Policy Engagement Intern (Trade Services) at Churchgate Group

This role entails providing needed support the Trade Services Department in advancing policy-related initiatives, stakeholder coordination, and partnership development that foster trade facilitation and international collaboration. 

The role aims to enhance research, advocacy, and engagement strategies aligned with WTC Abuja’s mission of promoting global business connectivity.

Job Details

• Support in conducting trade and market research to identify business opportunities, trends, and prospects for WTC Abuja members. 
• Assist in onboarding new members and tracking membership renewals and inquiries. 
• Develop promotional content (emails, flyers, social media posts) with designated team to boost membership visibility and engagement. 
• Assist in preparing business profiles, partnership proposals, and pitch decks for potential collaborators. 
• Liaise with TSD Executives in sourcing business enquiries/requests for members and partners. 
• Liaise with TSD Executives to work on WTC Abuja articles, newsletters and membership briefs

Minimum Qualifications:

• Academic Background: Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, Law, Economics, International Trade, Marketing, Business Administration, Development Studies, Communications, or related fields (minimum 2:1 from a recognized institution).
• Residency: Must reside in Abuja 
• Availability: Must be available to work 5 days per week.
• Fresh Graduate with minimum 0-2 years post NYSC experience.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to draft clear reports, promotional materials and correspondence. 
• Trade and Economic Interest: Demonstrated interest in trade facilitation, international business or economic development. 
• Digital and Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and basic graphic/design tools (e.g. Canva, Adobe Spark). 
• Marketing and Outreach Skills: Experience or familiarity with digital marketing techniques (email campaigns, social media advertising, webinars). 
• Organizational and Detail Orientation: Strong attention to detail and organizational ability. 
• Teamwork and Initiative: Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team. Proactive attitude toward learning new tasks.