Director General , Global Coalition for Efficient Logistics

Powerful forces of change are sweeping across the globe. As we attempt to recover from the global financial crisis, many find themselves swamped by the present unrest and the uncertainty of the future. The world is in search of a solution to drive a prosperous global economy. To do so, economic leaders recognize that the engine that will spur global economic growth is world trade. Trade efficiency was pivotal in driving the economic growth around the world that was achieved through containerization over the past 70 years. Today, trade efficiency will again boost our economy for another century to come.

Trade is founded on four primary industries: commerce, finance, insurance, and logistics. Each industry employs technology, but together they are not achieving the required level of efficiency. The weakest link among these industries is logistics. Yet logistics is also the linchpin that connects our world economy. Therefore, by maximizing the efficiency of global logistics, we will create the platform needed to enhance digital commerce, digital finance and digital insurance too. Thus, we will inject a powerful new level of trade efficiency by maximizing the full potential of 21st century technology, unleashing the required true Digital Economy.

The digital economy has emerged as a topic of high priority among the custodians of the global economy as they search for a solution to address the urgent economic needs. Today, the Global Coalition for Efficient Logistics (GCEL), a Swiss-based nonprofit organization, is empowering the true Digital Economy by working together with about 156 governments, 21 NGOs and the world’s most prominent firms, which have a workforce of more than 2.7 million collectively servicing 60% of the world’s GDP. In sum, GCEL has the road map, the tools, and the global support to empower the Digital Economy.

GCEL has spent many years in preparation and now is ready for global deployment. The qualified Candidate will play a major role in GCEL’s mission. A passionate and experienced candidate will be richly rewarded and will be part of a global leadership team that is bringing innovation and transformational practices to world trade, leading the next generation toward prosperity.

The ideal candidate will be a highly accomplished leader with an outstanding record of achievement in economic policy. You will have a minimum of 20 years experience with increasing responsibilities, at high level Ministerial, Ambassadorial or equivalent positions with global NGOs or pan regional organizations in economic policy, trade policy, or a similar field. Proven experience in translating economic concepts into tangible programs is expected. Masterful communication skills, uncompromising integrity and diplomatic bearing are essential. PhD in economics, public policy or an equivalent discipline is preferred, and fluency in two languages is required. We welcome applications from all corners of the world

To answer this call for action, please send your vita and request for information by April 21st to: HR-DirectorGeneral@gcel.net.