Senior Trade Officer

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) is a worldwide network of professionals in international business development (IBD), with preferred access to business knowledge and contacts, who are committed to advancing Canadian commercial and economic interests abroad. The TCS provides strategic market information and market access solutions to Canadian companies looking to export, invest abroad, or develop innovation and R&D partnerships. The TCS also assists foreign companies planning to invest in Canada or current investors looking to expand their operations in Canada.

This position contributes to the delivery of the IBD program at the Embassy of Canada to Thailand by delivering services to clients in accordance with TCS policies and guidelines, and Government of Canada policies and priorities for international trade, investment, and innovation. All Government of Canada employee activities are governed by the Government of Canada’s Code of Values and Ethics.

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Trade Commissioner or other Trade Commissioner, the Senior Trade Officer’s major responsibilities include:

• Promoting trade, investment, and innovation collaboration between Canada and Thailand. 

• Conducting research and analysis of trends, local developments, and emerging opportunities to promote and advance Canadian commercial interests for the sector of responsibility in Thailand. 

• Engaging in activities to advance market access and export development for the sector of responsibility, including understanding, analyzing and reporting on trade policy issues, developing potential advocacy strategies, and facilitating regulatory collaboration. 

•  Providing advice, expertise and recommendations to the Senior Trade Commissioner and/or Head of Mission as the focal point of contact on trade opportunities, program implementation, policies, market intelligence and official visits and events. 

•  Fostering strategic alliances, including developing and maintaining a network of local and international business contacts, like-minded partners, and identifying key business leads to introduce Canadian businesses to potential commercial opportunities. 

•  Providing strategic advice and services to support Canadian clients pursuing business development activities in Thailand, such as but not limited to, advocacy and troubleshooting. 

•  Performing other related duties that support the overall work of the Trade Program, such as planning high-level visits, business missions, writing strategic briefing notes, reporting, presentations and administrative functions. 

 

AREA OF SELECTION

 

All employees of the Embassy of Canada to Thailand and the general public who meet all the essential requirements and who currently possess the right to work in Thailand. 

Please note that the Embassy of Canada to Thailand does not sponsor work authorizations directly or indirectly. 

The Government of Canada is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse sections of the community. Candidates will be considered based on merit. Our organization offers an inclusive workplace where respect, teamwork, and collaboration are part of our culture. Canada’s missions abroad are committed to promoting and supporting an environment free from harassment and discrimination, as well as encouraging and supporting employees to learn and develop their skills and competencies. 

 

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

All essential qualifications will be assessed. Methods of assessments and screening of candidates may include but are not limited to: verification of credentials, resume and letters of presentation; interviews, exams and practical tests; presentations or other types of assessments. 

*Language will be assessed further during the process. 

 

Education

This position requires:

• A Bachelor's Degree or Undergraduate diploma from a legally recognized Post Secondary Institution in commerce, international business, finance, and economics, or an acceptable combination of education, training and work experience. or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.*

 

Note: Candidates will be required to provide proof of their education

 

Language

The Following languages and proficiency levels are required for this job. Candidates will be formally assessed or requested to provide proof of certification on these levels. 

 

Experience

In order to perform the duties relevant to this job, the following experience is required.

Minimum five years of recent relevant experience in all of the following areas:

• International business development; 
• Experience in developing relationships with clients and stakeholders, including preparing for and conducting meetings with internal and external contacts; 
• Experience in planning programs with minimal supervision for the following: clients and partners, high-profile visits, trade shows, roundtable networking events, trade delegations; 
• Experience in providing strategic advice, briefings and written reports to management and/or clients on international business issues relating to one or more of the priority sections of the Embassy: Agriculture, Information and Communication Technologies, Infrastructure, Clean Technology, Defence and Security, and Science, Technology and Innovation/Education. 

 

RATED REQUIREMENTS 

The Rated Requirements are part of the essential qualifications and are relating to knowledge, abilities and competencies. Methods of assessment for rated requirements may include, but are not limited to, a written examination, an oral interview (online pre-recorded/live or in-person), role-play, practical tests, presentations and/or psychometric assessment. 

 

Competencies

• Organization and Contextual Knowledge:

  • Knowledge of business market opportunities and local business practices in Thailand. 

  • Knowledge of the Government of Canada’s priorities and approach related to international business development. 

• Theoretical Knowledge: Knowledge of international business development practices, including excellence in client service delivery, market research and competitive intelligence gathering. 

• Client Orientation: Ability to manage client and stakeholder relationships and provide client service support to customers.  

• Organization and Coordination: Excellent judgment to set priorities, decision-making, plan, organize and implement plans with minimum direction.   

• Networking and alliance building: Ability to engage with key contacts and form networks, including through social media networking and research. 

• Resilience and adaptability: Including flexibility to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines. 

• Working with Others and Horizontal Leadership

 

*For more information on competencies: Competency Dictionary

 

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

Preference may be given to candidates who meet the Asset Qualifications. Where applicable, candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet any asset qualifications.

• Experience working within a diplomatic mission or international organization
• Knowledge of the agricultural market in Thailand from a business development perspective (including innovation and investment) along with market access and regulatory
• Understanding of Canadian agricultural industry dynamics such as priority sectors and export demand trends along with capabilities across the provinces and territories
• Ability to speak and write in French
• Master’s level degree in a related field, including but not limited to commerce and international business

 

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Operational requirements will be assessed on a ``meet/does not meet`` basis and can be used to determine right fit of a candidate for the position.

• Working hours are Monday to Thursday, 08:00-16:30 and 08:00-13:00 on Fridays
• Must be available for occasional duties outside normal working hours (i.e. evenings and weekends); and
• May be required to travel on occasion.

 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Conditions of employment must be met or complied with before being appointed to a particular position. They are to be maintained throughout the employment period.

• Valid work authorization: Ability to obtain and hold a valid work authorization covering the entire employment period.
• Security screening: Obtain and maintain a Reliability Status (security level) which includes a criminal and credit background check from the Government of Canada. 
• Other conditions of Employment:
  • Candidates must provide proof of right to work in Thailand, if they are not Thai nationals. Be able to work legally in Thailand at the time of application.

 

HOW TO APPLY

Follow the below instructions to ensure your application can be considered. 

• You must submit your application using the "Apply online" function. Only applications submitted via VidCruiter will be considered, unless a valid reason is presented and accepted prior to the closing date.
• Do not include personal data such as; age, date of birth, gender, marital status, family status, religion or a picture in your application form, CV nor cover letter (as required). Only include information relevant to the vacancy as requested in the above job poster.
• You must clearly demonstrate in answering the screening questions how you meet the qualifications of the vacancy. You must provide concrete and detailed examples that clearly explain where, when, and how you gained the qualification in each question box. Global Affairs Canada cannot make any assumptions about your studies nor experience. No additional information will be sought beyond what you submit in your online application.
• Candidates may be required to upload a CV and/or a cover letter in English or French. These documents may (or may not) be used as a secondary source to validate the answers to the screening questions.
• Applications which do not include all the requested documents or information and/or which are not received by the closing date will be rejected.
• Candidates who are unable to submit their application due to technical difficulties must report these to CSDPIP.Candidates-CandidatesetCandidats.PPSCIP@international.gc.ca prior to the closing date. Failure to do so will result in the application being rejected.
• *If you are in a partially or fully qualified pool for a similar position with our mission, please include the process number and all relevant details in your application.

 

IMPORTANT NOTES

Carefully review the following:

• Please note that the Embassy of Canada to Thailand does not sponsor work authorizations directly or indirectly.
• Only applications submitted in one of the official languages of Canada will be accepted (English or French).
• Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidates to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.
• Candidates must provide an email address that accepts email from unknown users and regularly check their email, including spam folder.
• Reference checks may be sought for candidates.
• Please note that the Embassy of Canada to Thailand does not reimburse any travel costs to and from interviews/exams nor does it reimburse any relocation costs.
• Before an offer of employment can be made, successful candidates must provide a local residence address as proof of residence in the specified area of selection. This information is necessary to issue a letter of offer.
• We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated (during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact us at CSDPIP.Candidates-CandidatesetCandidats.PPSCIP@international.gc.ca to request specialized accommodation (a modification made to the standard assessment conditions, allowing individuals with disabilities to demonstrate their abilities on an assessment by removing barriers related to their specific needs). All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
• The results of this selection process may also be used to establish one or more pools of fully or partially qualified candidates for similar term, indeterminate, part-time or full-time openings at the Embassy of Canada to Thailand,  which might arise following the completion of this selection process.
• For Canadian citizens/residents and Canadian dual nationals, please note that it is your responsibility to enquire with the Canada Revenue Agency about any possible taxation implications linked to an employment with the Government of Canada.
• The Government of Canada has established a multiple step salary scale as well as Terms and Conditions tailored to each country’s local labor environment. The Government of Canada does not negotiate salaries. Competitive benefits in line with local practices for each country are also provided in the gross compensation package.