Usaid Trade

2 weeks ago


مصر, Egypt Palladium Group, Inc. Full time

**USAID TRADE - Short-term Technical Support to the Trade Facilitation**

**Background on the assignment**

The USAID TRADE Project is focused on enhancing trade and investment policies, as well as the regulatory and institutional framework, as outlined in result 3. This encompasses five key areas of focus. The second area aims to expedite and streamline the movement of goods across borders, aligning with the provisions of the WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement and international best practices.
Under the supervision of the Senior Trade Facilitation Advisor, the Trade Facilitation consultant will support in the implementation of all Trade Facilitation work Activities and ensure that all of them are completed on time and meet high-quality standards. Activities will include the following (but not limited):

- Provide support in developing comprehensive action plans, including resources, and timeframes for activities; monitor technical implementation; support the completion of deliverables; and perform other administrative duties.
- Support monitoring of Trade Facilitation activities implemented by the TRADE project.
- Participate in the meetings with Public and Private sector partners as required.
- Facilitate internal administrative tasks in collaboration with the TRADE staff.
- Support the development of quarterly reports and annual work plans.
- Perform other duties as required.

**Required Qualifications**:

- University degree in foreign trade/engineering/chemistry or a similar field.
- A minimum of 4 years of work experience in foreign trade with a reasonable history in dealing with the public & private sector in this regard.
- Fluent English speaker and strong English language writing skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills.
- Solid organizational skills, including multitasking and time management.
- Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Enthusiastic, dedicated, flexible, and willing to work as part of a team.
- Mobility to travel to Governorates within Egypt.
- Experience working with international donors preferred.

**Project Overview and Role**:
Palladium was awarded the USAID/Trade Reform and Development in Egypt (TRADE) Activity contract, which has a 5-year timeframe and a ceiling of $36.3 million. The Project will be active throughout Egypt. The goal of the TRADE Activity is to increase Egypt’s international trade by increasing exports from SMEs, and in particular New and Expanding Export-Ready Enterprises (NEEREs). This will be achieved by addressing the constraints that impede the competitiveness of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs).
In order to achieve the Activity’s goal (increasing exports in selected sectors), Palladium must attain the following three Results:

- Enhanced Export Capacity of SMEs, in particular New and Expanding Export-Ready Enterprises (NEEREs)in Selected Sectors.
- Strengthened Public and Private Trade-Support Institutions (e.g., Trade Associations, Export Councils, etc.); and
- Improved Trade and Investment Policy, Regulatory and Institutional Environment.

**Company Overview**:
**About Palladium** - Palladium is a global leader in the design, development and delivery of Positive Impact - the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with governments, businesses, and investors to solve the world's most pressing challenges. With a team of more than 3,000 employees operating in 90 plus countries and a global network of over 35,000 experts, we help improve economies, societies and, most importantly, people's lives.



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