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Not Applicable Specialism Managed Services & Summary At PwC, our people in project portfolio management focus on optimising project portfolios to drive strategic business outcomes. These individuals oversee project selection, prioritisation, and resource allocation to facilitate successful project delivery. In project management at PwC, you will oversee and coordinate various projects to facilitate successful delivery within budget and timeline. You will leverage strong organisational and communication skills to effectively manage teams and stakeholders. & Summary A career within Advisory, PwC has a large team that focuses on transformation in Government through Digital inclusion. The open position is for a candidate who desires to work with government as well as private sector clients and bring about a change in society. A successful candidate will be expected to work proactively and effectively on multiple client engagements over the period and take ownership of the entire project delivery he/she entrusted with. Responsibilities Trade Policy and Agreements Analyze and advise on Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and Preferential Trade Agreements (PTAs), including their economic impacts, tariff schedules, rules of origin, and nontariff measures. Support negotiations and implementation strategies for bilateral and regional trade agreements (e.g., IndiaUK FTA, CEPA with UAE). Trade Facilitation Design and implement trade facilitation strategies to reduce trade costs, streamline customs procedures, and enhance logistics efficiency, aligning with frameworks like the WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA). Trade Statistics and Analysis Leverage trade databases (e.g., UN Comtrade, WITS) to analyze trade flows, value chains, and economic indicators such as bilateral trade volumes, trade balances, and Global Value Chain (GVC) participation. Ensure accurate interpretation of HS codes, trade in services, and intellectual property rights (IPRs). Trade Routes and Logistics Assess established trade routes (e.g., IndiaUAE, IndiaUK) and logistics networks to optimize supply chain efficiency. Provide insights on reexport hubs, port infrastructure, and multimodal connectivity. Economic and Policy Advisory Conduct macroeconomic and sectoral analyses, including costbenefit assessments of trade policies, impact evaluations of FTAs, and trade competitiveness studies for clients such as governments, stateowned enterprises, and donors (e.g., World Bank, ADB). Stakeholder Engagement Collaborate with government bodies (e.g., Ministry of Commerce, DGFT), international organizations, and private sector clients to align trade strategies with national priorities and global standards. Project Management Lead endtoend project delivery, ensuring highquality outputs, client satisfaction, and adherence to timelines. Mandatory skill sets Indepth knowledge of trade facilitation frameworks (e.g., WTO TFA) and customs modernization. Proficiency in trade statistics, including HS code classifications, balance of payments, and services trade (e.g., IPRs, royalties). Strong understanding of FTAs/PTAs, including tariff and nontariff measures, rules of origin, and economic modeling (e.g., CGE models). Familiarity with trade routes, logistics, and reexport dynamics (e.g., UAE s role as a reexport hub) Preferred skill sets Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills to engage with senior government officials, Csuite executives, and international partners. Strong analytical and problemsolving abilities with a focus on delivering clientcentric outcomes. Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and manage complex projects under tight deadlines. Years of experience required 10+ years of relevant experience in international trade, trade policy, or economic consulting, preferably with governments, multilateral agencies, or consulting firms. Demonstrated expertise in trade facilitation, trade statistics, and FTAs/PTAs. Experience with trade databases (e.g., WITS, UN Comtrade) and GVC analysis is highly desirable. Education qualification Master s degree or PhD in Economics, International Trade, International Relations, Public Policy, or a related field. Education Degrees/Field of Study required Master Degree Degrees/Field of Study preferred Required Skills International Trading Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Agile Methodology, Analytical Thinking, Business Case Development, Business Process Improvement, Change Control Processes, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Costing, Creativity, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, IT Project Lifecycle, Kanban (Project Management), Learning Agility, Optimism, Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M), Process Mapping, Process Standardization, Professional Courage {+ 28 more} Travel Requirements Government Clearance Required?
