The Director/ Sr. Director – Americas & LAC will be responsible for driving FICCI's engagement with North America (United States and Canada) and the Latin America & Caribbean region. The role will focus on strengthening bilateral trade and investment relationships, facilitating business partnerships, promoting economic cooperation, and positioning FICCI as a key industry partner for stakeholders across the region.

The position will lead country-specific initiatives, business councils, trade delegations, policy dialogue, and strategic partnerships while supporting India businesses in exploring opportunities across the Americas and LAC markets.

Key Responsibilities

- Bilateral Business & Trade Promotion (30%)
- Lead FICCI's engagement with the United States, Canada, and Latin America countries.
- Facilitate trade and investment opportunities between India and international companies.
- Identify emerging sectors and business opportunities for India industry.
- Support market access initiatives and business expansion efforts.
- Government & Diplomatic Engagement (20%)
- Build relationships with embassies, consulates, trade offices, and government agencies.
- Facilitate policy dialogue and business-to-government interactions.
- Support high-level bilateral visits and strategic economic engagements.
- Engage with ministries and regulatory stakeholders on international trade matters.
- Business Councils & Stakeholder Management (15%)
- Manage bilateral business councils and country-specific platforms.
- Build relationships with member companies, chambers, and industry associations.
- Facilitate networking and collaboration opportunities for stakeholders.
- Ensure active participation of members in FICCI initiatives.
- International Events & Delegations (15%)
- Conceptualize and execute business delegations, CEO forums, roundtables, and investment summits.
- Coordinate incoming and outgoing trade missions.




- Develop strategic agendas and engagement plans for international events.
- Ensure successful delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.
- Knowledge & Policy Advocacy (10%)
- Monitor economic, trade, and geopolitical developments across the Americas and LAC.
- Develop policy briefs, country reports, and business intelligence inputs.
- Support preparation of representations and recommendations for policymakers.
- Position FICCI as a knowledge partner on regional economic issues.
- Revenue Generation & Team Leadership (10%)
- Drive sponsorships, partnerships, and project revenues for regional initiatives.
- Lead and mentor a team of professionals.
- Ensure achievement of departmental goals and timelines.
- Foster collaboration across sectoral and international teams.

Key Skills & Competencies
- 20–28 years of experience in international trade, business development, diplomacy, policy, or industry associations.
- Strong understanding of North America and Latin America business environments.
- Knowledge of international trade, investment, and economic cooperation frameworks.
- Robust stakeholder management and relationship-building capability.
- Experience in organizing international delegations, forums, and business events.
- Strategic thinking with strong execution capability.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Ability to work across diverse cultures and international markets.

Preferred Background

- Experience with industry associations, chambers of commerce, export promotion councils, or international business organizations.
- Exposure to US, Canada, Latin America, or Caribbean markets.
- Experience in trade promotion, investment facilitation, international business development, or economic diplomacy.
- Advanced degree in International Relations, Economics, Public Policy, Business Administration, or related field.
- Knowledge of Spanish or Portuguese would be an added advantage.

📌 Senior International Professional (New Delhi)
🏢 FICCI
📍 New Delhi