Opportunities

We are pleased to inform you that, within the framework of the EU-LAC Social Accelerator Programme, financed by the European Union through the Global Gateway Investment Agenda, the Third-Party Financial Support Call for Proposals has been officially launched. This initiative aims to strengthen social innovation and support projects with a direct impact on reducing inequalities and fostering social cohesion across Latin America and the Caribbean. The call is open to non-profit organization corsortia/partnerships legally established in Latin America and the Caribbean or in European Union Member States.

Eligible applicants include civil society organizations, sectoral associations, cooperatives and social enterprises, innovation centers, local authorities, universities, and local public entities.

Each proposal must be submitted in partnership, promoting collaboration among organizations from different sectors and EU-LAC countries, and must include at least one entity established in Latin America or the Caribbean.

Proposals must be aligned with the EU-LAC Global Gateway Investment Agenda, from its social dimension, and contribute to a green, digital, fair, and inclusive transition. Priority will be given to initiatives with a demonstrative effect that are already in an acceleration or implementation phase and that provide evidence of impact in areas such as gender equality and youth empowerment, social innovation, and human rights within the private sector. Special consideration will be given to proposals that apply intersectional approaches and directly benefit women, youth, and vulnerable groups.

From a financial perspective, the call has a total budget of EUR 1.8 million, with grants per project ranging from EUR 100,000 to EUR 250,000, and an expected implementation period of 18 to 24 months.

The deadline for submission is 8 April 2026 at 16:00 (local time), as indicated in the official guidelines.

For more information and direct access to the application platform, please consult the following official links:

• Calls for Proposals: https://eulacsocialaccelerator.cainco.org.bo/publico/convocatorias
• Applicant Registration: https://eulacsocialaccelerator.cainco.org.bo/publico/registro_postulante

Nos place informarles que, en el marco del programa EU-LAC Social Accelerator, financiado por la Unión Europea a través de la Agenda de Inversión Global Gateway, se ha lanzado formalmente la Convocatoria de Apoyo Financiero a Terceros (AFT). Esta iniciativa tiene como objetivo fortalecer la innovación social y apoyar proyectos con impacto directo en la reducción de desigualdades y el fortalecimiento de la cohesión social en América Latina y el Caribe. 

La convocatoria está dirigida a consorcios de organizaciones sin fines de lucro legalmente establecidas en países de América Latina y el Caribe o en Estados miembros de la Unión Europea. Podrán postular organizaciones de la sociedad civil, asociaciones sectoriales, cooperativas y empresas sociales, centros de innovación, autoridades locales, universidades y entidades públicas de alcance local. 
 

Cada propuesta deberá presentarse en alianza, promoviendo la colaboración entre actores de distintos sectores y países de la región EU-LAC, y deberá incluir al menos una entidad establecida en América Latina o el Caribe. 

Las propuestas elegibles deberán estar alineadas con la Agenda de Inversiones Global Gateway EU-LAC, desde su dimensión social, y contribuir a una transición verde, digital, justa e inclusiva. Se priorizarán iniciativas con efecto demostrativo, que se encuentren en fase de aceleración o implementación, y que cuenten con evidencias de impacto en áreas como la igualdad de género y el empoderamiento juvenil, la innovación social y los derechos humanos en el sector privado. Asimismo, se valorarán especialmente aquellas propuestas que integren enfoques interseccionales y que beneficien de manera directa a mujeres, jóvenes y grupos en situación de vulnerabilidad. 

En términos financieros, la convocatoria cuenta con un presupuesto total de EUR 1.8 millones, y contempla subvenciones por proyecto que oscilan entre EUR 100,000 y EUR 250,000, con una duración prevista de 18 a 24 meses. 

 
El plazo para la presentación de solicitudes vence el 8 de abril de 2026 a las 16:00 horas (hora local), conforme a lo establecido en la guía de la convocatoria. 

Para más información y acceso a la plataforma de postulación, pueden consultar los siguientes enlaces oficiales: 

• Convocatorias: https://eulacsocialaccelerator.cainco.org.bo/publico/convocatorias 
• Registro de postulantes: https://eulacsocialaccelerator.cainco.org.bo/publico/registro_postulante 

Summary

The Communications Coordinator will support the Agency in developing, coordinating and implementing effective communication and visibility strategies that enhance its reputation, ensure consistent messaging, and increase awareness of its work among key stakeholders, donors, and the wider public. This role is essential to strengthening the Agency’s visibility in the delivery of its programmes and projects, in alignment with donor specific visibility requirements and the Agency’s communication strategy.

Scope of Services

The Coordinator will be responsible for executing multi-channel communication strategies; producing written, visual, and digital content; supporting media engagement; and ensuring that all communication and branding outputs align with organisational standards and partner/donor guidelines. The role requires strong writing skills, creative judgment, strategic thinking, and the ability to work across departments to ensure consistent and effective storytelling.

Knowledge and Experience

• Knowledge of CARIFORUM countries, regional integration processes, and private sector development.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing integrated communications and visibility strategies.
• Experience in project-based communications planning and execution.
• Proven ability to manage external creative resources (designers, videographers, photographers).
• Skilled in producing and editing simple multimedia content (graphics, photography, video).
• Familiarity with digital communications tools and platforms such as Canva, WordPress, Mailchimp, and other social media analytics.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Digital Media, or related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a similar role within a comparable organisation.
• Fluent in English.  Ability to communicate in French, Spanish or Dutch, highly desirable
• National of a CARIFORUM Member State.

Administration

If this opportunity excites you, send us your CV along with a motivation letter explaining why you’re the right fit to hr@carib-export.com. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Thursday 22, January 2025.

Download the full TOR below.

Summary of Consultancy Services Required

The Programme Coordinator – Administration will provide consultancy services to the Technical Programmes Unit across all its technical programmes. The role provides common project, administrative, and logistical assistance to ensure consistency, quality service delivery, and effective project implementation. This includes supporting planning activities, coordinating programme-related functions, and assisting with the organisation of events, workshops, and missions as appropriate.

Scope of Services

The Consultant will work closely with the Manager – Technical Programmes and the project leads to ensure the efficient coordination and administration of the Unit’s work programme.

Knowledge and Experience

• Basic knowledge of the economic and social development issues in the Caribbean region.
• Basic understanding of CARICOM/CARIFORUM and other relevant trading blocs.
• Basic knowledge of donor agencies that offer funding opportunities.
• Knowledge and practice of international and local business etiquette for government, business, and social interactions.
• Understanding of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services, including needs assessment, quality assurance, and satisfaction evaluation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint) and project management tools such as MS Project.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business or Office Administration, Project Management, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in general office administration, project coordination, or an accounting environment.
• At least two (2) years’ experience functioning at the regional or international level would be an asset.
• Fluent in spoken and written English; ability to communicate in Spanish, French, or Dutch would be an asset.
• Must be a national of a CARIFORUM Member State

Administration

If this opportunity excites you, send us your CV along with a motivation letter explaining why you’re the right fit to hr@carib-export.com. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applications close on Sunday, December 14, 2025.

Caribbean Export Development Agency, as a regional partner of the EU-LAC Social Accelerator under the European Union’s Global Gateway strategy, is leading the development of national social innovation poles across Barbados, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, and the Dominican Republic. As part of this effort—and in alignment with the Programme efforts—we are launching a comprehensive Social Innovation Ecosystem Mapping Survey to identify key actors, initiatives, and collaboration networks driving social impact in each country.

This mapping is a foundational step in strengthening national social innovation ecosystems. It will help identify existing and emerging social innovation poles, understand the relationships among stakeholders, and assess priority thematic areas, challenges, and opportunities for future action. The process follows a gender-transformative, intersectional, and human rights–based approach, consistent with the EU’s Gender Action Plan III (GAP III).

We invite public institutions, private sector organisations, academia, civil society organisations, social enterprises, hubs, accelerators, startups, investors, and community-based actors engaged in social innovation to participate in this important mapping exercise which will conclude November 19^th , 2025.  Your contribution is essential to ensure that the diagnostic accurately reflects the realities, strengths, and needs of the ecosystem.

Who Should Participate?

• Public sector agencies
• NGOs, CSOs, community organisations
• Universities, research centres, innovation labs
• Startups, SMEs, and impact-driven enterprises
• Hubs, accelerators, and business support organisations
• Foundations, cooperation agencies, and impact investors
• Organisations working with women, youth, and vulnerable groups

Why Your Input Matters

Your responses will:

• Contribute to a comprehensive mapping of social innovation actors and initiatives.
• Support the identification and characterisation of social innovation poles.
• Inform the national social innovation diagnostic and the future National Strategy and Roadmap for your country.
• Strengthen the baseline for monitoring and evaluating the programme’s impact.

Participate in the Survey

We kindly ask all ecosystem actors to complete the survey according to your Country or Impact or residence,  and share it with relevant organisations within your networks. The following survey links are provided for each country:

Barbados:

Barbados – Social Accelerator Survey

Dominican Republic:

Dominican Republic – Social Accelerator Survey

Trinidad and Tobago:

Trinidad and Tobago -Social Accelerator Survey

Jamaica:

Jamaica – Social Accelerator Survey

Your participation will play a key role in co-creating a stronger, more connected, and more inclusive social innovation ecosystem across the Caribbean.

For questions or additional information, please contact: maybar@carib-export.com

Overview

The Digital Transformation Grant funded by the European Union helps Caribbean MSMEs adopt digital technologies to increase competitiveness, efficiency, and market access.

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What We Fund

• E-commerce & digital marketing platforms
• Business process automation (CRM, ERP, POS, cloud accounting)
• Cybersecurity & data protection (tools, training, GDPR-compliance)
• Mobile apps & digital products (software, creative content, SaaS)
• Digital trade & supply chain integration (e-payments, logistics platforms)
• Staff digital skills training

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Who Can Apply

• Firms legally registered and operating in a CARIFORUM member state
• Minimum 2 years of operations, supported by financial statements for the last two years
• Must be exporting or demonstrate credible export potential
• Must have a company bank account
• Strong encouragement for women-led, youth-led, and rural-based MSMEs

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Funding Available

• Project size: EUR 80,000 – 100,000
• Grant funding: up to EUR 50,000 EU Financing (max. 60% of eligible costs)
• Beneficiary contribution: minimum 40%
• Duration: up to 12 months

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How to Apply

1. Download and complete the official Digital Transformation Application Form and Budget Template.
2. Submit all documents by email ONLY to grants@carib-export.com before 2nd December 2025, 4:30 PM AST*.
3. Email subject line: “Application – BRIDGE Digital Transformation Grant – [Name of Applicant]”.

*Kindly note the deadline has been extended from November 9, to December 2, 2025.

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Digital Check-Up Tool

Access the digital business assessment here: Digital Check-Up Tool

Overview

The Green Transition Grant funded by the European Union helps Caribbean MSMEs adopt environmentally sustainable business models, reduce environmental impact, and expand opportunities in the global green economy.

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What We Fund

• Renewable energy & energy efficiency (solar, wind, retrofits, audits)
• Circular economy solutions (recycling, repair, biodegradable products, waste-to-energy)
• Sustainable agriculture & agroforestry (organic, regenerative, precision farming)
• Blue economy projects (sustainable fisheries, marine tourism, renewable marine energy)
• ESG standards & certifications

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Who Can Apply

• Firms legally registered and operating in a CARIFORUM member state
• Minimum 2 years of operations, supported by financial statements for the last two years
• Must be exporting or demonstrate credible export potential
• Must have a company bank account
• Strong encouragement for women-led, youth-led, and rural-based MSMEs

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Funding Available

• Grant funding: up to EUR 100,000 EU Financing (max. 60% of eligible costs)
• Beneficiary contribution: minimum 40%
• Duration: up to 15 months

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How to Apply

1. Download and complete the official Green Transition Application Form and Budget Template.
2. Submit all documents by email ONLY to grants@carib-export.com before 2nd December 2025, 4:30 PM AST.*
3. Email subject line: “Application – BRIDGE Green Transition Grant– [Name of Applicant]”.

*Kindly note the deadline has been extended from November 9, to December 2, 2025.

The application deadline has been extended to October 10, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. AST.

The Caribbean Women Entrepreneurs Generating Resilient and Inclusive Trade (GRIT) Programme, funded by Global Affairs Canada (GAC) and implemented by the Caribbean Export Development Agency (CE), is a four-year programme (2024–2028) that aims to increase the productivity, competitiveness, and export readiness of women-led businesses across six Caribbean member states: Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Jamaica, Saint Lucia, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

Through training, grant funding, technical assistance, trade missions, and launch-to-market programmes, GRIT will support 800 women entrepreneurs in adopting green business practices and digital technologies to scale, diversify, and compete in regional and international markets. GRIT’s impact will extend to a further 10,000 individuals across the wider region through capacity-building initiatives and access to market intelligence tools.

Beyond its interventions, GRIT seeks to strengthen the ecosystem for women’s entrepreneurship by addressing structural barriers, embedding gender-responsive approaches in trade and private sector development, and positioning women-led enterprises as key drivers of sustainable and inclusive economic growth in the Caribbean.

ROLE SUMMARY
Join GRIT at its inception. As Finance & Programme Operations Officer, you will help build the financial and operational backbone of one of the region’s most ambitious women’s entrepreneurship programmes. In year one you will help set up the systems that power the next three years, establishing controls, streamlining processes, and ensuring every dollar and deliverable is tracked, transparent, audit-ready and in compliance with Caribbean Export’s internal policies and the requirements of Global Affairs Canada (GAC).

Operating within the Technical Programme Unit, working alongside the Programme Officer – Gender and Entrepreneurship (POGE) and in collaboration with the technical team, finance and operations staff, and external stakeholders, you will support the day-to-day financial operations of the GRIT project, including budget monitoring, financial reporting, procurement and logistics support. This role suits a proactive, digitally fluent professional who enjoys shaping processes, solving problems, and using modern tools to work smarter.

EDUCATION
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A professional accounting qualification (such as ACCA, CPA, CMA) is highly desirable or active progress towards certification.

EXPERIENCE
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in financial management, accounting, or a related field, preferably within donor-funded projects.
• Demonstrated experience supporting donor-funded projects with multi-stakeholder involvement, and management of GAC funded projects would be an asset.
• Experience working with financial and ERP software for reporting and office management.
• Experience working in office management operations as well as financial support.
• Working knowledge of results-based management (RBM) principles and their application to financial monitoring and reporting.

Submission

Submit your CV along with a motivation letter explaining why you’re the right fit to hr@carib-export.com. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The application deadline has been extended to October 10, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. AST.

Download the terms of reference below.

The Caribbean Women Entrepreneurs Generating Resilient and Inclusive Trade (GRIT) Programme, funded by Global Affairs Canada (GAC) and implemented by the Caribbean Export Development Agency (Caribbean Export), is a four-year programme (2024–2028) that aims to increase the productivity, competitiveness, and export readiness of women-led businesses across six Caribbean member states: Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Jamaica, Saint Lucia, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

Through training, grant funding, technical assistance, trade missions, and launch-to-market programmes, GRIT will support 800 women entrepreneurs in adopting green business practices and digital technologies to scale, diversify, and compete in regional and international markets. GRIT’s impact will extend to a further 10,000 individuals across the wider region through capacity-building initiatives and access to market intelligence tools.

Beyond its interventions, GRIT seeks to strengthen the ecosystem for women’s entrepreneurship by addressing structural barriers, embedding gender-responsive approaches in trade and private sector development, and positioning women-led enterprises as key drivers of sustainable and inclusive economic growth in the Caribbean.

ROLE SUMMARY

As Programme Implementation Officer – GRIT, you will be at the heart of one of the Caribbean’s most ambitious women’s entrepreneurship initiatives. Joining at the very start of the programme, you’ll help lay the foundation for impact over the next three years, rolling up your sleeves to co-create interventions, test fresh ideas, and collaborate directly with partners and entrepreneurs to shape lasting impact across the region.
Operating within the Technical Programme Unit, working alongside the Programme Officer – Gender and Entrepreneurship (POGE) and in collaboration with the technical team, operations staff, and external stakeholders, you will help bring bold ideas to life, supporting the coordination of interventions, driving logistics, generating insights, and ensuring that GRIT delivers measurable impact across the region.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

A Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Entrepreneurship, Business, Innovation, Gender Studies, International Development, or a related discipline.

3–5 years’ proven experience supporting programmes or projects in a development or donor-funded environment.

Additional training or demonstrated experience in gender mainstreaming, project management, or monitoring and evaluation would be an asset.

SUBMISSION

If this opportunity excites you, send us your CV along with a motivation letter explaining why you’re the right fit to hr@carib-export.com. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applications close on October 3, 2025 at 11:59 pm AST.

Download the terms of reference below.

Background

The Caribbean region, characterized by its Small Island Developing States (SIDS) status, faces significant challenges including high dependence on imported fossil fuels, small market sizes, limited economies of scale, and vulnerability to external shocks. These constraints affect economic resilience, business competitiveness, and sustainability—particularly in the areas of energy efficiency (EE), Resource-Efficient Cleaner Production (RECP), and Voluntary Sustainability Standards (VSS).

With support from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), the Caribbean Export Development Agency (Caribbean Export), together with Business Support Organizations (BSOs), is advancing initiatives to strengthen MSME competitiveness by integrating sustainable energy and production practices. A key element of this effort is the execution of a perception survey that will establish a baseline of MSME awareness, attitudes, and challenges regarding EE, RECP, and VSS. This will inform project strategies, guide outreach, and contribute to long-term resilience.

Contracting Authority

Caribbean Export Development Agency.

Beneficiary Countries

IDB Caribbean Countries: Belize, The Bahamas, Barbados, Guyana, Jamaica, Suriname, and Trinidad and Tobago.

Summary of Objectives and Scope of Work

Overall Objective

The overall objective of this consultancy is to execute a perception survey among Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the beneficiary countries to assess their awareness, attitudes, and challenges related to energy efficiency (EE), Voluntary Sustainability Standards (VSS), and Resource-Efficient Cleaner Production (RECP). The findings will establish a baseline for the project, inform the marketing strategy, and contribute to the project’s Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) framework

Specific Objectives

The specific objectives of the Consultancy are:

• Design and develop the survey instrument creating a structured questionnaire that captures MSME perceptions, knowledge, and adoption of EE, VSS, and RECP practices.
• Administer the survey across the target MSME population in The Bahamas, Barbados, Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Trinidad & Tobago.
• Conduct a comprehensive analysis of survey responses, identifying key trends, challenges, and opportunities.
• Provide recommendations and develop insights for shaping marketing strategies, awareness campaigns, and targeted interventions to promote EE, VSS, and RECP adoption

Scope of Work

The consultant will:

Task 1: Survey Design & Methodology

• Develop the survey structure, including quantitative and qualitative questions.
• Define sampling methods to ensure representative participation across industries and MSME sizes.
• Develop an implementation plan, including an outreach strategy for survey administration.

Task 2: Survey Execution

• Distribute and administer the survey through digital platforms, phone interviews, and/or in-person interviews where feasible.
• Ensure a statistically significant response rate across all target countries.
• Address language and cultural differences in survey administration.

Task 3: Data Analysis & Reporting

• Process and clean survey data for analysis.
• Identify patterns and trends in MSME perceptions and readiness for EE, VSS, and RECP adoption.
• Generate visual representations (charts, graphs) to support findings.
• Develop a final report summarizing key insights, policy recommendations, and suggested marketing strategies

Duration

The consultancy is expected to be completed within four (4) months, with milestones aligned to deliverables.

Submission Guidelines

Interested candidates should submit:

• Detailed CV highlighting relevant experience.
• Technical proposal outlining approach and methodology.
• Financial proposal in USD.
• Contact information for at least two professional references.
• Signed Applicant Declaration Form

Deadline for submission: September 30, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. (AST)

Email submissions to: greenenergy@carib-export.com

Please see below to download the full Terms of Reference for this consultancy.

Background

Caribbean MSMEs face significant challenges linked to high energy costs, dependence on imported fossil fuels, and increasing vulnerability to climate change. These pressures reduce competitiveness and resilience, making energy efficiency and sustainable practices critical to long-term growth.

With support from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), Caribbean Export Development Agency (Caribbean Export), together with Business Support Organizations (BSOs), is advancing the development of an online energy audit tool and related training. This initiative will help MSMEs adopt Energy Efficiency (EE), Resource-Efficient Cleaner Production (RECP), and Voluntary Sustainability Standards (VSS)—transforming sustainability from a perceived burden into a pathway to lower costs, enhanced productivity, and improved competitiveness.

Contracting Authority

Caribbean Export Development Agency.

Beneficiary Countries

IDB Caribbean Countries: Belize, The Bahamas, Barbados, Guyana, Jamaica, Suriname, and Trinidad and Tobago.

Summary of Objectives and Scope of Work

Overall Objective

The objective of this consultancy is to assess and define the specific needs of the private sector in the Caribbean regarding energy auditing tools. The findings will guide the development of an online energy audit tool that supports micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in improving energy efficiency (EE), adopting resource-efficient cleaner production (RECP) practices, and meeting voluntary sustainability standards (VSS)

Specific Objectives

The specific objectives of the Consultancy are:

• Conduct a comprehensive needs assessment of MSMEs regarding energy auditing tools, including awareness, technical capacity, and perceived challenges.
• Identify the key features and functionalities required in an energy audit tool tailored to the Caribbean business environment.
• Provide recommendations on the tool’s scope, user interaction level, data requirements, and output format.
• Ensure alignment with international energy audit standards while addressing region-specific challenges and opportunities.
• Assess the role of business support organizations (BSOs) in promoting and facilitating the adoption of the tool

Scope of Work

The Consultancy will:

A. Desk Research

• Review existing energy audit tools and best practices applicable to MSMEs.
• Assess the current regulatory frameworks, incentives, and policies supporting energy efficiency and sustainability in the Caribbean.

B. Stakeholder Engagement

• Conduct surveys, interviews, and focus group discussions with MSMEs across various industries in the target countries (Bahamas, Barbados, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Trinidad and Tobago) to determine the needs and requirements of such a tool.
• Engage with key stakeholders such as BSOs, government agencies, and financial institutions to understand the support mechanisms available for energy audits.

C. Analysis and Reporting

• Analyze data collected from MSMEs to determine their level of awareness, willingness to adopt EE/RECP/VSS practices, and technical gaps.
• Provide recommendations for structuring the audit tool, including data input methods, interactive features, and reporting formats.
• Identify potential barriers to adoption and propose strategies for overcoming them

Duration

The consultancy is expected to be completed within four (4) months, with milestones aligned with deliverables

Submission Guidelines

Interested candidates should submit the following:

• A detailed CV highlighting relevant experience.
• A technical proposal outlining the approach and methodology for the consultancy.
• A financial proposal detailing the consultancy fees in USD.
• Contact information for at least two professional references.
• Signed Applicant Declaration Form

Deadline for submission: September 30, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. (AST)

Email submissions to: greenenergy@carib-export.com

Please see below to download full terms of reference for this consultancy.

Caribbean Export Development Agency invites applications for a 3-month internship designed to:

• Support the implementation of Caribbean Export’s export development and promotion projects.
• Build the intern’s technical and professional competencies in trade-related project implementation.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement and knowledge exchange with regional businesses and institutions.

Scope of Internship

The Intern will be placed within the Technical Programmes Unit, under the supervision of the Lead – Export Development and Promotion. The intern will contribute to:

A. Export Development and Promotion

• Conduct research and synthesize trade-related information, market intelligence, and policy developments.
• Support the organization and delivery of webinars, workshops, trade missions, exhibitions, and B2B matchmaking events.
• Engage beneficiaries to assess readiness and support needs for participation in promotional activities.

B. Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

• Liaise with MSMEs, government agencies, and development partners to collect information and share updates.
• Maintain and update databases such as MSME and buyer/importer lists.
• Support outreach efforts to ensure stakeholder alignment with project deliverables and timelines.

C. Monitoring and Reporting

• Assist in gathering, organizing, and entering performance monitoring and evaluation (M&E) data, where applicable.
• Contribute to the drafting of summary reports and documentation of project outcomes.

D. Administrative Support

• Provide logistical and documentation support for events and initiatives.
• Undertake other related duties as assigned.

Expected Deliverables

The intern will be expected to deliver the following:

• Bi-weekly progress updates.
• Research briefs or summary memos.
• Stakeholder contact logs.
• Event support summaries and participant feedback.
• M&E data inputs and/or analysis, where applicable.

Qualifications and Skills

• A minimum of a first degree in International Trade, Economics, Business, International Relations, Development Studies, or a related field.
• Strong research, analytical, and writing abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated interest in regional integration, trade policy, and private sector development will be an asset
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a dynamic environment.
• Candidates must already be based in Barbados at the time of application.

Submission Details

Interested candidates are invited to submit the following to Ms. Natasha Edwin Walcott, Lead Export Development and Promotion at nwalcott@carib-export.com, copying Ms. Veronica Henry vhenry@carib-export.com by 23^rd September 2025, 11:59 PM AST.

1. A cover letter outlining their motivation and suitability for the internship.
2. A curriculum vitae (CV).

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Caribbean Export Development Agency invites CARIFORUM-based agro-processing and digital services firms to express interest in joining a high-impact business matchmaking mission to Europe, scheduled between October 2025 and February 2026. This initiative is implemented under the European Union’s Global Gateway Regional Private Sector Development Programme III (RPSDP) and aims to deepen Caribbean-EU economic engagement through the CARIFORUM-EU Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA).

BACKGROUND & OBJECTIVE

This mission will connect high-potential Caribbean firms with buyers, distributors, developers, investors, and innovation networks in Belgium, France, and the Netherlands—three strategic EU markets offering gateway access, consumer demand for Caribbean goods and services, and re-export advantages. Targeted sectors are:

1. Value-Added Agro-Processing – including sauces and condiments, tropical fruit products, heritage beverages including spirits, plant-based snacks, and other clean-label, organic, or sustainable food products.
2. Digital Services – including fintech, e-commerce platforms, UX/UI design, AI solutions, cybersecurity, and mobile app development.

Through pre-mission training, tailored market intelligence, and structured B2B meetings, participating firms will be positioned to expand market share, secure contracts, and establish long-term EU partnerships.

CARIBBEAN EXPORT SUPPORT

• Selected firms will receive support valued at over €10,000, each, including:
• Accommodation in European markets to undertake the mission and business matchmaking.
• Ground transport in the identified EU markets to facilitate the mission.
• Virtual training on EU market entry, compliance, and business pitching.
• On-the-ground matchmaking facilitation and networking in Brussels Belgium, including a Caribbean Products & Services Showcase.
• Visit to a trade expo where aligned with EU trade events.
• Minimum 3–5 pre-arranged B2B meetings per firm in each target country.
• Marketing and promotional material adapted for EU audiences.

FIRM RESPONSIBILITIES

• Return airfare to Europe and travel within Europe to the identified markets.
• Meals, personal expenses, and local transport (unless included in official programme).
• Other branded promotional material (brochures, business cards, etc.).
• Other associated expenses incurred during the trip, including the cost of shipment of samples, where applicable, travel insurance, visa fees etc.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested firms must:

1. Complete and submit the following form, Invitation to Participate in the 2025-2026 Caribbean Export Trade Mission to Europe – Belgium, France, and the Netherlands Survey.
2. Submit a 3–5-minute video introducing the company, stating motivation for joining, and outlining expected outcomes.

Applications should be submitted at the link above and accompanying videos emailed to trademission@carib-export.com and copied to technicalprogrammes@carib-export.com by 23:59 AST, September 7, 2025.

Shortlisted firms may undergo an export readiness assessment. Final selection will be confirmed by September 30, 2025.

Selected firms will need to provide confirmed flight details 6 weeks before the mission.

Download the full EOI below.