Senior Trade Officer

Two positions will be staffed, with similar duties, but covering different sectors, namely: 

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SUMMARY OF DUTIES

 

The Embassy of Canada to Indonesia is seeking dedicated and dynamic individuals to work as a Senior Trade Officer, primarily with Canadian and Indonesian companies to support Canadian exports to Indonesia.

Working under the direct supervision of the Senior Trade Commissioner or other Trade Commissioner at the Embassy of Canada to Indonesia, the Senior Trade Officer’s main responsibilities include:

 

• Engaging in activities to advance market access and export development for the relevant Canadian sector(s), including understanding, analyzing and reporting on trade policy issues, developing potential advocacy strategies, and facilitating regulatory collaboration, in the context of the implementation of the Canada-Indonesia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) signed in September 2025. 
• Conducting research and analysis of trends, local developments, and emergent opportunities to promote and advance Canada’s export interests in goods and services in Indonesia.
• Providing advice, expertise and recommendations to the Senior Trade Commissioner and/or Head of Mission (i.e. Ambassador) as the focal point of contact on trade opportunities, program implementation, policies, market intelligence and official visits and events in sectors of responsibility. 
• 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 opportunities in Indonesia.
• Providing strategic advice and services to support Canadian companies (i.e. “clients”) pursuing business development activities in Indonesia, including but not limited to, advocacy and troubleshooting.
• Planning and implementing strategic annual business plans and activities that are aligned with key Government of Canada goals, objectives, and policies.  
• 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

This selection process is open to internal and external applicants legally residing in Indonesia at the time of interview and appointment and to mission (“Embassy of Canada”) employees occupying an indeterminate position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Indonesia. 

The Government of Canada is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse sections of the community. Candidates will be considered on merit regardless of ethnic origin, religious belief, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability or other factor. 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. 

 

Education

These positions require:

 

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.

A minimum of four (4) years’ recent experience (i.e., within the last six years) in the following:

• Experience in providing strategic advice, oral briefings, and written reports to management or foreign companies on international business and trade issues in Indonesia.
• Experience in developing and managing relationships with foreign companies and stakeholders, including preparing for and conducting meetings with key contacts in Indonesia.
• Experience in international business development, including developing, planning, and coordinating international trade events (e.g., trade shows, roundtable or networking events) and business missions (e.g., trade delegation) with minimal supervision.

 

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of the Indonesian business environment, as well as international trade and investment opportunities for foreign businesses in Indonesia.
• Knowledge of international business development practices, including excellence in client service delivery, market research and competitive intelligence gathering.

 

Abilities: 

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to analyze business information to identify export opportunities and provide strategic and expert advice to clients, in writing or orally, including on the regulatory environment in Indonesia.
• Ability to advance foreign commercial interests through negotiating market access or market development efforts.

 

Competencies

All competencies will be assessed. All competencies must be met prior to appointment. 

• Analytical Thinking 
  • Strategic Thinking and Decision Making
• Achieving Results 
  • Initiative and Action Oriented
• Communication and Relations 
  • Networking and Alliance Building
• Teamwork and Leadership 
  • Working with Others and Horizontal Leadership
• Fundamental Behaviours 
  • Client Orientation
• Fundamental Behaviours 
  • Resilience and Adaptability

 

*For more information on competencies: Competency Dictionary

 

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

The role supports key priority sectors, including Position no.1: Agriculture and Agri-food, Fish and Seafood, and Position no.2: Ocean Technologies, and Maritime Defense and Security. Preference may be given to the candidates with the following asset qualifications:

• Experience within a diplomatic mission, international organization or foreign company operating in Indonesia.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally in French, at the beginner level.

For position 1: 

• Experience in project management related to Agriculture and Agri-food, or to Fish and Seafood, involving managing multiple priorities with tight deadlines. 
• Experience in international business development related to the Agriculture and Agri-food sector, or to the Fish and Seafood sector.
• Knowledge of Canada’s Agriculture and Agri-food or Fish and Seafood sectors, businesses, geographic regions, economic strengths, and export interests.
• Ability to advise on Indonesian regulations and import requirements for Agriculture and Agri-food, or Fish and Seafood products.

For position 2:

• Experience in international business development related to ocean technologies; or to defense and security (any sub-sector of defence and security; does not have to be related to maritime-specific defence and security); or to aerospace; or to life sciences; or to medical technologies.

 

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 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Work hours from Monday to Thursday are 7:30 am – 4:15 pm and on Friday from 7:30 am – 1:00 pm, with the option to work remotely one day per week.
• Must be willing to travel within Indonesia and internationally; and 
• Must be available for occasional duties outside normal working hours (i.e. evenings and weekends).

 

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. 
  • To be considered for employment at the embassy, candidates must be legally authorized to work in Indonesia in accordance with Indonesian law. 
• Security screening: Obtain and maintain a Reliability Status (security level) which includes a criminal and credit background check from the Government of Canada. 

 

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 Indonesia 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 Indonesia 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 Indonesia,  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 Canadian 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.