Senior Trade Officer – Mining

The system is open to receive applications until July 24, 2026 at 23:59 hrs (Eastern Time, CANADA Time Zone). Please use an online "time zone converter" to identify the specific closing hour in your country.

Please consider that our application form has several pages to be filled, therefore, please take the time to complete it and correctly submit your application within the deadline.

 

Context

Working in the international business development team of the Embassy of Canada in Lima, under the general direction of the Trade Program Manager, the incumbent will help Canadian firms export to Peru by providing expert guidance and in-market support. Responsibilities of the position include identifying and qualifying business leads for Canadian companies and guiding them in the local market; developing and maintaining a solid network of contacts in the territory; preparing and disseminating market information to Canadian clients to facilitate their entry; initiating, organizing and managing trade and investment promotional activities, advocating for Canadian commercial interests, as well as other priority trade development activities.  

Success in this role requires strong relationship-building skills, a wide network and understanding of market dynamics in the mining sector, and the ability to deliver high-quality services that enable Canadian companies to sell and succeed in Peru. 

Summary of duties

Under the general direction of the Trade Program Manager, the Senior Trade Officer contributes to the delivery of the Trade Program at the Embassy, with specific responsibility for mining and oil & gas, as well as activities related to responsible business conduct (RBC).

The Senior Trade Officer will be responsible for supporting Canada’s participation/interests in commercial opportunities (export, investment in Canada, trade alliances). With respect to RBC, he/she will play an active role promoting best practices, applicable international guidelines and resources, and will proactively engage with industry, stakeholders and experts, to help identify challenges and opportunities faced by Canadian companies in Peru. Responsibilities of the successful candidate will include developing and maintaining strong networks of contacts in both public and private sectors, identifying business leads, acquiring market intelligence, and providing strategic advice to Canadian clients on the local business environment and trade opportunities. He/She will prepare and implement strategic plans (including social media), reports, briefs, speeches and presentations. He/She will maintain an internal database of customer relationship management. He/She will plan and execute events and high-level visits from Canada (including managing budgets, contracts, and staff). He/She will collaborate closely with other Canadian missions, partner bureaus in Headquarters, other government departments, provinces/territories and other Canadian stakeholders. Additional duties include conducting research, preparing communication products including speeches, providing troubleshooting support to Canadian companies, and developing market knowledge in their sector. 

Also, part of the job description, are all other duties that may arise as required by the Trade Program Manager or Head of Mission.

 

Area of Selection/Eligibility
This position is open to:

• Locally-engaged staff of the Embassy of Canada to Peru who meet all the essential qualifications.
• Spouses/dependents of Canada-based staff who meet all the essential qualifications.
• General public who meet all the essential qualifications and who currently reside in Peru, including non-nationals who possess the right to work in Peru.

Please note that the Embassy of Canada to Peru does not sponsor work authorizations directly or indirectly; and does not reimburse any travel costs to and from interviews/exams nor does it reimburse any relocation costs.

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.

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.
• When you apply for the position, you must use a personal e-mail address (not corporate or educational e-mail).
• Do not include personal data such as; age, date of birth, gender, marital status, family status, religion or a picture in your application form. Only include information relevant to the vacancy as requested in the 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.
• 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 the help desk chat located at the bottom of the Application Form, nevertheless, any incomplete application after the closing date will be rejected.
• Candidates are responsible to save a copy of the job poster for future reference (please note it won’t be available after the closing date and the recruitment team won’t be able to provide a copy).  

 

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. Candidates must clearly demonstrate when applying to the position how they meet each of these essential qualifications.   

Education

This position requires:

• Bachelor’s degree from a legally registered institution.

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. 

• Advanced (similar to C1 in the Common European Framework of Reference - CEFR) or higher written and spoken proficiency in English and Spanish.

Experience

• Recent* and significant** experience in business development either in the private or public sector, in one of the following sectors in Peru:  
  • Mining
  • Oil and gas
• Experience in providing strategic advice, briefings, and written reports to management and/or clients on international business issues.
• Significant** experience in organizing and delivering trade promotion events or missions.
• Significant** experience in developing and maintaining networks of business contacts in Peru.
• Significant** experience in gathering market intelligence and using it to assess risk and opportunities.  

*Recent experience is defined as experience obtained within the last 10 years.

**Significant experience is defined as the depth and breadth of experience normally obtained during at least five years of work in a similar role. 

 

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 or in-person) and reference checking. All qualifications must be met.

General knowledge of:

• Peruvian and Canadian government organizations, principal players and local business partners related to the sectors identified under the Experience requirement. 
• Canadian capabilities and expertise, and global industry trends and developments in the sectors already identified. 
• Peru’s business environment and local business practices.
• Economic, social and political issues in Peru, including at a regional level, and of relevance to the sectors already identified.

Competencies:

• Networking and Alliance Building
• Strategic Thinking and Decision Making
• Working with Others and Horizontal Leadership
• Initiative and Action Orientation
• Resilience and Adaptability
• Strong Client Orientation

*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.

• Intermediate (similar to B2 in the CEFR), or higher, written and spoken proficiency in French.
• Experience working for a diplomatic mission (e.g., Embassy) or an international organization (e.g., UN, World Bank, UNESCO, and similar).
• Master’s degree (or higher) in business, politics, international studies, or subject related to the duties of the position.
• Experience in facilitating high-level government visits, business delegations and event coordination.

 

Operational requirements

• Hours of Work: Normal hours of work for this position are in accordance with Locally-Engaged Staff regulations of 37.5 hours per week.
• Availability of working overtime, often on short notice, which may include evenings and weekend.
• Travel: this position may require limited occasional travel domestically and/or internationally.
• Willingness and ability to work in a combination of Peruvian and Canadian statutory holidays, which means you will be required to work on certain Peruvian holidays   

 

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: 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 covering the entire employment period (will be started once the staffing process is completed and may take ~4 weeks)

 

Important Notes:

Carefully review the following:

• Please note that the Embassy of Canada to Peru 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 Peru 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 LES-E-Recruitment-MXICO@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 Peru,  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.