Result of ServiceUnder the direct supervision of E-commerce Program Officer in ITC Geneva, and in close collaboration with the national project team, the national E-commerce Adviser will perform the following functions: 1. Assist in the implementation of Output 5 activities including facilitation of partnership with e-commerce ecosystem actors, design of training programs on e-commerce, capacity building activities, identify issues to be addressed and recommend corrective actions; identify and track follow-up actions. 2. Carry out technical research, assessments and data collection on selected aspects of e-commerce ecosystem; contribute to the preparation of technical papers, e.g. background papers, analytical notes, inputs to publications, etc. 3. Maintain relationships with relevant stakeholders and beneficiaries to ensure achievement of project targets and results; ensure regular technical coordination with ITC project team in Uganda as well as with other e-commerce related projects. 4. Contribute to the preparation of various written outputs, such as consolidate progress report on the status of activities and results; 5. Undertake outreach activities to ensure visibility of e-commerce related activities; support communication efforts of results; prepare press releases, articles, social media posts; 6. Provide administrative and substantive support to meetings, trainings and consultations, include proposing agenda topics, identifying and proposed participants, preparation of background documents and presentations, handling logistics, etc. 7. Participate in field missions with technical experts and provide substantive technical support, as per the guidelines of ITC Work LocationHome based in Kampala, Uganda Expected duration01.04.25 -31.03.26 Duties and ResponsibilitiesBACKGROUND: The International Trade Centre (ITC) is a joint agency of the United Nations and the World Trade Organization for trade-related technical cooperation in developing countries. It is the only multilateral agency fully dedicated to supporting the internationalization of SMEs. ITC's mission is to foster inclusive and sustainable growth and development through trade and international business development. ITC Headquarters are in Geneva, Switzerland. ITC projects and programmes contribute to the global efforts to achieve UN Global Goals for Sustainable Development and the Aid for Trade agenda. In this context, ITC serves as the implementing partner for the European Union-funded project, “Uganda: Sustainable Business for Uganda 2.0 - Trade and Investment Development”, which aims to boost Uganda’s economic performance through developing green, inclusive and technological dimensions of trade and investment. This framework will respond to current and emerging needs as well as opportunities to improve the performance of export sectors with a focus on greening value chains, generating sustainable investment, and stimulating job creation. The Overall Objective of this action is to contribute to sustainable and inclusive economic growth and decent and green job creation in Uganda. The Specific Objective of this action is to facilitate and promote inclusive sustainable and green trade and investment between Uganda and the European Union. The Outputs to be delivered by this action contributing to the corresponding specific objective are: • Output 1 – Strengthened policy framework and public and private stakeholders’ capacities for enhanced trade competitiveness in selected sectors and value chains • Output 2 – Improved investment framework and opportunities • Output 3 – Enhanced trade facilitation framework and tools • Output 4 – Strengthened quality compliance and standards in selected value chains • Output 5 – Strengthened e-commerce ecosystem, BSOs and MSMEs ITC plans to recruit a National E-commerce Adviser in Uganda to support ITC in the effective implementation of Output 5. The duties of E-commerce Adviser will include day-to-day coordination and management of ITC technical support with respect to strengthening e-commerce ecosystem, BSOs and MSMEs, stakeholder engagement and communication. Qualifications/special skillsHold a postgraduate degree (Master’s or PhD) in Economics, Commerce, or a related discipline. At least 3 years of experience in e-commerce related technical assistance and private sector support. Experience in building partnerships between private sector and institutional stakeholders is desirable. Demonstrate ethics and integrity in professional conduct. Proven ability to effectively coordinate a multi-stakeholder programme Promote and encourage open and effective communication within the team. Create synergies and foster initiative and self-management Proven ability to work under pressure and manage potential conflicts Encourage learning, skill transfer, information sharing, and knowledge management Ability to make decisions transparently and inclusively LanguagesAdvanced command of oral and written English is required. Knowledge of local languages would be an asset. 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