JOB DESCRIPTION / ROLE
As the Agriculture Policy Advisor, you will assist the Regional Counsellor in increasing trade activity in a range of primary industries. You will develop policy recommendations based on data-backed research, expert interviews and stakeholder engagement. You will also provide assistance to the Counsellor when it comes to his diplomatic activities.
Client Details
The Consulate General of a nation looking to expand and deepen its economic ties to the GCC.
Description
* Build research reports based on key economic, political and technological indicators related to trade in goods produced in the primary industries.
* Perform regulatory and policy analysis, alongside horizon-scanning to understand the current and possible future climate for the nation's trade with the GCC.
* Develop and maintain contacts with media, regional government entities, trade organisations, think tanks and diplomatic counterparts.
* Support the Regional Counsellor on all his/her diplomatic arrangements and visits, with briefings, translations and meeting minutes.
* Represent the Consulate in trade conferences, consultations and events.
Job Offer
* Competitive, tax-free salary
* Opportunity to work on high-profile initiatives with influential stakeholders
* Progressive environment
REQUIREMENTS
* Must speak Arabic, with a deep knowledge of policy issues in the MENA region, especially the GCC.
* Stellar academic background in economics, public policy, international relations or agriculture.
* Strong communication and presentation skills (in Arabic and English); French is a plus.
* Experience working within or alongside National or Regional Government entities a plus.
* Excellent technical skills with a proactive attitude towards building research pipelines.
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