High Commission of India
Freetown
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VACANCY NOTICE FOR THE POST OF MARKETING ASSISTANT

The High Commission of India, Freetown, invites applications from eligible candidates for appointment to the regular post of Marketing Assistant.

1. Mandatory Requirements

Applicants must fulfil the following eligibility criteria:

• Educational Qualification: Graduation in Trade, Commerce, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field. Candidates possessing an MBA or an equivalent postgraduate qualification will be preferred.
• Communication Skills: Good communication and interpersonal skills, with business proficiency in English.
• Legal Requirements: Applicants must hold a valid residence permit or other legally valid authorization to reside and work in Sierra Leone, as applicable.
• Health: Good mental and physical health. The selected candidate will be required to submit a valid medical fitness certificate at the time of joining.
• Maximum Age Limit: 40 years as on the closing date for receipt of applications.
• Character and Conduct: Applicants must have a clean criminal record and will be required to submit a police clearance certificate at the time of joining.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency in computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, email, internet research, and data management, along with good typing speed.

2. Desired Qualifications and Experience

• Preferably three years of relevant professional experience working with governmental or non-governmental organizations, trade promotion bodies, commercial establishments, or business associations.
• Experience in supervisory positions, client-facing roles, marketing, international trade, event management, or business development will be an advantage.
• Familiarity with local market conditions, import regulations, trade procedures, and business practices in Sierra Leone will be desirable.

3. Job Description and Responsibilities

The selected candidate will assist the High Commission in promoting bilateral trade and commercial relations between India and Sierra Leone. The principal duties and responsibilities will include:

Market Intelligence and Reporting

• Monitor local trade policies, market developments, business opportunities, import procedures, and applicable tariffs.
• Prepare periodic market intelligence reports and sector-specific updates for the relevant authorities in India.

Business-to-Business (B2B) Matchmaking

• Facilitate business connections between Sierra Leonean importers, distributors, retailers, and Indian exporters.
• Assist in organizing Buyer-Seller Meets (BSMs), business delegations, and commercial interactions to promote bilateral trade.

Regulatory Compliance and Market Access

• Monitor local import requirements, product standards, regulatory procedures, and trade barriers affecting Indian goods.
• Provide relevant market information to Indian businesses seeking to enter or expand their presence in Sierra Leone.

Trade Events and Event Management

• Support the planning and execution of trade fairs, exhibitions, business summits, seminars, and Buyer-Seller Meets.
• Assist with exhibition pavilion planning, promotional materials, event coordination, stakeholder liaison, and logistical arrangements.

Liaison and Trade Facilitation

Maintain effective working relationships with Sierra Leonean ministries, government departments, trade associations, chambers of commerce, and business organizations.

• Assist in addressing trade-related queries, commercial grievances, shipment delays, and other trade facilitation issues in coordination with the relevant authorities.

Trade Promotion and Outreach

• Implement activities to promote Indian products, services, and the Brand India initiative in Sierra Leone.
• Encourage participation by Sierra Leonean buyers in trade fairs, exhibitions, and commercial events organized in India.
• Support the dissemination of trade-related information and promotional materials to local businesses and prospective importers.

Other Duties

• Perform other commercial, administrative, research, and coordination duties assigned by the High Commission from time to time.

4. Selection Process

The selection process will consist of the following stages:

1. Shortlisting: Applications will be screened against the prescribed eligibility criteria and relevant experience.
2. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide original documents and supporting evidence for verification.
3. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a written test/computer test and an interview to assess their qualifications, communication skills, professional competence, and suitability for the position.
4. Final Selection: The selected candidate will be issued an offer of appointment, subject to the applicable rules and completion of required formalities.

5. Scale of Pay and Terms of Employment

• Scale of Pay: USD 585-18-855-26-1115-33-1445.The approximate starting monthly salary is NLe 13,321/-, plus a Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) of 26.40%, as applicable under the prevailing rules and regulations.
• The initial pay and subsequent increments will be governed by the applicable pay scale and the rules and regulations prescribed by the High Commission of India, Freetown.
• Other benefits, allowances, and conditions of service, if applicable, will be governed by the relevant local staff rules and prevailing regulations.
• The selected candidate will be required to comply with the applicable employment, immigration, and other legal requirements of Sierra Leone, as well as the relevant rules and regulations of the Government of India.
• Appointment to the regular post will be subject to satisfactory completion of the prescribed probationary period and fulfilment of all applicable conditions of service.

6. Application Procedure

Interested and eligible candidates are invited to submit their applications in the prescribed manner, together with the following documents:

1. Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) or biodata.
2. Recent colour passport-size photograph.
3. Copies of educational qualifications and relevant certificates.
4. Documentary evidence of professional experience, wherever applicable.
5. Copy of a valid passport and residence permit or work authorization, as applicable.
6. Any other relevant supporting documents.

Mode of Application: email at admn.freetown@mea.gov.in or deliver at High Commission of India, 32-B, Wilkinson Road, Freetown.

Last Date for Receipt of Applications: 15 November 2026 at 1600hrs

7. Important Notes

• Applications that are incomplete or do not contain the required supporting documents may be rejected.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview and subsequent stages of the recruitment process.
• Candidates must provide accurate information in their applications. Any false declaration or submission of misleading information may result in disqualification.
• The High Commission reserves the right to reject any application or cancel, modify, or discontinue the recruitment process at any stage, without assigning any reason.
• The decision of the High Commission regarding eligibility, shortlisting, and selection will be final, subject to applicable rules.
• No application submitted after the prescribed deadline will be considered.
• The appointment will be subject to verification of qualifications, experience, identity, character, and other relevant credentials.

High Commission of India
Freetown, Sierra Leone