View Vacancy - Trade Advisor DIT (03/17) KPL

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Department for International Trade roles (DIT)
Department for International Trade (DIT)

Main purpose of job:

To lead on the priority campaign for renewables in Uganda and agritech for Uganda and the East African region. To plan and deliver a multi-year forward-looking renewables and agritech campaign, including deploying financial and other resources towards events and activities, both in Uganda/East Africa and in the United Kingdom. To provide analysis and advice on the renewables and agritech sectors to help drive UK trade interests in Uganda and East Africa. To support other sector campaigns as appropriate, working with the Head of Trade in Uganda as well as the pan-African Trade board. To manage the Ugandan team’s budget, ensuring we utilise our resources effectively, strategically and transparently. To line manage a Trade Officer and ensure returns on volume services are made promptly to the regional Head.

Roles and responsibilities:

  • This is a great opportunity to work in an exciting and challenging environment on a high profile agenda within the British High Commission.
  • The renewables and agritech sectors are a top priority for   UK trade interests in the region, and there are many major opportunities in   Uganda to pursue.
  • The role focuses on supporting British companies seeking   commercial success, and also on identifying major future opportunities as   well as ‘quick wins’.
  • It requires the tenacity to support British   companies achieve success in Uganda, as well as the ability to assess the sector and provide advice on where the strategic opportunities lie.
  • The Trade Advisor will be a confident self-starter, a team player with excellent communication skills, and the ability to network with a wide range of contacts at senior levels in Government and the private sector.
  • In addition, s/he will be expected to provide high quality analysis and advice of the macro-economic environment as well as on sector-specific developments.
  • S/he will be responsible for delivering to a challenging set of targets reflecting support to successful UK export wins in Uganda in the renewables sector and East Africa in the agritech sector.
  • There is also a requirement to line manage a Trade Support Officer and coordinate returns on key DIT – Uganda targets regularly as well as manage other, lower priority sector work at times and therefore to manage multiple portfolios.

  • Degree in business, engineering, agriculture, finance or related field.
  • At least 3 years’ experience in trade services and/or supporting private sector companies/organisations in doing business.
  • Knowledge of Uganda’s Economy and Business Environment.
  • An understanding of renewables and agritech sectors in Uganda.
  • Good computer skills and ability to work in a virtual team. Excellent in spoken and written English.
  • Post graduate qualification in a relevant field.
  • Knowledge of the UK economy and areas of UK competitive advantage.
  • Understanding of major projects life cycles.
6 June 2017
Executive Officer (EO)
Permanent
Africa
Uganda
Kampala
British High Commission
UGX 4,137,961per month
3 July 2017

Learning and development opportunities:

  • FCO Diplomatic Academy
  • DIT bespoke trade and investment courses, including sector specific on agri-tech.
  • Please complete the application form in full. Failure to do so may result in a determination that you do not meet the requirements for the position. 
  • Employees recruited locally by the British High Commission in Kampala are subject to the Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in Uganda.
  • All applicants must be legally able to work in the country of application with the correct visa.
  • Employees who are not eligible to pay local income tax: e.g. certain third-country nationals and spouses/partners of UK diplomats will have their salaries abated by an equivalent amount.
  • Reference and security clearances checks will be conducted.
  • Any questions you may have about this position will be answered during the interview, should you be invited.
  • Information about the Foreign and Commonwealth Office Competency Framework can be found on this link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-competency-framework
  • Successful candidates not resident in Country will be personally liable for costs and arrangements to relocate, including accommodation and work permits.   
  • Check your application and attachments before you submit your application, as you will not be able to make any changes once submitted.
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