Description

 

 

Selection Criteria

 

• Masters or Advanced Degree in relevant field (economics, trade, industrial organization), with at least 5 years of relevant professional experience on trade and competitiveness issues (or PhD degree in relevant field, and at least 2 years of relevant professional experience);

 

• Strong analytical skills (quantitative and qualitative) and proven ability to conduct independent policy-relevant research, translate theory into practical applications, and adapt professional knowledge and technical skills to analyze, diagnose and propose solutions to policy issues and challenges;

 

• Knowledge of and experience working with a broad range of trade-relevant measures, including tariff and non-tariff barriers, regulations, and investment measures.

 

• Extensive and proven experience with trade quantitative analysis, data management, visualization, using various data sources.

 

• Proficiency in at least one analysis programming language, and readiness to learn other software packages upon request.

 

• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with multiple priorities and tight deadlines. Strong analytical and organizational skills.

 

• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral. Demonstrated ability to take leadership and communicate ideas effectively under pressure.

 

• Willing to travel extensively, including to remote and conflict affected areas if required.

 

• Knowledge of developing country conditions and the domestic and international institutions governing trade and investment would be desirable.

 

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