This position is part of the Colombo-based Implementation Team which is responsible for: (i) defining and implementing the intervention strategy; (ii) overall project coordination and monitoring; (iii) stakeholder’s information and consultation; and (iv) the administrative and financial management of the project.

Under the supervision of the Technical Coordinator and the direct management of the Sustainable Business Specialist, the Trade and Investment Specialist will lead the implementation of all activities of the Facility directly related to supporting the Government of Sri Lanka (GOSL) in trade and investment in general and the promotion of European Foreign Direct Investments (FDI) in particular. The Trade and Investment Specialist will also proactively facilitate public policy dialogue around these initiatives.

Indicative generic and overarching tasks to be carried out include:

·         Develop and closely manage Expertise France's network of partners in the trade and investment field.

·         Liaise with and provide advice to senior national government officials and other high-level and technical policy stakeholders in the field of trade and investment.

·         Proactively facilitate the necessary policy dialogue to ensure the success of the Facility's trade and investment initiatives.

·         Oversee the development of the strategies for the promotion of European FDI.

·         Manage, supervise and coordinate the work of related short-term experts and service providers.

·         Produce analysis notes.

·         Any other related activities.

Indicative specific tasks to be carried out include:

1) Support to the Promotion of FDI

The Trade and Investment Specialist will contribute to the design and implementation of activities aimed at enhancing EU–Sri Lanka trade and investment relations. This includes supporting the development of a comprehensive understanding of EU business activity in Sri Lanka, promoting investment facilitation, and identifying priority sectors for sustainable European investments.

Among the tasks (non-exhaustive) that will fall under the purview of the Trade and Investment Specialist:

•       Conducting research and providing technical inputs and expert opinions to support the design and implementation of FDI, trade, and investment-related activities.

•       Supporting the design and execution of investment promotion events, such as trade expos, investor roadshows, and FDI forums, ensuring effective planning, coordination, and compliance with procurement procedures.

•       Assisting in the organisation of EU-supported events such as business forums, investor dialogues, and partnership platforms, ensuring alignment with EU event formats and standards.

•       Facilitating stakeholder engagement with entities such as the Board of Investment (BOI), Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, sectoral associations, and European business networks.

•       Contributing to the design and delivery of digital and promotional tools to strengthen Sri Lanka’s visibility as a destination for sustainable and green investment.

2) Coordination and Project Management Support              

The Trade and Investment Specialist will support the Facility Team in ensuring the effective coordination, planning, and reporting of FDI, trade, and investment-related interventions.

•       Preparing concept notes, terms of reference, event documentation, and progress reports.

•       Assisting with the monitoring of activity schedules, work plans, and financial forecasts.

•       Supporting procurement-related processes, including drafting tender documentation, coordinating selection processes, and monitoring service provider deliverables.

•       Ensuring timely communication and coordination among Facility partners, experts, and institutional counterparts.

•       Contributing to reporting requirements to Expertise France headquarters and the European Union, as needed.

3) Other Cross-Cutting Tasks

•       Supporting visibility and communication activities related to trade and investment events and outputs.

•       Ensuring gender and inclusion considerations are integrated into FDI and trade promotion activities.

•       Participating in coordination meetings, steering committees, and partner consultations.

•       Performing any other duties assigned by the Facility’s management to support the implementation of trade, investment, and FDI-related actions under the Facility.

The list of tasks and responsibilities mentioned above is not exhaustive; it will depend on the needs and direction of the Facility. The Specialist’s duties related to trade and investment may evolve over time, according to the needs identified by the Facility’s management.