The Embassy of Denmark in Accra is recruiting a senior, proactive, French speaking Commercial Adviser for our Trade and Business Team to strengthen our efforts in export- and investment promotion.<\/p>\n
The Commercial Adviser will support the Trade and Business Team in furthering and supporting export and investment promotion of Denmark, Ghana and the Ivory Coast. The Adviser should expect to devote a significant amount of time on issues related to the Ivorian market.<\/p>\n
The position will include regular regional and international travel and will have annual income targets to meet.<\/p>\n
Job Description<\/strong><\/p>\n Job Title: Commercial Adviser<\/strong><\/p>\n Main tasks and responsibilities as Commercial Adviser<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Assistance to Danish companies in promoting business interests in the Ghanaian and Ivorian markets Qualification Required & Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 A degree in Economics, International Marketing, MBA or similar Desired qualifications<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 International exposure and proven cross-cultural work experience We offer<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 An exciting, inter-cultural and dynamic work environment with a wide range of diverse tasks Employment conditions<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 You will be offered full-time employment on a local contract based on the relevant legally binding labour market rules of Ghana. Location:<\/strong> Accra<\/p>\n How to Apply<\/strong><\/p>\n Application and recruitment process To apply for the position, please send your application (cover letter, CV, proof of relevant education, recommendations and 2-3 references) in English to the Embassy of Denmark, email: accambvisa@um.dk<\/strong> marked in subject line \u201cApplication \u2013 Visa Officer \u2013 Embassy of Denmark\u201d<\/p>\n Closing Date: 29 May 2017<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The Embassy of Denmark in Accra is recruiting a senior, proactive, French speaking Commercial Adviser for our Trade and Business Team to strengthen our efforts in export- and investment promotion……<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6721,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_is_tweetstorm":false,"jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","enabled":false}}},"categories":[85],"tags":[2027],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p2nO32-6fD","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24033"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6721"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=24033"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24033\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=24033"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=24033"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=24033"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Market research on behalf of and marketing assistance to Danish companies
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Assessment of market opportunities for Danish companies
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Maintaining and developing a strategic network and overview of markets
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Facilitating contacts between Danish and local business partners and assist in liaising with authorities
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Facilitating high-level visits from Denmark to Ghana
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Planning and implementation of programme for individual companies and trade delegations to Denmark, Ghana and the Ivory Coast
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Contributing towards Danish Trade Council cooperation in Africa and participate in regional industry teams.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 At least 10 years of professional experience with progressing responsibility
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Full fluency in English and French \u2013 speaking and writing
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Solid business acumen and experience in engaging with stakeholders at the top levels of both the corporate and the government world
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Strong network in the Ghanaian business community
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Full IT-proficiency, including in Microsoft Office Suite
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Ability to make professional presentations
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Proactive, creative, outgoing, energetic and able to work independently, as well as being persistent, adaptable, have passion for the job; be goal-oriented and an effective cross-cultural communicator<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Specific expertise from the green-tech or food and agriculture sector
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Network and experience from working in the Ivory Coast<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 A dynamic and fast paced workplace, with a team characterized by an informal tone and a \u201ccan do\u201d attitude. The Commercial Adviser reports to the Commercial Counsellor. ? Great opportunities for the use and development of your professional and personal competencies<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 The initial period of employment will be six months, with the possibility of a permanent position at the end of the initial period subject to performance.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Your salary will reflect your qualifications, relevant experience and proven work-related results.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 You and your dependent family members will be offered reasonable coverage of sickness expenses. Application and recruitment process<\/p>\n