Trade Development Officer (TDO)

The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan in Addis Ababa is seeking a motivated and highly skilled professional to join its team in the position of Trade Development Officer (TDO). This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who have a strong background in trade, investment, and economic relations, and are eager to enhance and strengthen the commercial ties between Pakistan and Ethiopia.

Job Title: Trade Development Officer (TDO)

Terms of Service: Contract (Renewable)

Reports to: Trade and Investment Minister

Location: Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Salary: Negotiable

Contract Duration: One year (extendable for another two years based on satisfactory quarterly performance)

Number of Positions: One (1)

Job Purpose

The TDO will play a key role in enhancing business diplomacy and commercial relationships between Pakistan and Ethiopia. The candidate should demonstrate strong business knowledge, analytical talent, and the ability to identify new market opportunities in the host country.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct all types of market analysis for commodities transacted in Ethiopia

• Identify potential areas for export promotion of Pakistani products

• Engage Ethiopian importers and coordinate economic activities concerning Pakistan

• Facilitate international EXPO and business events between the Embassy and the Ethiopian Chamber of Commerce

• Coordinate business meetings between the Embassy, private companies, and government trade sector

• Arrange participation of reputable Ethiopian companies in exhibitions scheduled in Pakistan

• Develop and execute marketing plans in coordination with the Managing Director

• Participate in local industries’ discussions, forums, and conferences

• Maintain and utilize a contacts database for business matchmaking

• Translate business documents (English-Amharic and vice versa)

• Manage VAT claims at Ethiopian Customs and Revenue Authority

• Facilitate visa requests and follow-up with MOFA and immigration

• Recommend and arrange business fairs for Pakistani products

Knowledge and Experience

• MBA or Master’s Degree in Economics, Commerce, International Trade, or related field

• Minimum 3 years of proven relevant work experience

Key Skills

• Excellent relationship-building skills with public and private sector executives

• Ability to foster positive commercial dynamics and cooperation

• Strong customer relationship skills with high-level proposal presentations

• Excellent verbal and written communication in both English and Amharic

• Strong computer proficiency (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

• Understanding of Ethiopian commercial regulations and laws

• Knowledge of Ethiopian customs procedures and import/export documentation

Application Process

Interested applicants should send their CVs by April 30, 2025, to:

Email: commercialwingpakistan1@gmail.com

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The recruitment process may involve a written test and physical interview.

Address
Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan
Yeka Sub-city, Woreda 8, Haya Hulet (near Axum Hotel), Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Phone: 011-1260421 | 0924191129