Junior Digital Trade Advisor - Pan-African e-Commerce Initiative

ABOUT THE COMPANY

GIZ, the German Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit GmbH, provides services in the field of international technical cooperation worldwide. In Kenya, it has been active since 1964, and up to now implements programs in a wide variety of areas, including economic development, green energy and water, governance, food security, and peace and security. The German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) is GIZ’s main commissioning party. However, GIZ as well works closely with the private sector, fostering successful interaction between development policy and foreign trade.

JOB SUMMARY

The Pan-African E-Commerce Initiative aims to improve the framework conditions for companies in selected African countries to participate in cross-border e-commerce. The project has been running for the past 6 years and is currently being implemented in three countries/regions: Kenya, Ghana and the EAC. The main project office is in Eschborn, Germany with on the ground offices in the respective countries. Focal aspects of the project are inter alia:Supporting the strengthening on an enabling environment for cross-border digital trade in Africa for SMEs through the implementation of enacted reforms from the Digital Trade Protocol (DTP) of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)Establishing partnerships to support digital trade for MSMEs in the private sector.Facilitating implementation mechanisms of the Digital Trade Protocol by public and private sector actors for the promotion of digital trade for companies

RESPONSIBILITIES

ResponsibilitiesThe technical professional is responsible for: implementing daily operational aspects of all issues related to PeCIprocessing technical aspects and further developing the area of responsibility in accordance with the specified standardsmaintaining a good flow of communication and information between all involved institutions, counterparts and GIZ ensuring close coordination of activities of PeCI with other related programs facilitating project management processes/implementation ensuring that the logistical and administrative elements of the project run smoothly and are aligned to existing processes  Technical Advisory: maintains and develops collaboration between PeCI and stakeholders in Kenya, Ghana and EACcontributes to technical advisory to relevant partners and stakeholders on facilitating digital trade in Kenya gathers and disseminates relevant information on geographically related aspects of the project aligns specific needs in Kenya with the overarching goals of PeCI liaises with relevant e-commerce platforms in the regionattends meetings with stakeholders, implementing partners, and donors alongside project technical teams.develops the technical capacity of partners in the relevant field of expertisesupports with Capacity Building-measures in digital trade   Communication and networking: develops and maintains contact with all important stakeholdersensures knowledge management i.e. collects, processes and distributes relevant information, monitors communication and interaction between government institutions, civil society and partners through analyses of the media, direct dialogue, participation in meetings and seminars etcsupports in the visibility, communication and development of PR materials relating the project in Kenyaidentifies appropriate events for engagement and assists in the management of events for PeCI manages relationships of established contacts with companies and other stakeholders represents the project in workshops, conferences and seminarsgenerates content relating to activities carried out by the projectensures that knowledge generated by the Initiative is captured and disseminated appropriately actively supports the preparation of fact sheets, webpages, presentations, articles for GIZ intranet and other publications for presenting the project to the public     Implementation and coordination: coordinates and assists in preparing and conducting project activities and carries out related tasksregularly consults with the GIZ officer responsible for the project´s service package in Kenya and cooperation on all project activitieshelps identify the needs of government institutions and partnersparticipates in formulating project action plans and helps synchronize the planning and budgeting system is jointly responsible with the partner institution for preparing, implementing and documenting training events, workshops, forums, team meetings and other project activitiesWorks closely with other projects of the GIZ Kenya trade team and relevant partners.  Administration: takes responsibility for administrative tasks according to GIZ rules and regulations (PuR), including assisting in and autonomously preparing bookings, bidding procedures, contracts ofexperts/external consultants and ensuring documentation of the procedures prepares logistical aspects of project activities (meetings, workshops etc.) handles invoices, office procurements, and event-related purchases monitors the availability of accessories and stock and carries out procurement in accordance with guidelines    Project Management, Monitoring and Evaluation: supports all monitoring and evaluation activities related to the initiative, including implementing, and reviewing monitoring and evaluation plans, tools, and data collection platforms.ensures the adherence to the M&E plan throughout the project cycle. collaborates with relevant stakeholders and partners to support and guide data collection in the field.collects, analyzes, and presents progress data in a timely manner as required during project implementation.contributes to various monitoring reports, including annual reports.travels to project sites in close collaboration with field partners when required.Is responsible for the supervision and coordination with expert consultants for Third Party monitoring, ensuring that their work is of high quality and produced within agreed upon deadlines.ensures that all the implementation and consultants reports are filed correctly in the DMS    Other duties/additional tasksperforms other duties and tasks at the request of management Required qualifications, competences and experienceQualificationsBachelor’s degree in economics, international trade law, social sciences,digital economy or related field.Professional experienceAt least 3 years’ professional experience in a comparable positionOther knowledge, additional competencesgood working knowledge of ITC technologies (related software, phone,email, the internet) and computer applications (e.g. MS Office)strong understanding of ecommerce and digital tradewillingness to travel regularlyfluent in English willingness to upskill as required by the tasks to be performed – corresponding measures are agreed with management Submission of Application:Duty Station: NairobiDuration of Assignment: 1 year.Vacancy Reference Number: GIZ/SED/09/02/2026Equal Employment OpportunityAt GIZ Kenya, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. We actively seek individuals with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills to build a stronger, more impactful global team.We provide an environment of respect and psychological safety, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all. Discrimination based on race, colour, ancestry, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, disability, marital status, or any other protected status is not tolerated in any of our workplaces.People With disability are encouraged to applyEthicsGIZ is committed to the safety, dignity, and well-being of all individuals we interact with, including staff, partners, community members, and program participants. We uphold the highest standards in preventing sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. Child abuse or any form of misconduct by or toward team members is strictly prohibited.All staff are expected to behave professionally, respect local laws and customs, and complete mandatory ethics e-learning courses upon hire.Data ConfidentialityIn accordance with GIZ’s data protection policy, all candidate applications are stored in our database for six (6) months and deleted thereafter.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Training delivery, Documentation and record keeping, Trade policy, Partnerships, Digital content development and editing (social media, blogs, etc.), Reporting, Project implementation, Office administration, management, Compliance

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree