Mo Ibrahim Fellowship Opportunity, OED/Cabinet
Organizational Context
The International Trade Centre (ITC) aims to transform trade and change lives by enabling trade-led economic development, particularly in the Global South. The Office of the Executive Director provides strategic leadership, coordinates the corporate work programme, and manages key functions like evaluation and resource mobilization. This fellowship, in collaboration with the Mo Ibrahim Foundation, focuses on developing future African leaders.
Job Purpose
This fellowship aims to prepare young Africans for leadership roles in major organizations and multilateral institutions through mentorship with ITC's Executive Director and Deputy Executive Director. The Fellow will contribute to strategic assignments in trade development, focusing on private sector issues and SME challenges. Key activities include conducting research, designing strategies for Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) and resource generation, participating in high-level discussions, and preparing briefing materials. The role supports ITC's mandate of enabling trade-led economic development and strengthening business ecosystems, aligning with the Mo Ibrahim Foundation's goals of promoting good governance and developing African leadership.
Responsibilities
Under the guidance of the Chief Advisor to the Executive Director, the Fellow will contribute to strategic assignments focused on trade development, including private sector issues and challenges faced by Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). Responsibilities include conducting necessary research, and contributing to the design, development, and implementation of strategies for effective Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) and resource generation. The Fellow will also participate in high-level discussions and prepare relevant briefing notes and working documentation. Additional duties as assigned will be undertaken to support the office's objectives.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven years of relevant professional experience is required. Desirable experience includes international trade development, trade-related development assistance (TRTA), strategic planning and governance within international institutions or companies, research and writing on African trade topics, and work on regional integration or SME projects in Africa.
Skills
Professionalism, strong research and writing skills, analytical and interpretative abilities, effective communication and interpersonal skills, knowledge of international trade development and strategic planning, ability to conduct data collection and analysis, sound judgment, and teamwork. Commitment to continuous learning is also essential.