USAID East Africa Trade Hub Program
Chemonics International, a U.S. based international development
consulting firm, is seeking expatriate and local experts for an anticipated
USAID funded regional trade facilitation project.
The project will support national and regional bodies as they
collaborate to facilitate intra-regional trade and improve economic
integration.
Expected specific activities include harmonization of regional
trade policies, support to East Africa Community (EAC), and linking regional
suppliers to US markets to take advantage of the African Growth and Opportunity
Act (AGOA). Positions may be long-term or short-term based in Nairobi with
possible frequent travel to East African states.
We are seeking technical experts in the following areas:
- Regional
trade policy
- Transit
& customs facilitation
- Regional
trade association capacity building
- Export-oriented
value chain development & competitiveness
- AGOA-targeted
market linkages
Qualifications:
- Advanced
degree in economics, international trade, business administration,
agriculture or related field, with at least eight years of technical
experience
- Significant
technical experience working in East Africa in private sector development,
trade facilitation, or other economic growth projects
- Strong
communication skills and ability to liaise with various stakeholders
- Experience
working with international donor funded projects is preferred
- Demonstrated
leadership, versatility, and integrity
- English
fluency is required
Application Instructions:
Send electronic submissions to EastAfricaTradeRecruit@gmail.com
by March 15, 2013, indicating area(s) of expertise in the subject line.
No telephone inquiries, please.
Finalists will be contacted.