Livelihood Officer (Life-saving Assistance) at Finpact Development Foundation (FINDEF)

Finpact Development Foundation (FINDEF) is an indigenous non-governmental organization. Our focus is on delivering lasting value through the work we do, making us trusted advisors to all our partners. We are actively involved in the food security, livelihood and education projects, as well as government-led NGO coordination committee platform. Our local presence, capacity, experience, relationships, understanding of local culture and context are all major factors that enable us deliver humanitarian response. We are guided by humanitarian principles and our working philosophy with partners includes commitment to transparency, accountability, shared goals, honesty and trust. We keep a fast paced environment where self-motivated and independent Individuals who are looking to constantly develop themselves thrive well. We pride ourselves in working at hard to reach communities while maintaining keen focus on culture and management structures that support excellent interaction with partners and stakeholders.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Livelihood Officer (Life-saving Assistance)

Location: Borno
Job type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Livelihood Officer is responsible for the implementation of the complementary livelihood activities in the Life-saving Assistance project.
• The role will focus on providing skills building, financial literacy sessions, VSLAs, and support to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to improve food and nutrition security for communities affected by the crisis.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement the livelihood component of Life-saving assistance project including financial literacy sessions, VSLAs and support to MSMEs.
• Conduct financial literacy, bookkeeping and business management trainings to the identified beneficiaries.
• Promote nutrition-sensitive and/or climate-smart agriculture interventions at the household level, including the provision of non-food items for small vegetable gardens to improve households' nutrition and self-sufficiency.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all activities and provide regular reports
• Provide targeted beneficiaries with inputs and support them with technical support during program implementation.
• Arrange a conducive venue for the training of beneficiaries and ensure training materials and tools are adequate to deliver the trainings.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Economics, Rural Development, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in implementing livelihood and/or microfinance programs in humanitarian or development contexts.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with project management software.
• Fluency in English and Hausa, with knowledge of local languages in the target area an advantage.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with communities and stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and under pressure in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Additional Information:

• The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping those affected by crisis, and the ability to work effectively in a challenging environment.
• They should be self-motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• This position requires an individual who is able to manage their time effectively, prioritize tasks, and take initiative in solving problems.
• The candidate should have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong relationships with local partners, stakeholders, and communities.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@findef.org using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Application Deadline  31st March, 2023.

Note

• This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties but is intended to be a general representation of the role and responsibilities.
• The job description may be subject to change as the project evolves