The Program

Aus4Growth (A4G) is a partnership between Australia and Vietnam and aims to close gaps in policy and practice to support enhanced economic growth, trade and investment, clean energy and transport, inclusion, and digital acceleration.

Building on previous programs - Aus4Reform and Aus4Transport - A4G integrates emerging initiatives in energy, trade, inclusion, and digital. A4G will directly support the priorities of the Australia - Vietnam Development Partnership Plan 2025-2030 and the Australia-Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (March 2024).

The Opportunity

During the Inception Phase, the Technical Specialist - Trade will provide support and oversight in the design, implementation, and management of program activities within the Trade Domain, ensuring alignment with Aus4Growth objectives as well as Government of Vietnam (GoV) and DFAT priorities.

Working closely with the A4G Team Leader, Delivery Co-Leads, Domain Teams, and GoV partners, this position will play a pivotal role in identifying key areas for intervention, shaping strategic direction, and overseeing the execution of the projects and program activities, including the early activities identified in the initial Domain Strategies. They will also contribute to early engagement with GoV counterparts and help shape activities that support the development and agreement of Subsidiary Agreements. In addition, the Technical Specialist will provide ongoing technical advice to refine and develop priority focus areas, ensuring evidence-based, high-impact interventions.

A core responsibility of the role is to foster strong relationships with GoV ministries and agencies, leveraging their expertise, networks, and deep understanding of the Vietnamese economic landscape to enhance collaboration, policy engagement, and alignment around Subsidiary Agreement development.

About You

• Advance degree in a relevant field such as economics, public policy, international development, or a sector-specific discipline
• Proven experience leading and managing trade/economic development projects or policies, preferably in the context of international development
• Strong background in trade policy, Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiation and implementation. Experience in international economic integration and Vietnam's FTA is an advantage
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex economic and policy concepts into actionable plans
• Proficiency in ODA project management, including planning, implementation, and monitoring ensuring program effectiveness and impact
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence diverse audiences, including senior government officials, donors, and program partners
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment, fostering teamwork and cross-sectoral coordination

For more information and how to apply, please contact Karen Richardson on her email richardson.karen@bcg.com