DESCRIPTION OF JOB DUTIES

This position requires a capable multi-tasker that can easily transition from managing office travel to meeting with CEOs and making international presentations. Applicants must be skilled in developing and maintaining positive relationships with business related public and private organizations including trade associations, chambers of commerce, government officials, consultants, and others engaged in foreign direct investment and trade.

Candidates will provide professional support for the development, relocation and/or expansion of foreign owned businesses within Kentucky. They will provide professional expertise in the evaluation of business plans, markets, strategies, and practices and identify community assets and challenges for investment. Experience identifying challenges for international investors and addressing those challenges effectively will be a plus. The candidate must be able to maintain knowledge of current state and national programs that would be supportive of foreign direct investment and overall economic development.

In addition, candidates will be expected to gather industry data and monitor relevant trends in priority sectors, as well as assist with organizing participation in key trade shows and representing Kentucky at international forums. Experience in international market research, industry analysis, partner searches, trade missions, trade shows, and business development will be given priority.