Trade & Market Systems Manager Job at TechnoServe

TechnoServe works with enterprising people in the developing world to build competitive farms, businesses, and industries. We are a non-profit organization that develops business solutions to poverty by linking people to information, capital, and markets. Our work is rooted in the idea that given the opportunity, hardworking men and women in even the poorest places can generate income, jobs, and wealth for their families and communities. With more than four decades of proven results, we believe in the power of private enterprise to transform lives.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Trade & Market Systems Manager
Requisition number: TRADE004939
Job Location: Abuja / Lagos / Oyo
Job type: Full-time
Job category: Programs
Reports to: Program Manager

Job Summary

• We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Trade & Market System Manager to direct the project's efforts in optimizing fisheries trade in Nigeria. 
• This role requires a team lead with a very good understanding of international and regional trade dynamics, market systems analysis, and the ability to translate complex data into actionable policy and business recommendations.

Program / Practice / Department Overview

• The AquaTrade project is designed to create jobs within Nigeria's fisheries value chain for women and youths by providing capacity building training and facilitating access to market and finance with the aim of boosting trade in fish and value-added fish products.

Primary Functions & Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth analyses of national and regional trade policies, market access barriers, and value chain inefficiencies, focusing on ECOWAS, AfCFTA, and WTO frameworks.
• Develop trade strategies to enhance the competitiveness of Nigerian fisheries products in regional and international markets.
• Monitor and analyze global fisheries market trends and their potential impact on Nigeria.
• Identify and address barriers to cross-border trade, including customs procedures, sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) measures, and logistical constraints.
• Design and implement interventions to improve market linkages and reduce transaction costs.
• Utilize statistical software and economic modeling techniques to analyze trade data and generate actionable insights.
• Work with stakeholders to streamline trade processes and enhance regional integration.
• Assess market structures, value chains, and trade flows to identify bottlenecks and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop market information systems to support informed decision-making by fishers, traders, and processors.
• Work closely with government agencies, private sector associations, regional economic communities and prepare high-quality reports, policy briefs, and presentations for stakeholders.
• Lead and mentor junior analysts and provide training and technical assistance to stakeholders on trade-related issues.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Agricultural Economics, International Trade, or a related field and 7 years of experience in trade and market analysis, preferably in the fisheries or agricultural sector. Alternatively a Master’s degree and 5 years of experience
• Proven expertise in analyzing regional trade agreements (ECOWAS, AfCFTA, WTO) and cross-border trade facilitation.
• Strong quantitative skills and proficiency in statistical software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience with at least two previous assignments related to trade and market analysis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in West Africa, including Nigeria.
• Knowledge of fisheries management and value chains.
• Publications in peer-reviewed journals or policy briefs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of international trade theory and practice.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong project management skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• 1 -3 Market Analysts

Note

• This position is contingent upon the activity award and approval by the donor.
• We encourage all qualified individuals who share TechnoServe's vision of improving the lives of others through proven business solutions to apply.