Associate Programme Officer (Access to Finance), DECI/SEC (Temporary)

Job Description

Join our team as an Associate Programme Officer! 🌍 In this role, you will collaborate with clients to design and evaluate programs aimed at boosting trade competitiveness for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) within the Division of Enterprises and Institutions. Your responsibilities will include conducting research on financing trends, facilitating workshops for clients, and contributing to funding proposals. You’ll also assist in data collection and analysis, help prepare reports, and support various outreach activities such as training workshops and conferences. To thrive in this position, you should have a solid understanding of SME financing and management, with at least two years of relevant experience. Fluency in English and French is a must. If you’re passionate about empowering SMEs and enhancing their market access, we want to hear from you! 🤝

The conditions of service are governed by the United Nations Staff Rules and Regulations. This is a temporary appointment for an initial 6 months and may be subject to extension. Applications from women and nationalities from developing and least developing countries are particularly encouraged. ITC champions workforce diversity, inclusion, gender equality and gender parity and considers all qualified persons – of all genders – equally, including those with disabilities, without discrimination or prejudice of any kind. ITC also offers attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work/life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully. If you are unable to complete our online application form due to a disability, please send an email to hrs-jobs@intracen.org. Given the nature of the temporary opportunity, priority consideration may be given to candidates already located at the duty station. Applicants will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration. ITC Internal staff on fixed-term, continuing or permanent appointment, if selected, may be entitled to Special Post Allowance as per Staff Rule 3.10. For information on salary and entitlements, please consult the International Civil Service Commission website: http://icsc.un.org.

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