Are you passionate about international trade, sustainable development, and building strategic partnerships? Do you have a sharp business mind and a heart for development? The Royal Danish Embassy in Dar es Salaam is offering a unique opportunity to join their dynamic team as a Commercial Officer. Commercial Officer Job at Embassy of Denmark June 2025, If you’re ready to help shape Tanzania’s green growth agenda while bridging business opportunities between Denmark and Tanzania, this job is for you.
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Position Overview: Commercial Officer
- Location: Dar es Salaam
- Application Deadline: Expires in 10 Days (June 2025)
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Seniority Level: Intermediate
- Reports To: Team Leader
- Sector: Non-Profit / NGO
- Driving License: Not Required
- Eligibility: Open to Tanzanian Nationals Only
About the Embassy and Its Mission
Denmark and Tanzania share a long-standing partnership dating back to 1963. As Tanzania was the first African country to engage in cooperation with Denmark, the two nations have since built a robust relationship, backed by over 50 trillion TZS in development contributions through Danida. The embassy plays a key role in Denmark’s broader strategy for deeper engagement with African countries — especially in trade, investment, and green transition.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Commercial Officer, you’ll be a key player in advancing Denmark’s commercial and development interests in Tanzania. Your role will focus on promoting sustainable trade and investment, with a particular emphasis on green sectors like water, energy, agriculture, and environmental innovation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Offer tailored consultancy to Danish companies on Tanzanian market opportunities (e.g. market research, partner identification, stakeholder mapping).
- Drive new business development, especially in water, energy, environment, and agriculture sectors.
- Establish and maintain strategic networks with local stakeholders to facilitate partnerships.
- Plan and manage trade delegations, business forums, and promotional events.
- Act as the focal point for development programmes, ensuring synergy between commercial and development efforts.
- Contribute to reports, briefings, and talking points on climate, energy, agriculture, and water issues in Tanzania.
- Collaborate with both government and private sector players in Denmark and Tanzania.
Minimum Qualifications and Skills
To thrive in this role, you’ll need both strong business acumen and a collaborative spirit:
Education:
- A degree in Business Administration, International Marketing, Economics, or a related field.
Experience & Skills:
- At least 5 years of relevant professional experience.
- Solid track record in international business or working with development programmes.
- Experience working with high-level stakeholders in both private and public sectors.
- Strong project management skills, particularly in green or sustainable development sectors.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Fluency in English, both spoken and written.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- A proactive, adaptable mindset with a collaborative approach to teamwork.
- Strong understanding of the Tanzanian business landscape.
What the Embassy Offers
- A multicultural and inclusive work environment.
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- A high level of autonomy and responsibility.
- Competitive salary package based on experience and qualifications.
- Full-time employment (37 hours/week) with the potential for a permanent contract.
- 25 days of annual paid leave.
- Health insurance coverage for you and your dependents.
- Contributions to the National Social Security Fund (NSSF).
Ready to Apply?
If you’re driven by impact, eager to work on global trade issues, and want to make a difference in green development, this is the role for you. Join the Royal Danish Embassy in shaping sustainable growth in Tanzania.
For more job opportunities and updates, visit Elimu Times, Note: This position is only open to Tanzanian nationals. Ensure your application is submitted before the deadline in June 2025.
