Position Summary
We are currently looking for a Trade & Investment
Senior Associate to join our International Development Advisory Services team.
This is a full-time role, and the successful
candidate will be supporting our growing portfolio of trade and investment
projects and pursuits.
Key roles and responsibilities
Undertake research and analysis on key topics in
trade and investment including trade facilitation, export promotion and
development, trade policy, free trade agreements, regional integration, global
value chains, market access and trade information, investment promotion and
business/investment climate.
Actively contribute towards KPMG’s IDAS business
initiatives including delivery of client projects and business development.
Contribute to developing and nurturing relationships
with clients, project partners and other organizations.
Support practice development, capacity building,
thematic/sectoral coordination, and other initiatives.
Any other tasks that shall be assigned to you.
Academic/Professional qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in International Development,
Economics, Business Administration and Finance or any other relevant field.
Masters / professional qualification in any other
relevant field is an added advantage.
Minimum 4-6 years of experience in programme
management or analytical work with a regional or international development
organization, management consultancy firm, non-profit, or academic institute
working on international trade and investment issues.
Technical skills and competencies:
Technical skills and knowledge in one or more of the
following topics:
Trade: Trade facilitation, export promotion and
development, trade policy, regional integration, value chain analysis, market
access development.
Investment: Investment promotion, investment climate
reforms, investment readiness, investor facilitation, transaction advisory, and
market studies.
Strong analytical, writing and communication skills
Understanding of global development issues
Experience working in a complex, fast-moving
environment and dealing professionally with multiple stakeholders
Ability to build collaborative relationships with
others inside and outside of the organization.
Personal attributes:
IT proficiency, especially Microsoft Office and
recruitment software
An eye for detail
Team player with leadership capability
Excellent coordination and planning skills
Goal driven and results oriented mindset.
Multicultural skills to operate across diverse
African jurisdictions.
Resilience, tenacity, and the ability to handle
difficult client conversations.
Comfort with multitasking, flexibility,
open-mindedness, and the ability to make quick decisions.
Unquestionable integrity.
How To Apply
If your career aspirations match this exciting
opportunity, please use the link below to apply:
IDAS – Trade & Investment Senior Associate –
Candidate’s Summary.
Filling out the link is mandatory for consideration
alongside your application to dasrecruit@kpmg.co.ke quoting ‘IDAS
– Trade & Investment Senior Associate’ by 16 July 2024.
