International Consultant – Sustainability Capacity Support for Business Support Organizations (BSOs) in ASEAN
Quick answer
The International Trade Centre is hiring a home-based, expert Sustainability Consultant to lead capacity-building initiatives for ASEAN Business Support Organizations.
- Role
- International Consultant – Sustainability Capacity Support for Business Support Organizations (BSOs) in ASEAN
- Organization
- International Trade Centre
- Location
- Home-based (with possible travel within the ASEAN region)
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Education & Training
- Apply by
- 2026-07-01
The role
The International Trade Centre (ITC) is seeking a Sustainability and BSO Capacity Development Consultant to design and deliver a four-day Masterclass for regional Business Support Organizations (BSOs) in the ASEAN region. The consultant will develop training curricula focused on ESG integration and sustainability performance, provide tailored follow-up advisory support, and facilitate a train-the-trainer model to empower BSOs to support local MSMEs. This consultancy role aims to foster long-term sustainability capacity and institutional growth across the ASEAN trade ecosystem.
What you'll do
- Design and deliver a four-day sustainability-focused Masterclass for regional BSOs.
- Conduct a training needs assessment to tailor content to participant institutional priorities.
- Provide follow-up advisory and coaching sessions to participating BSOs.
- Develop structured case studies, training materials, and facilitator guides.
- Submit a final implementation report with recommendations for program scaling.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in Sustainability, Environmental Management, Business, or Economics.
- Minimum of eight years of professional experience in sustainability or ESG integration.
- Proven track record in designing and delivering capacity-building programs.
- Experience working with business associations or enterprise support institutions.
- Strong facilitation skills and experience with Train-the-Trainer models.
- Advanced English proficiency; knowledge of ASEAN regional languages is desirable.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this a remote position?
Yes, this is a home-based position, though it may involve travel within the ASEAN region as needed.
What is the duration of this consultancy?
The expected duration of the contract is from July 13, 2026, to November 30, 2026.
What are the primary qualifications required?
Candidates need an advanced degree in a relevant field and at least eight years of experience in sustainability, ESG integration, and designing capacity-building programs for business support organizations.
When is the deadline to apply?
Applications must be submitted by July 1, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on International Trade Centre's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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