau, or Tuvalu policymakers and local businesses. - Support any on-the-scene and follow-up matters such as filling in a participant list, writing a meeting note, sharing on/offline materials for the workshop.

Qualifications/special skills

A first university degree, Bachelor, in Law, Trade or Economics is required. Work experience in or with Cook Islands, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Nauru, Palau, or Tuvalu's Government is required. Knowledge of and familiarity with UNCTAD's methodology of NTM data collection and HS code classification is desirable. A good knowledge of Cook Islands, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Nauru, Palau, or Tuvalu's laws and legal system is desirable.

Languages

Fluency written and spoken in English is required. Good knowledge of a national language of Cook Islands, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Nauru, Palau, or Tuvalu is desirable.

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 working with government agencies in the Pacific Islands? This question assesses your experience and ability to navigate governmental structures. Provide specific examples of past work in government settings and any relevant relationships established.
What methodologies have you used in data collection for non-tariff measures? This question seeks to understand your familiarity with NTM data collection techniques. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you approach organizing workshops or seminars? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What challenges do you foresee in collecting trade-related regulations in these countries? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of how you handled a difficult negotiation with policymakers? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What knowledge do you have of the laws in the Cook Islands and surrounding nations? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How would you ensure effective communication with different stakeholder groups? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Why is regulatory transparency important in international trade? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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