Events Assistant / CE

Result of Service• by 31 March - Set up the new knowledge sharing platform of the SME Ministerial. Provide further research into B2B possibilities. Implement the logistics needed for high-level external visits related to the SME Ministerial • by 30 April - Organise 2 meetings with technical officials in the SME Ministerial process and support with regional events organisation which needs to be concluded before April 30. • by 31 May - Meet deadlines assigned in the phases of the project management of the SME Ministerial process, related to external events and webinars. • by 30 June - Present a proposal for the B2B space of the global ministerial. Meet deadlines assigned in the phases of the project management of the SME Ministerial process, related to external events and webinars. • by 31 July - Meet deadlines assigned in the phases of the project management of the SME Ministerial process, related to external events and webinars. Deliver a report on the performance of the knowledge platform. • by 31 August - Have initiated the first steps of the B2B process for the SME Ministerial in 2027. • by 30 September - Deliver a report on the knowledge platform performance. Deliver a report on initial B2B interest for the SME Ministerial 2027. Work LocationHeadquarters-based in Geneva Expected duration01.03.26 - 30.09.26 Duties and ResponsibilitiesEstablished in 1964, the International Trade Centre (ITC) is the joint agency of the World Trade Organization and the United Nations. ITC is the development agency that is fully dedicated to supporting the internationalization of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). ITC’s mission is to foster inclusive and sustainable economic development and contribute to achieving the United Nations Global Goals for Sustainable Development. ITC works towards creating ‘trade impact for good’. Within ITC’s mission to strengthen micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in developing countries to enable them to trade internationally, the purpose of the communications and events consultant will be to provide support to the Global SME Ministerial Meeting and to contributors to its thematic focus areas, i.e. digital transformation, green transition and access to finance. Part of the Global SME Ministerial process are events and other activities carried out in the context of ITC's finance strategy. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES The Individual Contractor will work under the direct supervision of Communications and Events team. • Provide comprehensive event development support for WEDF / SME Ministerial . • Contribute to the coordination and marketing of ITC corporate events, with a specific focus on integrating WEDF / SME Ministerial-related topics to support research and promotion efforts. • Conduct research on the B2B sectors/sub-sectors in the context of WEDF / SME Ministerial • Ensure all upcoming ITC corporate events are accurately reflected in the 2026 events calendar. • Support for development and implementation of innovative booth concepts for ITC events in 2026 • Conduct in-depth research on trade trends and statistics to inform the development of the WEDF / SME Ministerial programme. • Draft web announcements and promotional materials related to WEDF / SME Ministerial. • Coordinate delegation visits to ITC, incorporating WEDF / SME Ministerial-related research and presentations. • Assist with event participant mobilization, in particular drafting and dissemination of invitations. • Assist with managing event participant registration processes Copyright Clause: The Individual Contractor has to ensure to have obtained the necessary permissions with regard to intellectual property rights required to perform her services under this consultancy contract and for the subsequent dissemination by ITC in any form. Documentary proof is to be submitted to ITC. Should any license fee be due for the use of copyrighted materials of third parties, the consultant shall request the prior written permission from ITC. ITC champions workforce diversity, inclusion, gender equality and gender parity and considers all qualified persons - of all genders - equally, including those with disabilities, without discrimination or prejudice of any kind. Qualifications/special skills• Secondary school diploma • At least 4 years of experience in trade development, of which at least one is in B2B matchmaking meetings. • At least 3 years of event management experience. • Knowledge of economic and development issues. • A minimum of 3 years of experience in organization of B2B is highly desirable. Participation mobilization experience is an asset • Knowledge of economic and development issues. A minimum of 3 years of experience in organization of B2B is highly desirable. Participation mobilization experience is an asset. Skills: • Understanding of trade-related issues and contexts, especially trade promotion • B2B matchmaking skills • Event programming, communications and coordination knowledge • Event management experience Languages• Advanced English. Additional InformationNot available. No FeeTHE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.