Coordinating Assistant

Purpose of the Position

The Coordinating Assistant will support the Coordinators in executing value chain research, sector analysis, and stakeholder engagement activities. The role requires a blend of technical analysis, organizational support, and stakeholder liaison to ensure smooth delivery of departmental objectives.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Analytical & Research Functions

• Assist in conducting economic and industrial research on selected value chains and manufacturing sectors.
• Compile and analyse data on production, trade, investment, and competitiveness.
• Assist in preparing sector briefs, reports, and presentations for internal and external use.
• Support evidence-based policy advocacy through data-driven insights.

Administrative & Coordination Functions

• Provide backstopping support to the Value Chains and Sectors Coordinator.
• Assist in planning and organising departmental meetings, workshops, and stakeholder engagements.
• Maintain accurate records of sector consultations, reports, and databases.
• Support communication and reporting between the organization and sector associations.

Stakeholder Engagement Functions

• Liaise with industry associations, government, and development partners on value chain initiatives.
• Support the facilitation of multi-stakeholder workshops and roundtables.
• Track and document stakeholder inputs into ongoing sector strategies.

Qualifications and Experience

• A first degree in Economics.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Strong analytical skills with proven ability to work with data, statistics, and economic indicators.