Trade and Investment Promotion Advisors / Tourism and Economic Develop

Job Description

Imagine working for a truly global company whose 45,000 employees share a singular passion: to make the world a better place. We enjoy what we do at AECOM. We bring projects to life in the cities and communities in which we work, and we’re driven by a set of values and a common purpose - to create, enhance and sustain the world’s built, natural and social environments. Innovation is built into every project we manage and every community we serve. We’ll provide you support in an environment that allows you to grow and succeed. Come share your passion with us.

Government
AECOM’s Global Support Services (GSS) organization resides within AECOM’s Government business line and is comprised of three divisions - International Development, Operations and Mission Support, and Global Programs. GSS has the international presence, personnel networks and procurement infrastructure to deliver support for any mission, anywhere. We optimize the reliability, availability and sustainability of equipment, logistics systems and facilities for clients around the world. GSS supports the U.S. Government, non-U.S. Governments and industry clients with worldwide program management, planning, design, operations and maintenance, logistics, aviation services, security, international development, environmental and civil engineering and mission and intelligence support.
AECOM International Development is seeking Economic Development Experts for two upcoming USAID-funded opportunities in Egypt. The first opportunity is an anticipated Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) intended to increase trade and investment in Egypt. The second opportunity is an anticipated multi-year project aiming to promote sustainable investment in tourism for Egypt. This project will work with local communities and government counterparts to improve infrastructure in and around cultural site, human resources development in the tourism industry, product diversification, marketing and tourism sector governance. Individuals with the following background skills and experience are encouraged to apply:

• Entrepreneurship
• Small and Medium Enterprises (SME)
• Trade Enhancement
• Investment Promotion
• Private sector competitiveness experts
• Community development especially in touristic areas
• Tourism product development specialists
• Tourism marketing specialists
• Facilitating private sector engagement in the delivery of tourism products and services
• Legal/policy reform experts
• Workforce development specialists
• Human resources and training in hospitality
• Communications specialists
• Youth and gender
• USAID project administration & management, rules & regulations, and monitoring and evaluation systems

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field;
• At least 7 years of international development experience, preferably on USAID-funded programs;
• At least 5 years of experience in one of the fields listed above; and,
• Spoken and written working ability in English.
  

• Arabic fluency is highly desirable

To apply, please send all CVs or resumes to Egypt.Recruitment001@gmail.com with the position name in the subject line.

AECOM is a place where you can put your innovative thinking and business skills into high gear and work alongside other highly intelligent and motivated people. It's a place where you can apply your skills to some of the world's most challenging, interesting, and meaningful projects worldwide. It's a place that values the diversity of our areas of practice and our people. It's what makes AECOM a great place to work and grow.

AECOM is an equal opportunity employer and Minorities, Females, Veterans, and Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. For further information, please click here to view the EEO Is The Law poster.

About the Organization

AECOM International Development is a global economic and infrastructure development firm promoting higher living standards in emerging markets, through the provision of high-quality technical advisory services to governments and the private sector. AECOM is a member of the 32,000-strong AECOM family. This allows us to tap into a wide network of professional technical and management support service expertise. In return, we provide AECOM with fresh perspectives and opportunities in the area of international development. This partnership has expanded our project base while further improving the quality of our services. AECOM serves as the focal point for AECOM’s sustainable development services in the fast-growing emerging markets sector, providing support services to United States government agencies, multi- and bilateral donors, and private sector clients worldwide. AECOM currently has more than 400 pro­fessionals in 60 countries working in economic growth, environment and regional development, industrial and commercial area development, democracy and governance, humanitarian response and stabilization, and infrastructure and facilities. AECOM was formed by the combination of PADCO, a Washington, DC-based AECOM subsidiary, and TSG, an Arlington, Virginia, international development services firm. AECOM International Development offers clients a broad array of technical expertise and access to the global knowledge and local networks of AECOM’s worldwide operations of 32,000 employees and annual revenues in excess of $4.2 billion. AECOM will draw on global excellence in a wide range of business areas, including AECOM’s renowned environment, transportation, and engineering practices, and will continue to deliver the high-quality results that reflect the proud histories of both PADCO and TSG.