Markets and Trade Individual/Independent Consultant

at  American Institutes for Research

Overview:
AIR is currently seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated Markets and Trade Independent Consultant to provide support to the USAID-funded Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET) project’s Data, Learning, and Communications Hub’s team. This is a remote position.
We are on the lookout for a Markets and Trade Independent Consultant who possesses deep knowledge and hands-on experience with the role markets and trade impact food security around the world. The primary objective of this role is to provide specialized expertise in markets and trade to enhance the Hub’s analyses and operational capabilities in addressing acute food insecurity issues. This is a flexible consulting position and estimated hours will be determined at the time of contract. AIR will contract directly with the Independent Consultants under a consulting purchase order agreement.

• Masters Degree in Economics, Agricultural Economics or a related field with a minimum of 4 years of experience or Bachelor’s Degree in a related field with a minimum 6 years of experience.
• Substantial USAID FEWS NET experience with the analysis and management of data relevant to agroclimatology and acute food insecurity,
• Proven experience in market and trade analysis with a focus on acute food security.
• Experience with Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) and the incorporation of market and trade analysis into IPC compatible integrated reporting.
• Ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Experience working in a consultative or advisory capacity is preferred but not required