National Technical Expert – LICA‑10 (Consultant)

About the role

The International Trade Centre (ITC) is seeking a National Technical Expert to support the “Building Opportunities for Sustainable Trade” (BOOST) project in Lao PDR. The role is a one‑year renewable consultancy based in Vientiane, focusing on coordinating project activities that enhance EU‑Lao trade and promote sustainable business practices.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager and Chief of the Office for Asia and the Pacific in planning, monitoring and reporting on project outputs.
• Facilitate public‑private sector coordination to identify export and investment opportunities.
• Support Lao companies in meeting EU and international standards for exports, including environmental and due‑diligence requirements.
• Collaborate with technical experts in Geneva and the Project Team Leader in Vientiane to ensure alignment of activities.
• Conduct field visits across Lao PDR and, when required, regional travel to assess implementation gaps.
• Prepare documentation, training materials and progress reports for the Ministry of Industry and Commerce and EU partners.

Required profile

• Relevant university degree (e.g., economics, international trade, business development) or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven experience in trade‑related projects, preferably with EU funding or standards.
• Strong understanding of SME internationalisation, export procedures and sustainability criteria.
• Excellent communication skills in English; knowledge of Lao language is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate multiple stakeholders.

Required skills