Lead, Trade, Industrial Policy and Economic Security Insights

(temporary contract, 6 months, Geneva based)

The World Economic Forum, committed to improving the state of the world, is the international organization for public-private cooperation. The Forum engages the foremost political, business and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas.

The Forum’s trade and investment platform brings together leading global companies with policymakers from around the world. It fosters structured dialogue on challenges and opportunities for resilient trade and works to drive impactful reform in three pillars:

• Trade Governance and Economic Security

• Services, Investment and Sustainability

• Re-Engineering Trade and FDI

Why we are recruiting

Global trade and investment uncertainty has become a priority concern for global business and policymakers. Major economies have stepped back from the governance systems and economic consensus that have provided stability in recent decades. A major underlying driver of political shifts has been concern that trade has not delivered for many workers and communities. This concern is exacerbated in a time of geopolitical tension, environmental and digital transitions.

Uncertainty around trade and industrial policies has been a brake on business investment, undermining the economic security objectives of governments.

The Lead, Trade, Industrial Policy and Economic Security Insights will support a community and program of work to increase understanding of developments in these areas and convene constructive dialogue in support of resilient and equitable global trade.

Reporting Lines & Interactions

The Lead, Trade, Industrial Policy and Economic Security Insights will work closely with colleagues across the Forum’s trade and investment team, the Centre for Regions, Trade and Geopolitics and beyond.

Breakdown of main responsibilities

• Support a senior business and muti-stakeholder community convened around the nexus of trade, industrial policy and economic security, delivering dialogues, short-form publications, infographics and policy input.

• Produce compelling insights and recommendations for a senior business and policy audience.

• Follow trade governance and industrial policy developments and related policy areas, assess strategic implications and develop suggestions for related Forum community action

• Collaborate across the Forum and with key partners, leveraging capabilities available for positive impact.

The successful candidate will be assessed on

• Interest and knowledge of trade, industrial policy and economic security topics

• Positive attitude to getting things done collaboratively under time pressure

• Structured and reflective coordination of research and communications

• Creative approach to communications and outreach

• Community and event management experience

Preferred Requirements and Experience

• University-level education in law, economics or related discipline

• 5+ years’ relevant work experience

• Excellent research and communications skills

• Basic knowledge of statistics

• Strong digital proficiency, including web, social media and graphics creation

• Interest in international policy issues related to trade and industrial policy

• Project management experience

Why work at the Forum:

The Forum believes that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to improve the state of the world by building awareness and cooperation, shaping mindsets and agendas, and driving collective action. Join us and become a driver for positive change!