RITD/RIEDS- International Consultant - Trade in Services Specialist
Organizational Context
The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) implements a technical assistance project focused on unlocking the potential of services trade in Africa, particularly for the AfCFTA. This role supports national institutions in understanding and measuring trade in services on a value-added basis, contributing to policy frameworks for sector growth.
Job Purpose
This consultancy serves as a technical assistance initiative by the ECA to enhance African nations' capacity in services trade. The primary purpose is to improve understanding and measurement of trade in services, focusing on value-added contributions and integration into regional and global value chains. The role aims to strengthen national capabilities in data analysis, policy development, and capacity building, ultimately supporting the effective implementation of the AfCFTA by fostering growth in key service sectors, particularly financial services.
Responsibilities
Serve as the Lead International Consultant and Trade in Services Specialist, providing conceptual, empirical, methodological, and policy guidance on trade in services and value chains within the African context. Lead collaboration on training workshops for national consultants on trade in services and Trade in Value Added (TiVA) analysis, including developing training materials. Provide technical support and backstopping to national consultants undertaking empirical work and policy development. Review technical reports from national consultants and participate in multi-stakeholder workshops for knowledge sharing and peer learning.
Work Experience
A minimum of ten years of professional experience in trade policy (goods and services), regional integration, and trade in value-added analysis is required. Experience in policy formulation and capacity building within Africa is highly desirable.
Skills
Trade policy (goods and services), regional integration, trade in value-added analysis, policy formulation, capacity building, organizational skills, communication skills.