Livelihood & Food Security Assistant (Volunteer) at Gidauniya Aid Empowerment Foundation Initiative (GAEFI)

Location of Implementation: Borno, Adamawa, Yobe, Katsina, Zamfara & Sokoto States, Nigeria.

Position Summary

The Livelihood Assistant (Volunteer) will support the implementation of community-based livelihood activities aimed at improving income generation and self-sufficiency among target beneficiaries. The volunteer will work closely with the Livelihood Officer or Program Coordinator to facilitate skills training, monitor beneficiaries’ progress, and assist in organizing livelihood and economic empowerment sessions.

This volunteer role offers valuable experience for individuals interested in community development, entrepreneurship, and economic empowerment initiatives.

Specific Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the planning and implementation of livelihood and skills-training sessions (e.g., tailoring, agribusiness, food processing, crafts, ICT).
• Assist in mobilizing community members to participate in vocational and entrepreneurship programs.
• Maintain attendance records, collect progress data, and support monitoring of trainees’ performance.
• Facilitate small-group mentoring sessions and promote peer learning among participants.
• Help identify local market opportunities and link trainees with potential buyers or suppliers.
• Participate in organizing exhibitions or community events to showcase livelihood products and achievements.
• Document success stories, lessons learned, and beneficiaries’ feedback for program improvement.
• Support basic data entry and contribute to monthly activity reports.
• Ensure gender inclusion and participation of vulnerable groups in all livelihood interventions.

Areas of Accountability

The LFS Assistant (Volunteer) will be accountable for:

• Program Implementation: Ensuring all assigned LFS and Multi-purpose cash assistance MPCA activities are conducted in line with the organization’s/donors requirements
• Data and Reporting: Accurately collecting and submitting data to supervisors for review and reporting.
• Community Engagement: Representing GAEFI positively in all community interactions.
• Code of Conduct Compliance: Upholding the organization’s values, maintaining confidentiality, and adhering to safeguarding and ethical standards.
• Team Collaboration: Working collaboratively with other volunteers and staff to achieve program objectives effectively.

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of a diploma in Business, Agriculture, Economics, nutrition, or related field is an advantage. Bachelor’s degree is a plus.
• Interested or experienced in livelihood, entrepreneurship, or community development programs is a plus.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Basic record-keeping and reporting ability.
• Willingness to work closely with diverse community members.
• Fluency in English and local languages is desirable.