Ref.
2024/LETAFTDOTGB/10931
Job offer type
Experts
Type of contract
Service contract
Deadline date
2024/04/14 23:55
Duration of the assignment
Long term
Duration
12 mois renouvelable
Legal expert - Technical assistance for the development of the GI "Armenian Brandy" (M/W)
Departement Economie Durable et Inclusive - EDIN > Pôle Entreprenariat et Innovation
Published on : 2024/03/22
ASIE
ARMENIA
Mission description
In the framework of a tendering process, Expertise France is currently recruiting a Legal expert, which will work in coordination with the Team leader and two other experts:
- Quality control and laboratory expert
- Production and technical expert
Under the supervision and in close collaboration with the headquarters of Expertise France, the main team of experts will be responsible for following activities (non-exhaustive list):
- GI Definition and Registration
- Legal and Regulatory Framework
- Quality Control System Design
- Brand Identity and Marketing Strategy
- Producer Engagement and Capacity Building
Project or context description
This project aims to support the Armenian brandy industry by establishing a unique Geographical Indication (GI) system. It will define the specific production zone, grape varieties, and methods, ensuring quality through robust controls and defining laboratory infrastructure requirements. A distinct brand identity and targeted marketing strategy will prepare the positioning of Armenian brandy competitively in both domestic and international markets. Through legal protection and producer training, the project aims to safeguard authenticity and empower producers, ultimately boosting the Armenian economy and preserving its cultural heritage.
Required profile
Qualifications and skills
- Master's degree in Law, preferably with specialization in Intellectual Property Law (IP).
- Fluent English skills,
- Knowledge of Armenian or Russian is considered an asset.
General professional experience
- Minimum 8 years of experience in legal practice, with at least 3 years focusing on IP law.
- Experience collaborating including technical experts, policymakers, and business stakeholders.
Specific professional experience
- Experience working with GIs and relevant international agreements. (Lisbon Agreement, TRIPS Agreement).
- Experience in countries that do not apply GI type of legislation, but other types of IPs such as trademarks.
- Experience in drafting and reviewing legal documents related to GI registration, protection and enforcement.
- Experience in advising clients on compliance with national and international GI regulations.
Additional information
Duration of the project : 2 years
Start date: Mid-June
Selection criteria for applications
The selection process for candidates will be based on the following criteria :
- Candidate’s training/diplomas related to the expert assignment
- Candidate’s experiences linked with the expert mission
- Candidate’s understanding of cooperation project stakes
Deadline for application : 2024/04/14 23:55
Expertise France is the public agency for designing and implementing international technical cooperation projects. The agency operates around four key priorities :
- democratic, economic, and financial governance ;
- peace, stability, and security ;
- climate, agriculture, and sustainable development ;
- health and human development ;
In these areas, Expertise France conducts capacity-building initiatives and manages project implementation, leveraging technical expertise and acting as a project coordinator. This involves combining public sector expertise with private sector skills to drive impactful results.