Associate Programme Officers (ATCMA) - 3 posts, DCP/OA (FT-LTD)
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. This role is situated within the Office for Africa (OA) of the Division of Country Programmes (DCP) at ITC Headquarters in Geneva. DCP/OA manages multidisciplinary trade assistance projects in Africa, focusing on the Africa Trade Competitiveness and Market Access (ATCMA) programme.
Job Purpose
This role supports the development, implementation, and monitoring of designated projects within the Africa Trade Competitiveness and Market Access (ATCMA) Programme. ATCMA is a significant initiative funded by the EU and implemented by ITC and UNIDO, aiming to boost intra-African trade and trade with the EU. The programme seeks to enhance market access for specific value chains, increase SME export competitiveness, reduce trade barriers, improve quality standards, and promote value addition and export diversification, with a focus on women- and youth-led businesses to foster economic inclusion and sustainable practices.
Responsibilities
The Associate Programme Officers will conduct basic research on ATCMA programmes, collecting and analyzing data. They will provide substantive support for policy coordination and evaluation functions. Responsibilities include assisting with consulting assignments, facilitating workshops, and developing action plans. The role involves contributing to written outputs such as background papers and reports, and providing administrative and substantive support for meetings and conferences. Additionally, officers will assist with outreach activities, training workshops, and presentations. Field missions, including data collection, will be undertaken. Coordination of budget-related activities, project preparation, progress reporting, and financial statement preparation are also key duties.
Work Experience
A minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management is required. Experience in SME competitiveness and international trade is desirable. Experience working with regional economic communities (RECs) is also considered an asset.
Skills
Professionalism, Teamwork, Planning & Organizing, research and analytical skills, data collection and analysis, project management, policy coordination, report writing, meeting support, outreach activities, budget coordination.