Summary
Date Posted: Friday, August 07, 2020 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Abt Associates, a global leader in implementing technical assistance programs and research in the fields of economic growth, agriculture, social and environmental policy, and climate change, seeks highly qualified candidates for the anticipated five-year USAID-funded Africa Trade & Investment Project (ATIP) which aims to advance Prosper Africa's goals to boost trade, increase investment, and support business-friendly policy reforms. The program will complement the U.S. Government's trade and investment tools through customized services - from business consulting and transaction facilitation to targeted policy interventions. ATIP will have regional offices in Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, and the U.S. All positions posted here will be based in Kenya and are contingent upon project award to Abt Associates. .

Job details;
• The RTD will lead all activities to support increasing trade between the U.S. and Africa, including working with policy, legal and regulatory issues to help create an improved business and trade environment. S/he will lead the regional strategy and implementation of trade enhancement activities between the US and Africa; develop, train and manage the region's team of trade facilitators: Collaborate with public and private stakeholders and officials that influence trade.

Job Skills: Not Specified

Qualifications;
• MBA or Master Degree in business, business and/or trade law, economics, or similar field, minimum 12 years of professional experience in export trade, including the regulatory environment, intellectual property rights and other legal and policy issues affecting trade, customs, export requirements.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a managerial or leadership role, collaborating with remote teams a plus.
• Fluent English required.

Job Education Requirements: Not Specified

Job Education Experience: Not Specified

Work Hours: 8

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Job application procedure
Interested candidates may send a CV and cover letter to EastAfricaJobs@abtassoc.com Please include the position title and "ATIP" in the subject line of the email. One email per position application Deadline for applications is Friday, 28th August 2020. Kenyan nationals are encouraged to apply. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce.
Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits.

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