Director of Trade & Programs at PG Consulting limited

Our client, a foremost bilateral chamber in Nigeria is currently looking for a Director of Trade & Programs. Basic responsibilities include implementing a strategic relationship program on trade, marketing the country as an investment destination, and developing a strong collaborative relationship with partners and stakeholders, including international investment agencies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• The setup and management of activities of the International Trade & Investment Desk
• organizing programs for the chamber.
• Managing and supporting trade applications for members and non-members through the trading desk
• Developing commercial services and new products focussing on increasing Chamber revenues
• Reviewing trade and investment policies and procedures and ensuring the proper utilization of the Chamber’s Advocacy platform to disseminate the right information
• Identifying key partnerships within the public and private sector and improving the Chamber footprint in relation to trade and investment
• Supporting clients and members through the provision of practical and technical advice around international trade and high-level service delivery such as Trade Missions and consultancy.
• Trade Service team delivery, including managing own and KPIs of Trade Service department Programme department and seasonal interns
• Ensuring a high level of customer service across the team, role modeling leadership behaviors
• Ensuring income generation through building and account management of key partners
• Working alongside the Head of the Membership department to implement new tools to increase leads and revenue to Chamber services

QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
• Age range- 35-45 years
• Master’s degree/ Post Graduate degree in Commerce, Marketing, Business Administration, Economics, Entrepreneurship, International Trade/Business/ Relations, or any related field from a recognized institution.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of National/International goals, policies, and development objectives and the ability to translate them into trade development programs/projects.
• Senior Management Experience and strong leadership and motivational skills and the ability to develop a results-focused, collegiate team ethos.
• Results-oriented and willing to make a personal commitment to meeting quantitative and qualitative targets.
• Knowledge of economies and business drivers.

Salary Range                                                                                        

Very Attractive