Job Description
The Trade Commissioner Service based at the Consulate General of Canada in Miami is looking for a dedicated and dynamic individual to work as a Senior Trade Officer. We work mainly with Canadian and US companies to support Canadian exports to Florida, Puerto Rico and the United States Virgin Islands (our territory of responsibility), promote direct investment in Canada, and facilitate innovation partnerships.
Senior Trade Officers are typically assigned a business sector(s) and provide business services and advice to Canadian companies that are active in that sector(s). Senior Trade Officers proactively develop and maintain a comprehensive network of local business contacts, identify and share business leads with Canadian clients, develop business plans for their assigned sector(s), organize and deliver events or other activities to promote Canada's trade and innovation capabilities including, for example, business missions between Canada and our territory of responsibility that focus on business-to-business matchmaking. In addition, Senior Trade Officers are also expected to manage their allocated budgets, work collaboratively with colleagues and meet performance targets and outcomes.
Senior Trade Officers must acquire knowledge of the commercial and economic characteristics of their market(s) related to their assigned sector(s), which includes knowledge of: activities and interests of local companies; products, services and technology; business trends; regulations and government priorities; business processes and procedures; and import patterns. In addition, Senior Trade Officers must acquire knowledge of Canadian commercial capabilities in their sector(s) through regular engagement with key contacts in Canada. Assigned sectors can change as local economics warrant and new technologies and priorities emerge.
Candidates who apply to this selection process will be considered for the specific job that is currently available as well as potential future vacancies. Should a position become available, applicants who have qualified through this process may be offered employment.
AREA OF SELECTION
This selection process is open to all applicants, who are residing and legally authorized to work in USA, who meet all the essential qualifications and whose applications are received by the closing date.
Please note that the Consulate General of Canada in Miami 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 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.
For more information and/or to apply, please follow this link:
https://staffing-les.international.gc.ca/en/careers/senior-trade-officer-miami-bec9cf87-en