Trade Management consultant
Contribute to the visibility and fundraising objectives of the Division.
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Overview
Contribute to the visibility and fundraising objectives of the Division.
You have:
- At least 2 years of relevant work experience in economic research and analysis, policy formulation, application of economic principles in development programmes, project management, or related area is required.
- Excellent communication and writing skills are required.
- Substantive work experience in international trade and development matters, including economic analysis, research and writing, is desirable.
- Fluency oral and written in English is required.
Contract
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Result of Service
The consultant will contribute to the continuous improvement of the visibility and fundraising objectives of the Division.
Work Location
Geneva
Expected duration
10.03.25 to 09.09.25
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Chief of the Office of the Director, Division on Technology and Logistics, the consultant will: - ASYCUDA • Assist and support in the drafting, editing, and proofreading of various outputs of the Programme, Annual Report, Op-eds, news articles • Compile, edit and update existing information material related to the ASYCUDA Programme's work to develop high impact communication material to be used with member States, donors, journalists, and the general public. • Contribute to and continue the social media outreach of the ASYCUDA Programme to communicate the ongoing work both internally and externally. • Revise and edit all Reports, official communication, and relevant outreach material for accuracy, wording, and overall clarity. - Economic and/or sector analysis: • Support in undertaking research and policy analysis on trade, technology and development issues, especially related to trade facilitation, value chains, trade logistics, e-commerce, women economic empowerment and the global development agenda, amongst other topics. • Prepare the inputs into briefing notes and speeches for the Director and contribute to reviewing and enhancing the communication documents of the Division. • Support the undertaking specific analysis on funders and donor relationships, in particular with the European Union development cooperation, external actions, and trade policies. • Provide substantive and logistical backstopping as required for effective implementation of technical assistance activities, capacity-building efforts, research, and intergovernmental machinery for the Division. • Attend, service, and summarize conferences, webinars and meetings related to the Division’s affairs. - Intergovernmental Support: • Prepares inputs for reports to intergovernmental bodies. • Follow intergovernmental meetings and prepares summary reports. • Prepare inputs to statements by members of the Bureau and Secretariat staff to such meetings. • Organize the panels, round tables, etc. on development issues for intergovernmental processes. - General: • Assists in drafting the Divisional work plans and programmes/projects evaluation. • Performs other related duties as required, including a variety of administrative tasks necessary for the final delivery of the work unit’s services. • Undertakes on-the-job and other training activities, both internally and externally.
Qualifications/special skills
At least 2 years of relevant work experience in economic research and analysis, policy formulation, application of economic principles in development programmes, project management, or related area is required Excellent communication and writing skills is required. Substantive work experience in international trade and development matters, including economic analysis, research and writing, is desirable.
Languages
Fluency oral and written in English 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 with economic research and how it applies to trade management? | This question assesses your understanding and practical experience in economic research relevant to trade management. | Discuss specific projects you've worked on, highlighting methodologies and outcomes. |
| What strategies would you implement to improve communication and outreach for the ASYCUDA Programme? | The interviewer wants to understand your strategic thinking in enhancing communication efforts. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you approach drafting reports and official communication? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Have you had experience organizing intergovernmental meetings or panels? Please elaborate. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What role do you think the ASYCUDA Programme plays in assisting economic development? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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