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Since 1979, we have helped people grappling with the toughest hardships survive - and then thrive. That’s the heart of our approach: We help communities turn crisis into opportunity. Throughout our history, Mercy Corps has demonstrated innovation, timeliness and the ability to adapt quickly to changing realities.
The HHES Advisor will provide overall technical direction on household economic strengthening s of the proposed umbrella grants program. S/he will assist with the development of innovative economic strengthening strategies for vulnerable households to compliment other Nigerian government, private sector and international donor funded program interventions by strengthening the capacity of Nigerian entities (NGOs, CSO, local financial institutions). S/he will guide a portfolio of approaches and activities that mitigate economic vulnerability and enable targeted households to better cope with economic shocks allowing them to protect and grow financial, human and social assets. S/he will facilitate relationships between households caring for OVC and public and private sector actors by identifying economic constraints and ensuring appropriate activities that have long-term viability. Emphasis will be placed on market-oriented strategies to ensure sustainability of livelihood gains, including: private sector demand-driven job creation, enterprise development, financial education, value chain linkages and appropriate savings, credit and insurance services for various age groups.
The HHES Advisor will design a call for proposals for CSOs to lead interventions and engage the private sector in solutions. The HHES Advisor will work closely with Save the Children, counterparts with other donor funded programs, and private sector actors in designing and implementing innovative economic strengthening and livelihoods support approaches.
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
MA/S in Business, finance, economics, agriculture, agribusiness, agricultural economics, or related field
At least 5 years work experience with for profit organization, non-governmental organization (NGO) or for-profit agribusiness working with vulnerable, marginalized groups in West Africa, preferably Nigeria
Proven knowledge of international best practices of household economic strengthening for OVC and OVC caregivers.
At least 5 years proven experience in innovative value chain development or business models using best practices.
Proven experience in one or more of the following: market-driven economic development, private sector engagement, microfinance, village savings and loan associations (VSLA), micro-insurance, entrepreneurship development, and value chain linkages.
Fluency in English required, including report development, writing and editing; preference given to candidates fluent in Hausa.
Strong management skills, with good understanding of relevant cross-cultural issues.
Preference given to candidates with previous professional experience in Nigeria, especially in Northern Nigeria.
Demonstrated experience in training, capacity building of partners and team members.
Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members required
Highly developed computers skills with strong familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel are mandatory.
Deadline for all applications: 20th December, 2012 at 16:00 (deadline may be revised without notice).
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