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International Development Officer
As a key player in a company’s expansion strategy, the International Development Officer supports growth beyond national borders. At the crossroads of commerce, strategy and intercultural relations, this professional identifies new markets, forges partnerships and steers the establishment of companies abroad. Find out everything you need to know about this internationally-focused profession.
The business
What is an International Development Officer?
Its role
The International Development Manager manages the company’s geographical expansion beyond national borders. You will define and implement commercial strategies for foreign markets. Your mission: to identify growth opportunities and develop the organisation’s international business.
Its field of action
As an International Development Manager, you will work in a stimulating multicultural environment. You will work closely with general management, the marketing and communications teams and local partners. Your remit will include market research, commercial negotiations and international relations management. You will work mainly at the company’s head office, but will also travel regularly abroad to develop your professional network.
The functions
What does an International Development Officer do?
As International Development Manager, your day-to-day work is punctuated by a variety of strategic and operational challenges.
You analyse foreign markets and identify commercial opportunities
You draw up international expansion strategies tailored to each geographical area
You negotiate partnerships with local distributors and sales agents
You manage the launch of the offering in new territories
You coordinate marketing and communications activities with local teams
You will manage relations with international customers and ensure their loyalty
You monitor sales performance and adjust strategies according to results
You represent the company at trade fairs and on trade missions abroad
Qualifications
Qualities and skills needed to be a good International Development Officer
Strategic vision and analysis
Your ability to analyse foreign markets is fundamental. You can identify trends, assess the competition and anticipate regulatory changes so that you can adapt your offering to local conditions.
Fluency in foreign languages
Linguistic excellence is your greatest asset. You can communicate easily in English and other languages depending on your geographical area, making negotiations and commercial relations easier.
Intercultural leadership
Your cultural intelligence enables you to navigate effectively in multicultural environments. You can adapt your communication skills and bring together international teams with different cultural codes.
The benefits
What are the advantages of working as an International Development Officer?
As an International Development Officer, you’ll have a direct impact on the company’s growth and international reputation. You will play an active role in economic development by building bridges between markets. The multicultural dimension will constantly enrich your professional and personal vision.
Your expertise is rapidly becoming sought after by companies looking to expand internationally. The autonomy you’ll enjoy and the variety of assignments you’ll be given mean you’ll enjoy constant professional fulfilment. Your career prospects will take you to positions such as export sales manager, international zone manager or international development manager.
Remuneration
International development officer: salary and career development
The job offers attractive remuneration, which rises significantly with experience. At the start of your career, you can expect a salary of 30,000 euros gross per year. After a few years’ experience, this salary rises to 50,000 euros gross per year, and can reach up to 75,000 euros gross per year.
In addition, there are often significant benefits, including a company car, bonuses for sales targets, profit-sharing and reduced working hours. Your career prospects will take you into export sales management or strategic positions in multinational groups.
Up to
75 000€
Salary per year
Training courses
How do I become an International Development Officer?
Our training courses
To become an international development manager, join a recognised school like INSEEC. Our teaching methods combine academic excellence with professional immersion. Our corporate partnerships and international network guarantee that your training will be in tune with the realities of the profession.
For example, you could opt for the MSc International Business Management
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