Event Coordinator and Investment Promotion Consultant
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Posted On
2026-03-17
Period
2026-05-01 to 2027-04-30
Job Type
Temporary Full Time
Location
ABIDJAN, ABJ CIV
Category
Business Professional
Description
The Asia External Representation Office (PEXT) is the Bank’s sole representative office outside Africa; it opened in Tokyo, Japan, in 2012. PEXT’s main activities are (i) outreach to Asian stakeholders within the Asia region, contributing to the elevation of the Bank’s profile and brand recognition; serving as an intermediary between the Bank’s Asian member countries and regional member countries and providing a platform for external partnership and dialogue, (ii) promoting private sector investment in Africa (providing business consultations with Asian private sector stakeholders or generating direct deals in collaboration with relevant departments; (iii) playing a facilitation role for the Bank in Asia (facilitating resource mobilization; project formulation & implementation (Trust Funds, Co-financing); and other Bank’s priority areas).
Under the project the ?Support for business events and reinforcing investment promotional functions within the Asia External Representation Office (PEXT)” funded by PHRDG, which highlights the role in fostering events and investment promotion, we are seeking “Event Coordinator and Investment Promotion Consultant” (individual consultant) in order to prepare important events and promote investment to strengthen partnerships and dialogues with the relevant stakeholders. The consultant would be recruited as a long-term consultant for twelve months to conduct related work.
Application Close Date
2026-03-31
Engagement Type
Individual Consultant
Job Family
4.Investment
A. Background Objectives
The Policy and Human Resources Development Grant (PHRDG) is a bilateral trust fund established in 1994 by the Government of Japan and managed by the AfDB. The primary objective of the program is to support Africa's socioeconomic development by funding projects that focus on human resource development and technical assistance. The PHRDG serves as a strategic instrument for Japan to share its expertise and experience with African nations, complementing the AfDB's regular lending operations. It is a key component of the enduring partnership between Japan and the AfDB, reflecting a shared vision for a more resilient, inclusive, and integrated Africa. Over the past three decades, the fund has financed more than 100 projects across various sectors, including agriculture, energy, and education, empowering Africans to lead the transformation of their societies and economies.
Under the project the ?Support for business events and reinforcing investment promotional functions within the Asia External Representation Office (PEXT)” funded by PHRDG, which highlights the role in
fostering events and investment promotion, we are seeking “Event Coordinator and Investment Promotion Consultant” (individual consultant) in order to prepare important events and promote investment to strengthen partnerships and dialogues with the relevant stakeholders. The consultant would be recruited as a long-term consultant for twelve months to conduct related work.
B. Scope of work
Under the guidance of the Lead Program Coordinator, the consultant will organize business and investment events and promote investment and business in Asia to Africa as part of the PHRDG project, “Support for business events and reinforcing investment promotional functions within the Asia External Representation Office (PEXT)” funded by PHRDG.
C. Deliverables Expected
o Plan, manage, and coordinate all logistics for physical and hybrid events, including knowledge/business seminars, networking events, receptions, and site visits in Asia and Africa. o Secure and manage event venues, oversee event expenses, and coordinate temporary support staff in collaboration with travel and event companies. o Manage travel, accommodation, and transportation for speakers, visitors and delegations in Japan, Korea, and other locations in collaboration with travel and event companies. o Facilitate key events and coordinate side events for major conferences such as TICAD, KOAFEC Ministerial Conference, India-Africa Business Conclave, and the Africa Investment Forum (AIF). o Manage interpretation services for events in Japanese, English, Korean, and French
D. Duration and Timetable for the Assignment
SCOPE OF WORK |
Under the guidance of the Lead Program Coordinator, the consultant will organize business and investment events and promote investment and business in Asia to Africa as part of the PHRDG project, “Support for business events and reinforcing investment promotional functions within the Asia External Representation Office (PEXT)” funded by PHRDG.
DURATION | Twelve months between May 2026 and April 2027 (Not Extendable).
E. Bank Contribution and Institutional Arrangement
Remuneration of the consultant will depend on the consultant’s experience in accordance with the Bank’s procurement guidelines and the budget. A candidate will be responsible for obtaining personal health insurance at his or her own cost. The coverage should include all medical expenses, including those resulting from illness or injury incurred during the duration of the assignment. If internaitonal travel is required to Tokyo upon his or her assignment to PEXT, one-time round-trip cost in conomy class will be compensated.
F. Duty Station
The Consultant will work at the Bank’s Asia External Representation Office in Tokyo, Japan, unless otherwise requested by the Head of PEXT and supervisor.
G. Essential Specialized Skills/Knowledge/Competencies
o A minimum of a Master’s degree in political science, economics, finance, business, international relations, journalism, or other relevant fields, o At least seven (7) years of total work experience with MDBs and/or public institutions, such as government offices of member countries, development-related institutions, and other international organizations, including the UN, research institutions, NGOs, media, etc., o A minimum of seven (7) years of relevant work experience in the investment sector, including Commercial/Investment Banks, Development Finance Institutions, Utilities, Infrastructure/Private Equity Funds, Sovereign Wealth Funds, Energy Project Developers, and established Accounting/Consulting Firms, etc., o Proven ability to identify, process, and negotiate transactions in both the public and private sectors, with a particular focus on Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects, as well as equity investments from Asia to Africa, including startups and Private Equity Funds, o Work experience in developing countries, particularly in Africa, would be a significant asset, o Experience in organizing events (conferences, seminars, webinars, etc.) for the promotion of business in and with Africa would be a strong asset, o Experience in writing applications for investment and technical assistance would be a valuable asset, o Highly developed problem-solving and negotiations skills, o Ability to act with integrity and maintain confidentiality at all times, o Observe the highest standard of ethics, honesty and accountability. Excellent inter-personal and communication skills, o Client orientation and team working skills, o Fluency in English or French, with working knowledge of the other languages, o Practical skills in handling any Asian languages (e.g., Chinese, Korean, Japanese) are considered a strong asset for this position.
H. Supervisor
SUPERVISOR | 1) Lead Program Coordinator and 2) Chief External Relations and Commnication Officer
Consultancy Input Days
261.00
Qualifications
Qualification
Assessment
Regular Consultant
Less than 32 years old at the time of signing the contract and during contract execution
