Jefferson Consulting Group
USAID Prosper Africa Trade Advisor
Jefferson Consulting Group, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
USAID Prosper Africa Trade Advisor
Job Code:
JFC-24-00001152Location:
Washington, DC 20006Sector:
International DevelopmentType:
Full-TimeClearance Requirement:
SecretExpected Travel:
Estimated 2-5 TDYs annually (3 domestic and 2 international)BACKGROUND:
USAID provides operational resources and staff for the Prosper Africa Executive Secretariat (PAES), which supports the Prosper Africa Coordinator and its 17 interagency partners. Through the Africa Trade and Investment platform, the Agency works to reduce regional trade barriers, promote trade under the African Growth and Opportunity Act, and attract investment that drives inclusive economic growth.The Bureau for Africa (AFR) is the USAID/Washington operating unit charged with managing USAID development and trade programs in Africa.PROSPER AFRICA:
Prosper Africa is a U.S. Presidential-level initiative to strengthen the economic partnership between the United States and Africa and increase two-way trade and investment.The Prosper Africa Executive Secretariat (PAES) seeks a Trade Advisor to support the Trade Team in coordinating, synchronizing, monitoring, and reporting on Prosper Africa's efforts to increase two-way trade between the United States and African countries.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Support development of overarching strategy for Prosper's efforts to increase two-way trade between Africa and the United States.Conduct outreach to key firms and US trade stakeholders.Provide technical input into papers, briefing materials, and communication products as needed.Assist in logistics and technical aspects of key convenings, trips, and conferences.Manage institutional trade relationship databases.Monitor current trade program activities and provide briefings and reports.Coordinate with existing programs and mechanisms.Serve as principal advisor to working groups and meetings.Help develop and update timelines for Prosper Africa's investment strategy.Other related duties as assigned.Note: The incumbent will not perform inherently governmental functions but will advise and facilitate as appropriate.Required Skills
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS, EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:A bachelor's degree in a relevant field plus 10 years of experience, or a master's degree plus five years of relevant experience.Experience working with US-Africa trade partners.Strong expertise in written and oral communication.Knowledge of private sector development and international trade.Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.Desired Skills
Preferred:Ability to work under pressure and time constraints.Proficiency in Google and Microsoft applications.Strong communication skills in the global investment space.About Us
Jefferson Consulting Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected category. JCG is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will ensure reasonable accommodations are provided for the hiring process.
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Job Code:
JFC-24-00001152Location:
Washington, DC 20006Sector:
International DevelopmentType:
Full-TimeClearance Requirement:
SecretExpected Travel:
Estimated 2-5 TDYs annually (3 domestic and 2 international)BACKGROUND:
USAID provides operational resources and staff for the Prosper Africa Executive Secretariat (PAES), which supports the Prosper Africa Coordinator and its 17 interagency partners. Through the Africa Trade and Investment platform, the Agency works to reduce regional trade barriers, promote trade under the African Growth and Opportunity Act, and attract investment that drives inclusive economic growth.The Bureau for Africa (AFR) is the USAID/Washington operating unit charged with managing USAID development and trade programs in Africa.PROSPER AFRICA:
Prosper Africa is a U.S. Presidential-level initiative to strengthen the economic partnership between the United States and Africa and increase two-way trade and investment.The Prosper Africa Executive Secretariat (PAES) seeks a Trade Advisor to support the Trade Team in coordinating, synchronizing, monitoring, and reporting on Prosper Africa's efforts to increase two-way trade between the United States and African countries.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Support development of overarching strategy for Prosper's efforts to increase two-way trade between Africa and the United States.Conduct outreach to key firms and US trade stakeholders.Provide technical input into papers, briefing materials, and communication products as needed.Assist in logistics and technical aspects of key convenings, trips, and conferences.Manage institutional trade relationship databases.Monitor current trade program activities and provide briefings and reports.Coordinate with existing programs and mechanisms.Serve as principal advisor to working groups and meetings.Help develop and update timelines for Prosper Africa's investment strategy.Other related duties as assigned.Note: The incumbent will not perform inherently governmental functions but will advise and facilitate as appropriate.Required Skills
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS, EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:A bachelor's degree in a relevant field plus 10 years of experience, or a master's degree plus five years of relevant experience.Experience working with US-Africa trade partners.Strong expertise in written and oral communication.Knowledge of private sector development and international trade.Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.Desired Skills
Preferred:Ability to work under pressure and time constraints.Proficiency in Google and Microsoft applications.Strong communication skills in the global investment space.About Us
Jefferson Consulting Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected category. JCG is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will ensure reasonable accommodations are provided for the hiring process.
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