PERMANENT SECRETARIAT (PS) OF THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL COMMISSION (IGC) TRACECA ANNOUNCES A COMPETITION FOR A POSITION OF THE DIGITALIZATION EXPERT

ADMISSIONS DEADLINE: 23 November 2025

PLACE OF WORK: Permanent Secretariat of the IGC TRACECA, Baku, Azerbaijan

PRELIMINARY DATE OF THE COMPETITION COMMISSION MEETING: 28 November 2025

Main objective of position:

Promoting the digitalization of transport along Europe-the Caucasus-Asia corridor given the objectives set out in the Basic Multilateral Agreement, TRACECA agreements and programme documents;
Promoting and further assisting TRACECA countries in the introduction of information technologies in border crossing procedures and the implementation of initiatives and projects aimed at digitalization of transport and transport documents.

Key tasks:

General monitoring of implementation of the MLA, TRACECA agreements and programme documents, including the preparation of relevant working documents/studies/statistics/information on digitalization of transport and transport documents and digitalization of border-crossing procedures;
Monitoring of implementation of the Digital Concept of the International Transport Corridor TRACECA, updating it and preparing proposals for amendments or additions;
Monitoring the implementation of decisions and recommendations of the IGC and the PS IGC TRACECA applicable to implementation of information technologies and digitalization;
Preparation of draft TRACECA documents on the implementation of MLA, TRACECA agreements, programme documents and action plans in the field of digitalization;
Initiating the development of new and amending existing TRACECA legal acts in the field of digitalization;
Participate in finalization of existing draft TRACECA Agreements in the field of digitalization and their implementation (e.g. draft Agreement on the application of electronic documents along the International Transport Corridor TRACECA; draft Agreement on the Digitalization of Transport Documents – Digital Transport Corridor Agreement);
Support the activities of the Working Group on Digitalization of the TRACECA corridor and other working groups related to TRACECA digitalization initiatives, including the development of programs of events, draft decisions, monitoring the implementation of the minutes, etc.
Support the TRACECA initiatives on transition to the electronic format of the TRACECA multilateral permits and the new single transit permits; as well as monitor and promote transition to electronic exchange of bilateral transport permits among TRACECA countries;
Participate and coordinate ongoing pilot projects (e.g. eCIM/SMGS) as well as develop and suggest new pilot projects (e.g. eCMR, etc.) for practical implementation of electronic transport documents and mutual recognition of data and documents in electronic form among TRACECA countries;
Study national regulation of TRACECA countries and international conventions and agreements in the field of digitalization implemented by TRACECA countries; as well as current level of digitalization of transport and prospects for further introduction of information technologies and digitalization of transport;
Study of the international experience of digitalization of transport documents and preparation of appropriate recommendations for the introduction and application of digital transport documents within TRACECA;
Development of proposals and approaches for digitalization of transport and digitalization of border crossing procedures between the TRACECA countries;
Preparation of proposals for the implementation, development and functioning of the TRACECA information system, intelligent (interactive) route map; mobile application and other solutions.

Minimum qualification requirements:

Higher technical education in the field of information technology, programming or information security and 5 years of experience in state bodies and/or organizations on information technology and digitalization, preferably with experience in international organizations /companies/projects in the field of digitalization.

Skills and abilities requirements:

Knowledge in the implementation of international initiatives and projects on digitalization in the field of transport;
Skills in developing strategies/policies/work plans, programming or functioning of corporate information systems;
Knowledge of the TRACECA legal documents regulating digitalization issues;
Ability to operate databases of scientific, technical, statistical data in the field of digitalization;
Fluency in the Russian and/or English languages;
Good knowledge of standard computer office and application programmes;
Time management skills, leadership of experts’ team, as well as the ability to work both independently and in a team;
Good skills in presentation of materials, negotiation and mediation;
Initiative, desire for self-improvement, ability to analyse, ethical behaviour.

Employment conditions:

Remote work. In case of necessity, permanent work at the TRACECA Headquarters in Baku. Contract period – 2 years, with the possibility of the extension for the next two-year period, five-day working week (days off – Saturday and Sunday, non-working holidays – in compliance with the legislation of the Republic of Azerbaijan).

Documents required for participation in the Competition:

application in the form, in accordance with Appendix 1 to these Rules of conducting a competition for filling vacant positions of the Permanent Secretariat of the Intergovernmental Commission TRACECA;
CV with photo,
a copy of an identity document or passport;
a document certifying no criminal record issued by the authorized body of the country whose citizen is the participant of the competition;
copies of the documents confirming the required professional education, qualifications and work experience:
copies of the documents confirming the improvement or qualification assignment based on the results of additional professional education,
copies of the documents on awarding an academic degree, academic title.

Note: Documents shall be provided with notarized translations into the Russian or English languages, if they are issued or drawn up in the languages of the MLA countries that are not the Russian or English languages.

Participants of the Competition can provide additional information about education, experience, professional level and reputation (characteristics, recommendations, scientific publications, etc.).

The documents sent by e-mail should be in the MS Word or PDF format and are forwarded to the following e-mail address: office@ps.traceca-org.org marked “Application for a vacancy of the Digitalization Expert of the PS IGC TRACECA”.

The candidates in the short list only will be notified.

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PERMANENT SECRETARIAT (PS) OF THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL COMMISSION (IGC) TRACECA ANNOUNCES A COMPETITION FOR A POSITION OF THE HEAD OF INTERNATIONAL AND INTERNAL AFFAIRS DIVISION

ADMISSIONS DEADLINE: 01 December 2025

PLACE OF WORK: Permanent Secretariat of the IGC TRACECA, Baku, Azerbaijan

PRELIMINARY DATE OF THE COMPETITION COMMISSION MEETING: 15-19 December 2025

Main objective of position:

Promoting interaction with international organizations and internal activities of the PS;
Arranging the IGC and PS meetings, as well as Working Groups (organizational and technical matters of holding these meetings);
Promoting and further assisting in raising awareness of the activities of the TRACECA structures in the MLA Parties;
Promoting communication and participation of the SG in the official bilateral/multilateral visits and meetings.

Main duties and tasks:

Organizing the PS/IGC meetings and Working Groups, established within the framework of the MLA with provision of administrative and technical support;
Initiating, monitoring and carrying out the activity related to the development and implementation of joint projects and programmes, serving the MLA tasks and objectives, together with international organizations, structures and partnership organizations;
Maintaining dialogue and negotiation process with international organizations and third countries, guided by the MLA objectives and TRACECA policy documents; participation in international and regional events related to transport matters in order to promote the MLA objectives;
Control over the PS IGC budget management, including preparation of the draft annual budget, ensuring the implementation of the adopted budget and drawing up a report on the implementation of the budget after the end of the financial year;
Control over the formation, maintenance, making amendments, additions and storage of the database of accounting information, cash accounting, bookkeeping and reporting on cash flows and financial reports on business trips of the PS employees;
Prioritizing documents requiring translation into the official languages;
Ensuring the rational use of assets and control over the correctness of their inventory and write-off;
Control over the timely updating of the SG schedule and the PS Plan of Events;
Development and implementation of the international communication strategy TRACECA and its individual stages;
Informing the Permanent Representations of TRACECA in the MLA Parties, TRACECA partners, the media, other interested structures and organizations, the public about the TRACECA documents and achievements of public interest;
Monitoring national, regional and international media on the issues of interest to TRACECA;
Preparation, organization and holding briefing meetings, press conferences, other events and informational actions, held with the participation of representatives of the media and the public;
Providing and comprehensive information support of TRACECA events, including meetings of the IGC, PS, ad hoc Working Groups, etc.;
Participation in the preparation of TRACECA information and analytical materials on behalf of the SG, as well as drafts and publications of articles, greetings, congratulations, etc. on behalf of the PS;
Monitoring and making proposals on the participation of the SG in the events / activities organized in the MLA Parties on industry-specific topics, as well as by partner international / intergovernmental organizations, legal entities and individuals;
Assisting in the development of programmes and agendas for visits, business trips, bilateral / multilateral meetings of the SG and staff initiated by the PS or by a counterparty;
Informational, organizational and communication support of visits, business trips, bilateral / multilateral meetings of the SG and the PS staff;
Monitoring compliance with the norms of the international diplomatic protocol during official bilateral / multilateral visits and meetings of the SG;
Development of proposals for improving the design, content and appearance of objects related to the corporate identity of TRACECA;
Control over the arrangement of TRACECA events, including meetings of the IGC, PS IGC, ad-hoc Working Groups, etc.
Participation in PR-events, being of interest to TRACECA, followed by informing the management on their findings/effectiveness;
Control of responses to requests and instructions of the PS on his/her own topics, etc.

The full list of main duties is listed in the Job Description below.

Minimum qualification requirements:

Higher education in the field of international relations, politics and humanitarian sciences.
5-year work experience in the PS.

Required skills and capabilities:

Knowledge of the documents regulating the activities of the PS and IGC TRACECA and the legislation of the Republic of Azerbaijan;
Advanced copywriting skills;
Time management skills, team management skills, as well as the ability to work both independently and in a team;
Competence in the methodology of media monitoring;
Competence in methods of collecting and processing information using modern technological tools and computer technologies;
Proficiency in the Russian and/or English languages. Knowledge of the Azerbaijani language is an advantage;
Good knowledge of standard computer office software;
Good skills in presentation of materials, negotiation and mediation;
Initiative, creativity, striving for self-improvement, analytical skills, and ethical conduct.

Employment conditions:

Permanent work at the TRACECA Headquarters in Baku. Contract period – 2 years, with the possibility of the extension for the next two-year period, five-day working week (days off – Saturday and Sunday, non-working holidays – in compliance with the legislation of the Republic of Azerbaijan).

All candidates must submit their applications by e-mail before the deadline for submitting documents. Applications submitted in incomplete form and/or after the official deadline for submitting documents will not be considered.

At the stage of the initial selection of applications, the participants of the competition shall provide the following documents by e-mail:

application (form is available below);
CV with photo,
a copy of an identity document or passport;
copies of the documents confirming the required professional education, qualifications and work experience:
motivation letter,
copies of the documents confirming the improvement or qualification assignment based on the results of additional professional education (optional),
copies of the documents on awarding an academic degree, academic title (optional).

Documents drawn up in languages other than Russian or English are provided with notarized translations.

Participants of the Competition can provide additional information about education, experience, professional level and reputation (characteristics, recommendations, scientific publications, etc.).

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PERMANENT SECRETARIAT (PS) OF THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL COMMISSION (IGC) TRACECA ANNOUNCES A COMPETITION FOR A POSITION OF LEGAL SPECIALIST

ADMISSIONS DEADLINE: 01 December 2025

PLACE OF WORK: Permanent Secretariat of the IGC TRACECA, Baku, Azerbaijan

PRELIMINARY DATE OF THE COMPETITION COMMISSION MEETING: 15-19 December 2025

Main objective of position:

Legal support of the PS activities with regard of the implementation of the Basic Multilateral Agreement TRACECA, policy documents of TRACECA;
Promoting and further advancing the harmonization of transport and transit legislation along Europe-the Caucasus-Asia corridor, including the development of new intergovernmental agreements;
Legal support of the PS internal activities.

Main duties and tasks:

Monitoring of the implementation of the MLA, agreements and TRACECA policy documents, including preparation of the corresponding working documents/ studies/ statistics/ information on the quality level of their implementation;
Development of institutional recommendations for further improvement and development of the TRACECA corridor in close coordination with the PS experts and the MLA Parties;
Advising the MLA Parties on legal matters regarding the implementation of the MLA, TRACECA agreements, the IGC resolutions and recommendations;
Development of institutional initiatives concerning the harmonization of the MLA Parties legislation in the field of organizing and performing transportation;
Collection and processing of data on the current legislation of the MLA Parties on
transportation and transit procedures (at the general level);
Provision of legal assistance to the Permanent Representations of TRACECA in the MLA Parties within the competence of the IGC TRACECA;
Advising the MLA Parties on legal and institutional issues, including signing, accession, and ratification procedures for the TRACECA agreements;
Elaboration of draft new agreements, amendments and additions to the existing agreements for the purposes of transport development along the TRACECA corridor;
Provision of internal consulting to the PS in codification of international and European laws, rules and agreements in the field of transport;
Studying current legislation of the MLA Parties regulating organization and performance of transport;
Development of draft memorandums of cooperation with international organizations, financial institutions, as well as further approval and support up to their signing;
Development of draft rules, procedures, regulations, guidelines, etc., to ensure the administrative activities of the PS.
Research and analysis of current international, European and national processes for the adoption of a legal framework regulating the procedures of international transport;
Development of recommendations for the implementation of acts, agreements, conventions, etc., into the national legislation of the MLA Parties, promoting the development of international transport;
Collection and analysis of research of TRACECA partners in the field of legal issues of procedures for organizing and performing transportation;
Development of proposals for establishing partnerships with international organizations and structures for TRACECA;
Assistance in the development of technical assistance projects and investment projects of TRACECA;
Assistance in the identification and development of project proposals and terms of reference for new TRACECA projects;
Assisting in identification and drafting project documentation and terms of reference for TRACECA projects in the field of legal harmonization and institutional strengthening;
Updating the TRACECA library materials with relevant information on the TRACECA ongoing projects;
Ensuring monitoring and updating of information regarding the status of international agreements concluded within the framework of TRACECA, as well as maintaining the relevant database, etc.

The full list of main duties is listed in the Job Description below.

Minimum qualification requirements:

Higher legal education with 5-year work experience, preferably in the transport sector in government agencies and/ or in international organizations/ companies/ projects.

Required skills and capabilities:

Knowledge of international legislation in the field of transport, transportation procedures;
Knowledge of the legislation of the Republic of Azerbaijan, regulating the PS administrative activities;
Knowledge of international law-making procedures;
Knowledge of the fundamentals of labour legislation;
Proficiency in the Russian and/ or English languages;
Good knowledge of standard computer office software;
Time-management skills, as well as the ability to work both independently and in a team;
Good skills in presentation of materials, negotiation and mediation;
Initiative, creativity, striving for self-improvement, analytical skills, and ethical conduct.

Employment conditions:

At the stage of the initial selection of applications, the participants of the competition shall provide the following documents by e-mail:

application (form is available below);
CV with photo,
a copy of an identity document or passport;
copies of the documents confirming the required professional education, qualifications and work experience:
motivation letter,
copies of the documents confirming the improvement or qualification assignment based on the results of additional professional education (optional),
copies of the documents on awarding an academic degree, academic title (optional).

Documents drawn up in languages other than Russian or English are provided with notarized translations.

Participants of the Competition can provide additional information about education, experience, professional level and reputation (characteristics, recommendations, scientific publications, etc.).

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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PERMANENT SECRETARIAT (PS) OF THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL COMMISSION (IGC) TRACECA ANNOUNCES A COMPETITION FOR A POSITION OF LINGUISTICS SPECIALIST

DMISSIONS DEADLINE: 01 December 2025

PLACE OF WORK: Permanent Secretariat of the IGC TRACECA, Baku, Azerbaijan

PRELIMINARY DATE OF THE COMPETITION COMMISSION MEETING: 15-19 December 2025

Main objective of the position:

Ensuring professional translation of all PS documents into the PS official languages (Russian and English);
Interpreting at the conferences, sessions, meetings and the PS bilateral meetings;
Ensuring the authenticity of the texts of all PS documents in the PS official languages.

Main duties and tasks:

Translating and ensuring the authenticity of all types of internal documents of the PS IGC TRACECA according to coordination with the Head of International and Internal Affairs Division, namely:

- documents, developed by the PS staff personnel,

- documents for the IGC TRACECA meetings;

- documents for the PS meetings (meetings of the National Secretaries) of the IGC TRACECA;

- documents for the Working (Experts’) Groups meetings;

- institutional documentation of the IGC and PS;

Translating technical assistance projects, information materials (magazines, booklets, brochures), required for realizing the objectives of the IGC TRACECA Strategy;
On the inquiry of the SG and the PS staff – translation of the reports, comments, statements, technical discussions, research and analytical documents, minutes and other documents of international organizations, associations, institutions, state bodies related to the objectives and tasks of TRACECA;
Interpreting during the TRACECA events with participation of the PS staff, foreign experts, managers and representatives of the projects and other officials, etc.

The full list of main duties is listed in the Job Description below.

Minimum qualification requirements:

Diploma of the Higher Linguistics Education, specialized in foreign languages;
Specialized translator’s qualifications in compliance with international standards (Higher Courses for Translators-Interpreters, other);
Knowledge of standard computer office software.

Required skills and capabilities:

Proficiency in the Russian and English languages. Fluency in the Azerbaijani language is an advantage.
Knowledge of the terminology in the field of transport in the Russian and English languages;
Performance of the functions in compliance with the established rules, as well as the ability to work in a team;
Good analytical skills.

Employment conditions:

At the stage of the initial selection of applications, the participants of the competition shall provide the following documents by e-mail:application (form is available below);

CV with photo,
a copy of an identity document or passport;
copies of the documents confirming the required professional education, qualifications and work experience:
motivation letter,
copies of the documents confirming the improvement or qualification assignment based on the results of additional professional education (optional),
copies of the documents on awarding an academic degree, academic title (optional).

Documents drawn up in languages other than Russian or English are provided with notarized translations.

Participants of the Competition can provide additional information about education, experience, professional level and reputation (characteristics, recommendations, scientific publications, etc.).

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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PERMANENT SECRETARIAT (PS) OF THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL COMMISSION (IGC) TRACECA ANNOUNCES A COMPETITION FOR A POSITION OF IT SPECIALIST

ADMISSIONS DEADLINE: 01 December 2025

PLACE OF WORK: Permanent Secretariat of the IGC TRACECA, Baku, Azerbaijan

PRELIMINARY DATE OF THE COMPETITION COMMISSION MEETING: 15-19 December 2025

Main objective of position:

Ensuring the effective functioning of the PS computer equipment, including the deployment and technical support of the local network;
Installation, configuration, operation and monitoring of the PS electronic mail server;
Ensuring the sustainable functioning of the TRACECA web portal;
Ensuring the security of the PS digital information;
Providing technical support and advice to the PS employees on the operation of computer equipment, local network and Internet resources.

Main duties and tasks:

Participation in the development, maintenance and use of the TRACECA information system (web portal) for processing electronic documents and disseminating information on the activities within the MLA, being of public interest;
Windows-based software administration and support;
Installing and configuring various server and network services (DHCP, DNS, WINS, RRAS, RADIUS, etc.);
Installing, configuring and administering a proxy server;
Management of accounts (logins and passwords) of the PS employees;
Maintenance of the operating condition of the server software and workstations, server maintenance;
Service of personal computers of the PS;
Installation, configuration and maintenance of peripheral equipment;
Configuring and providing remote access to the PS local network;
Installation, maintenance and regular updates of a centralized corporate anti-virus system;
Configuration and administration of the PS network storages;
Monitoring the functionality of all PS information and computing systems and troubleshooting;
Providing backup and storage of the PS data and systems;
Ensuring the security of storage and processing of data in accordance with international standards;
Ensuring the security of the PS server and network equipment;
Installing and configuring a firewall to protect against Internet attacks
Installation, configuration, maintenance and updating of anti-virus, ANTISPAM and other filters and protection tools for the PS mail server;
Installation and configuration of the web interface of the PS mail server to provide remote access to the PS electronic mail;
Administration of the TYPO3 system;
Creation of pages and file space for national representations of TRACECA member states and projects;
Creation of accounts and provision of access to country pages and folders (to the Backend) to web editors of the national representations of the TRACECA member states and projects for editing;
Content filling of the TRACECA web portal (according to the information
received from the Head of International and Internal Affairs Division) and ensuring its functionality;
Interaction with hosting company / developer / technical support;
Implementation and documentation of changes in the accounting system of settings, etc.

The full list of main duties is listed in the Job Description below.

Minimum qualification requirements:

Higher education, education in the field of IT or 5-year work experience in a similar position.

Required skills and capabilities:

Valid qualification certificates;
Skills of network routing and systems for organizing complex information protection; ways to prevent unauthorized access to information
Experience in web-site administration;
Minor hardware repair skills;
Proficiency in the Russian and English languages;
Organizational skills and a responsible approach to work, timely resolution of issues;
Time management skills, as well as the ability to work both independently and in a team;
Initiative, stress resistance, striving for self-improvement, and ethical conduct.

Employment conditions:

At the stage of the initial selection of applications, the participants of the competition shall provide the following documents by e-mail:

application (form is available below);
CV with photo,
a copy of an identity document or passport;
copies of the documents confirming the required professional education, qualifications and work experience:
motivation letter,
copies of the documents confirming the improvement or qualification assignment based on the results of additional professional education (optional),
copies of the documents on awarding an academic degree, academic title (optional).

Documents drawn up in languages other than Russian or English are provided with notarized translations.

Participants of the Competition can provide additional information about education, experience, professional level and reputation (characteristics, recommendations, scientific publications, etc.).

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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PERMANENT SECRETARIAT (PS) OF THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL COMMISSION (IGC) TRACECA ANNOUNCES A COMPETITION FOR A POSITION OF DRIVER

ADMISSIONS DEADLINE: 01 December 2025

PLACE OF WORK: Permanent Secretariat of the IGC TRACECA, Baku, Azerbaijan

PRELIMINARY DATE OF THE COMPETITION COMMISSION MEETING: 15-19 December 2025

Main objective of position:

Provision of safe accompanying in the vehicle for the SG, if necessary, for the employees and guests of the PS.

Main duties and tasks:

Ensuring timely and safe transportation of the SG and members of his family, official guests of the PS, and, if necessary, employees of the PS;
Professional driving, including planning the best route, avoiding road accidents, choosing a safe speed and maintaining a sufficient distance from other road users, as well as taking other measures to ensure safe transportation;
Execution of instructions of the SG;
Delivery of urgent official correspondence and documents of the PS to the state bodies of the Republic of Azerbaijan (AR), the Embassies of the MLA Parties and TRACECA partners;
Ensuring the stable and safe functioning of the car, including timely fuelling, checking the level of oils and liquids, the health of tyres, brake pads and other parts and mechanisms;
Carrying out a state technical inspection of a vehicle within the time limits established by the legislation of the Republic of Azerbaijan;
Carrying out the vehicle technical inspection in specialized diagnostic centres, in accordance with the technical requirements of the car manufacturer, etc.

The full list of main duties is listed in the Job Description below.

Minimum qualification requirements:

Driver's license of category B, driving experience of at least 8 years, experience as a driver of heads of public or private organization.

Required skills and capabilities:

Knowledge of traffic rules;
Knowledge of administrative legislation in the field of road traffic in the Republic of Azerbaijan;
Knowledge of the legislative norms of the Republic of Azerbaijan, in force in relation to vehicles of diplomatic missions;
Ability to compose the optimal route of movement;
General knowledge of the car design, its technical characteristics;
Knowledge and observance of the vehicle maintenance rules;
Compliance with maintenance and inspection times;
Driving skills in adverse weather conditions;
Knowledge of the first-aid rules;
Fluency in the Russian and/or English languages. Knowledge of the Azerbaijani language is an advantage;
Flexibility, resistance to stress, and ethical conduct.

Employment conditions:

At the stage of the initial selection of applications, the participants of the competition shall provide the following documents by e-mail:

application (form is available below);
CV with photo,
a copy of an identity document or passport;
copies of the documents confirming the required professional education, qualifications and work experience:
motivation letter,
copies of the documents confirming the improvement or qualification assignment based on the results of additional professional education (optional),
copies of the documents on awarding an academic degree, academic title (optional).

Documents drawn up in languages other than Russian or English are provided with notarized translations.

Participants of the Competition can provide additional information about education, experience, professional level and reputation (characteristics, recommendations, scientific publications, etc.).

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Full text of the Job Description

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