International Trade Expert

Peak Skills Africa

Management & Business Development

We are seeking a highly experienced and knowledgeable International Trade Expert based in Nigeria to support the implementation of our AfCFTA Business Expansion Program . This professional will play a key role in delivering training, policy interpretation, advisory services, and hands-on support to businesses looking to export from Nigeria and foreign companies seeking to import into Nigeria under the AfCFTA and other trade frameworks.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of international trade laws , AfCFTA protocols , Nigerian export/import regulations , and a proven track record of guiding companies through market entry and cross-border trade processes .

✅ Key Responsibilities 1. Training & Curriculum Delivery

• Design and deliver high-quality training modules on:
• AfCFTA structures, protocols, and tariff schedules
• Exporting from Nigeria: documentation, compliance, logistics
• Importing into Nigeria: regulatory bodies, duties, and port clearance
• Facilitate workshops and seminars for SMEs and multinational clients

2. Trade Advisory & Consulting

• Provide technical advice to clients on:
• Choosing the right trade framework (AfCFTA, ECOWAS ETLS, AGOA, etc.)
• Customs procedures, HS codes, tariff applications, and NTBs
• Trade finance, export promotion incentives, and risk mitigation
• Support clients with end-to-end trade planning, documentation, and execution

3. Regulatory Navigation

• Interpret and apply trade laws, Nigerian Customs regulations, NEPC procedures, NAFDAC/SON standards, and import-export policies
• Liaise with relevant trade bodies and regulatory agencies on behalf of clients

4. Policy & Market Analysis

• Monitor changes in Nigeria’s trade policies and AfCFTA developments
• Provide regular insights and reports on intra-African trade flows, tariffs, and regulatory updates

5. Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strategic relationships with:
• Government and trade agencies (NEPC, NCS, CAC, FMITI, etc.)
• Chambers of commerce, customs brokers, ports authorities
• Regional AfCFTA secretariat and continental trade support organizations

? Required Qualifications & Experience Education:

• Master’s degree (or higher) in International Trade, International Business, Economics, Law, or a related field
• Relevant certifications (e.g., ITC Certified Trainer, WTO Trade Policy Certificate) are a strong plus

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in:
• Export/import operations
• Trade policy analysis or implementation
• International trade compliance
• Working with trade support institutions (e.g., NEPC, NCS, Afreximbank, AfCFTA Secretariat)
• Demonstrable experience providing training, consulting, or project support in trade-related initiatives
• Experience working with SMEs, multinationals, or trade facilitation projects in Africa

Technical Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of:
• AfCFTA agreement , protocols on trade in goods/services, RoO, and dispute settlement mechanisms
• Nigerian export documentation and procedures
• Tariff schedules, HS codes, ECOWAS Trade Liberalization Scheme (ETLS)
• Trade barriers, NTBs, quotas, permits, and trade facilitation tools
• Strong command of trade finance instruments, INCOTERMS, customs valuation principles, and cross-border logistics

Desired Attributes

• Strong public speaking, presentation, and facilitation skills
• Ability to simplify complex regulations into actionable insights
• Exceptional writing and documentation abilities
• Policy-minded with a practical, business-oriented approach
Culturally aware, regionally connected, and impact-driven

Application Instructions

Qualified candidates should send:

• A detailed CV
• A cover letter highlighting relevant trade projects and impact
• Any supporting evidence (e.g., training decks, client references)

To: [email protected]

Subject: Application – International Trade Expert – Nigeria

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