Regional coordinator , Afghanistan

Chemonics seeks a regional coordinator for an anticipated four-year USAID-funded project in Afghanistan under the Public Financial Management indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contract. The project will support trade agreements, World Trade Organization (WTO) accession, and rules compliance; organization of regional trade fairs and private sector matchmaking events; and capacity building for the implementation of reforms in customs, as well as Value-Added Tax (VAT) in Afghanistan. The coordinator will serve as an integral part of the regional trade team. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world. 

 Responsibilities include: 

• Provide logistical support for trade specialists who will be based in neighboring countries such as Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, the Kyrgyz Republic, and Turkmenistan
• Organize regional workshops to cover such issues as marketing, access to finance, market information, and trade opportunities to encourage a cross-country dialogue on key issues affecting the trade enabling environment
• Increase networking opportunities among the private sector by facilitating trade fairs, conferences, business events, economic forums,​ and exhibitions throughout the region to provide a platform for conducting business on a national and regional scale
• Support the harmonization of customs procedures, exchange of customs information, integrated IT solutions, recommendations from regional trade specialists, and other streamlining procedures for transit corridors

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in trade policy, trade law, customs, or economics preferred
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity 
• Proven ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing  
• Qualified nationals are encouraged to apply​
• English fluency required ​

Application Instructions: 

Send electronic submissions to TAFARecruit@chemonics.com​ by April 19, 2013. Please submit a cover letter describing skills and interests and indicate Regional Coordinator Afghanistan in the e-mail subject line. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.​

In addition, please download and complete Chemonics’ equal employment opportunity self-identification form and submit it separately to EEOselfidentify@chemonics.com with only "Regional Coordinator - TAFA" in the subject line. If you prefer not to disclose your sex, race, or ethnicity, you may check “I do not wish to complete the information requested.” Thank you for completing the form and supporting our equal employment opportunity reporting requirements.

 

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