Job Title: Trade Promotion Senior Executive
Location: Sliema, Malta
Reports To: Senior Manager, Trade Promotion
About TradeMalta:
TradeMalta is a Trade Promotion Organization, established as a joint venture between the Government of Malta and the Malta Chamber of Commerce. Our mission is to support Malta-based businesses in their efforts to export, internationalize, and enhance their international marketing strategies. Through our various grants and incentives, we provide essential assistance to companies looking to expand their global footprint.
Job Overview:
TradeMalta is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Senior Executive to join our dynamic team of trade promotion executives. The successful candidate will be responsible for promoting Malta’s international trade interests and supporting local businesses in their export endeavours. The Trade Promotion Senior Executive will play a vital role in supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of trade promotion activities/events aimed at enhancing the visibility and market presence of our clients.
This position requires excellent communication and strong administrative skills, a strong understanding of international trade opportunities, and a commitment to helping Malta-based businesses achieve their internationalization goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Event Coordination:
- Support the planning and coordination of trade missions, international trade shows, seminars, exhibitions, and other networking events to promote Maltese products and services on an international platform.
- Assistance with logistics planning, booth setup, and onsite support.
- Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure the smooth execution of trade promotion activities and timely delivery of services to clients.
Client Support and Guidance:
- Provide support to Maltese businesses seeking guidance on export procedures, market entry strategies, and trade-related inquiries.
- Assist in building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, partners, and industry associations to enhance collaboration and support business development efforts.
Market Research and Support:
- Analyse trade data, market trends, and industry reports to help identify growth opportunities and areas for strategic focus.
- Stay informed about industry trends, market developments, and regulatory changes affecting international trade, and provide relevant insights and recommendations to management.
Promotional Activities:
- Prepare promotional materials, presentations, and marketing collaterals to showcase our clients’ product and services to prospective buyers.
Administrative Tasks:
- Assist in administrative duties such as compiling and maintaining databases, preparing reports, managing correspondence, updating
promotional calendars, and organizing documentation related to trade promotion activities.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including
government agencies, international organizations, industry associations,
and business partners to support trade promotion initiatives.
Continuous Improvement:
- Engage in continuous learning and professional development activities to enhance your knowledge of international trade practices, export regulations, and trade promotion strategies.
- Provide feedback to senior management on ways to improve the trade promotion assistance.
Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, International Business or a related field.
- Strong interest in international trade, business development or economic policy.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Proficient in research, data analysis, and report writing.
- High level of proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.
- Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and multitask effectively.
- Passionate about supporting local businesses and economic development.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Personal Attributes:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proactive and self-motivated with a commitment to continuous learning.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- High level of integrity and professionalism.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Contribution to the international success of Maltese businesses.
- A collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Professional development opportunities and career growth.
- Opportunity to interact with many of Malta’s most successful companies.
- Opportunity to travel on work related duties.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience to info@trademalta.org by 7th April 2025. Please include “Trade Promotion Senior Executive” in the subject line of your email.
