Only applications received via the FCO vacancies portal will be considered. For more information on the vacancy, or to apply, please refer to the following link:
https://fco.tal.net/vx/appcentre-ext/candidate/post/11112/en-GB
Main purpose of job:
The Department for International Trade (DIT) was established by the then Prime Minister in July 2016. We secure UK and global prosperity by promoting and financing international trade and investment and championing free trade. The DIT Team in Vietnam has a network of 2 trade teams based in the British Embassy in Hanoi and the Consulate-General in Ho Chi Minh City. We work closely with key partners, in particular the British Business Group of Vietnam.
You will be responsible for leading DIT’s activities across the technology sector, focussing on developing commercial opportunities for UK companies.
You will also provide advice and cross cutting support on technology to colleagues who lead on other sectors, including EdTech, FinTech, digital health, clean energy and infrastructure and construction.
You will work to develop and maintain a strong network of contacts within the technology sector in Vietnam and with officials in the Vietnam government. You will need to be able to leverage those networks to achieve commercial outcomes for UK companies, developing an account management strategy to help identify and build a robust pipeline of trade opportunities and carrying out planned marketing activities to promote UK expertise in the sector.
The successful candidate will need an excellent knowledge of the technology sector in Vietnam. You will need to be able to communicate this to a British audience and be able to articulate the opportunities for British companies to increase their exports to Vietnam. You will focus on developing your knowledge and understanding of the UK technology sector and UK’s strengths to ensure that you can be a trusted advisor to UK companies wishing to do business in Vietnam.
You will need to be a self-starter, able to manage your own time effectively, evaluating options, impacts, risks and solutions – knowing when and how to seek advice from others. You will also be expected to contribute to the wider DIT and One-HMG team across the Vietnam network. Occasional travel to Hanoi and within the ASEAN region will be required.
Roles and responsibilities:
Provide analysis and strategic advice on the latest developments and on opportunities for collaboration for UK companies around industry 4.0 and the digital economy in Vietnam, and within Vietnam’s own rapidly growing technology ecosystem.
Promote the UK Industrial Strategy in Vietnam, identifying commercial opportunities for UK companies.
Organise sector related activities and events, including inward/outward visits, trade missions and workshops and contribute to inward and outward VIP visit programmes as appropriate.
Participate in the activities and events conducted by industry associations and other multipliers, building awareness of DIT in the business community and serving as a point of contact for UK market information.
Collaborate with the Communications teams to deliver a marketing strategy for the technology sector, monitoring media updates and marketing through social media channels.