Officer for the Implementation of the AANZFTA Agreement

The Officer supports the implementation of the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Area (AANZFTA) Agreement by conducting research, providing technical support, coordinating meetings, and assisting in public communications to enhance economic relations and monitor agreement implementation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting research, technical support, and substantive analyses to support the implementation of the AANZFTA Agreement.
• Support the preparation of discussion papers, policy papers, progress reports, and Chair’s report related to the AANZFTA Agreement, SEOM-CER and AEM-CER Consultations.
• Support and coordinate follow-up actions and decisions of the FJC, EC-SC and other relevant subsidiary bodies, SEOM-CER and AEM-CER Consultations.
• Support the preparation of necessary documents for the meetings of the AEM-CER, SEOM-CER, and AANZFTA Joint Committee, including intersessional meetings and other ASEAN meetings as necessary.
• Support the preparation of agendas, concept notes, recommendation papers, reports, and statements of meetings for adoption.
• Assist in the preparation of discussion papers and policy papers as background materials for deliberations.
• Support follow-up on actions and decisions arising from meetings of the FJC, ECSC, and other relevant subsidiary bodies, SEOM-CER, and AEM-CER Consultations.
• Support coordination and communication between the AANZFTA Joint Committee and its subsidiary bodies.
• Provide other necessary support to enhance economic relations and assist in monitoring the implementation of the AANZFTA Agreement.
• Support coordination of the FJC and AIS facility in developing the AANZFTA Strategic Directions and Priorities (ASDP).
• Support managing the Three-Year Rolling Strategic Plans by relevant subsidiary bodies to be reported to the FJC.
• Provide inputs and quality control for reports under the AANZFTA Agreement.
• Support development of documents and/or materials for the participation of the ASEAN Secretariat at seminars, workshops, and training courses as required.
• Respond to inquiries from researchers/private sectors/public sectors.
• Support preparation of communication materials including press release, joint media statements, public reports, as necessary.
• Support coordination of the maintenance of the content of AANZFTA website and reports on AANZFTA website analytics to identify opportunities for enhancement.
• Support coordination with the RT4D facility to map out and plan annual communication activities.
• Support coordination with the RT4D facility and relevant desk officers in managing information sharing related to AANZFTA implementation, AISP project output through the AANZFTA website.
• Support to respond to enquiries from researchers/private sectors/public sectors.
• Ensure that the information and documents are uploaded into AANZFTA’s website in a timely manner.
• Support preparation of first draft of press releases as necessary.
• Support the enhancement of economic relations and monitor the implementation of the AANZFTA Agreement.
• Support and coordinate ASEAN Secretariat in various meetings and/or events related to ASEAN-Australia and ASEAN-New Zealand relations to support effective implementation of the AANZFTA Agreement.
• Provide other necessary ASEAN Secretariat support as required.

Requirements

• Advanced university (Master’s or equivalent degree) in the area of International Economics, International Trade, or International Trade and Investment Law or an appropriate related field or discipline; and/or Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of two (2) years progressive work experience in relevant area.
• Demonstrated knowledge and policy, research, and technical skills in the relevant area and ability to acquire them.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to write and develop ideas in a structured, logical, concise, and efficient manner.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, monitor and review policy and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organise tasks and workflows, meticulous, with proven ability for accuracy under pressure and adherence to deadlines.
• Strong written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills, including experience in cross-cultural environment and international settings.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain sound working relationships with stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to collaborative work practices.
• Strong administrative capabilities.
• Competency in computer skills with adequate knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook where relevant to the position.
• Sound command of English, written and spoken.

Skills

• International economics
• International Trade
• International Trade Law
• Policy Development
• Policy Implementation
• Policy Monitoring
• Research Skills
• Technical Support
• Strategic Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Report Writing
• Workflow Planning
• Task Organization
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Cross-Cultural Communication
• Administrative Skills
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Outlook

Languages

English