Railway Legal and Institutional Framework Expert

About the role

The Global Gateway Transport Support Mechanism (GGTSM) seeks a senior national expert to strengthen Peru’s railway legal and institutional framework. The expert will contribute to the development of technical standards, design manuals, and strategic governance recommendations that support safe, efficient, and interoperable railway development.

Key responsibilities

• Review and develop harmonised railway standards for infrastructure, signalling, and safety systems.
• Prepare technical design manuals aligned with international best practices.
• Provide strategic recommendations and technical inputs for the upcoming Railway Transport Law.
• Support the design of institutional coordination mechanisms and regulatory frameworks.

Required profile

• University degree in law, public administration, transport policy or a related field.
• Minimum 15 years of professional experience in commercial law, infrastructure regulation, or public‑sector legal advisory.
• At least 3 years of experience preparing or reviewing infrastructure legislation or regulatory frameworks.
• Experience working with ministries, regulatory agencies or public institutions.
• Fluency in English and Spanish, both written and spoken.

Required skills

• Legal drafting
• Analytical skills
• Reporting