Project Adviser, Policy & Value Chain Engagement

POSITION: PROJECT ADVISER – POLICY & VALUE CHAIN ENGAGEMENT Organization International Trade Centre (ITC) – Africa Trade Competitiveness and Market Access (ATCMA) Programme Duty Station Lusaka, Zambia Contract Duration One Year (with possibility of extension) Job Overview The Project Adviser – Policy & Value Chain Engagement will provide dedicated support focused on trade and investment policy programming and the facilitation of regional Value Chain Review Mechanisms (VCRMs) in selected sectors within the COMESA region. The position forms part of the Africa Trade Competitiveness and Market Access (ATCMA) Programme, a major initiative funded by the European Union and implemented by the International Trade Centre (ITC) and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) to enhance intra-African trade, improve market access, and strengthen the competitiveness of SMEs. Key Responsibilities Trade and Investment Policy Support Support the COMESA Secretariat and designated regional institutions in planning and organizing trade and investment policy-related meetings and regional value chain platform engagements. Prepare technical reports, concept notes, policy briefs, work plans, presentations, and other programme documentation. Identify, prioritize, and support the analysis of regulatory barriers affecting trade and investment. Support the development and implementation of policy reforms aimed at improving market access and export competitiveness. Value Chain Review Mechanism (VCRM) Facilitation Support the design, implementation, and monitoring of regional Value Chain Review Mechanisms (VCRMs). Coordinate regional value chain development activities and stakeholder engagement. Facilitate communication and alignment between regional and national stakeholders. Track implementation progress and sector-specific outcomes. Research, Monitoring and Reporting Collect, analyze, and monitor developments in trade and investment negotiations and value chain initiatives.