The goal of this job function is to provide support in the implementation of the project Designing the Future: A Green and Inclusive Fashion Ecosystem for Kenya while contributing to other ITC projects.

Nairobi, Kenya

until 30 October 2026, with possible extension

BACKGROUND: The International Trade Centre (ITC) assists developing and transition economy countries in taking advantage of expanding trade opportunities in an increasingly complex global environment. ITC promotes Trade Impact for Good by advancing sustainable and inclusive development through trade. ITC places a premium on ensuring that trade supports the economic empowerment of underrepresented groups, recognizing that inclusion is essential to achieving economic, social and environmental development objectives. The Women, Youth and Vulnerable Communities (WYVC) Section delivers on its mandate by improving the trade policy and regulatory environment in which underrepresented people operate; strengthening the institutional framework of trade-related support available to them; enhancing their capacity and competitiveness; making markets more accessible to underrepresented and vulnerable groups; providing thought leadership and advocacy to ensure that value chains, the business environment and the trading system are more inclusive and act as catalysts for equitable growth; and mainstreaming inclusivity across all ITC projects and solutions. The core programmes include SheTrades, Youth and Trade, the Ethical Fashion Initiative (EFI) and the Refugee and Trade Programme. The Ethical Fashion Initiative (EFI) of ITC connects micro-entrepreneurs from developing countries to international and regional value chains. The programme builds the technical and managerial capacities of communities and fosters sustainable business linkages through social enterprises that operate centralized production and trade hubs. Its model engages four key stakeholder groups: consumers; buyers and businesses in the lifestyle sector; social enterprises managing production hubs; and artisan micro-entrepreneurs organized into legal entities. EFI applies a management approach grounded in an Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) due diligence system, encompassing a suite of tools that enable supply chain actors in the fashion value chain to align around principles of sustainable, fair and equitable work. In Kenya, ITC implements the project Designing the Future: A Green and Inclusive Fashion Ecosystem for Kenya, funded by the Agency of the Italian Development Cooperation (AICS). ITC creates economic opportunities for women and youth through the global SheTrades programme and regional programmes. In addition, ITC implements the project to promote sustainable socio-economic development and creating market-based livelihoods opportunities for refugees and host communities. RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direct supervision of the Chief, Women, Youth and Vulnerable Communities Section, the Project Coordinator and Technical Advisor will be responsible for the following duties: • Develops, implements and evaluates assigned projects, etc.; monitors and analyzes project development and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and initiates corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; ensures follow-up actions. • Performs consulting assignments, in collaboration with the client, by planning facilitating workshops, through other interactive sessions and assisting in developing the action plan the client will use to manage the change. • Researches, analyzes and presents information related to inclusive trade and market potential in key priority sectors. • Coordinates policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of evaluations or other research activities and studies, • Generates survey initiatives; designs data collection tools; reviews, analyzes and interprets responses, identify problems/issues and prepares conclusions. • Organizes and prepares written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc. • Provides substantive backstopping to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations, etc. • Initiates and coordinates outreach activities; conducts training workshops, etc.; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities. • Leads and/or participates in large, complex field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and drafting mission summaries, etc. • Coordinates activities related to budget funding (project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and prepares related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget, etc.). • Performs other duties as required. Copyright : The personnel has to ensure that s/he has obtained the necessary permissions with regard to intellectual property rights required to perform his/her services under this consultancy contract and for the subsequent dissemination by ITC in any form. Documentary proof is to be submitted to ITC. Should any license fee be due for the use of copyrighted materials of third parties, the Consultant shall request the prior written permission from ITC. S/he has further to ensure to obtain accreditation to event(s), if required.

EDUCATION: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, management, economics or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. EXPERIENCE: A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme coordination, administration or related area. Experience in working with community groups. Experience in facilitating training and/or providing mentoring and coaching. COMPETECIES: • Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of inclusive trade and value chain development to facilitate meaningful participation of women, youth and underrepresented groups in priority sectors including artisanal products and creative industries. Deep understanding of trade issues in Kenya including business support ecosystem and related needs of women, youth and underrepresented groups Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to conduct data collection using various methods. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. • Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. • Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. • Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client. • Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.

Fluency in English. Knowledge of local languages in Kenya is an advantage.

This vacancy is open for nationals of Kenya. This contract will be administered on behalf of ITC by UNOPS. Applicants must be authorized to work in the duty station where the position is located. Eligible applicants selected from outside the duty station are responsible for any expenses in connection with their relocation to the duty station.

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.