Livelihood Officer at Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS)

Job Summary

The Livelihoods Officer under the supervision of Project Director will be responsible for designing, implementing, and monitoring livelihoods projects, providing support to beneficiaries in income-generating activities, and assessing the impact of interventions. S/He will collaborate with local communities, stakeholders, and partners to enhance economic opportunities and sustainable livelihoods for vulnerable populations. Additionally, S/He ensures quality delivery of activities within budget and set timeline.

Key Responsibilities of the position

Role/Mission

• To work with the JRS program and M&E teams to prepare market monitoring tools and to understand the market and community dynamics within which the targeting and implementation of the livelihood interventions will be conducted.
• Design, plan, and implement livelihoods projects in line with the JRS' goal.
• Develop project work plans, terms of reference and budgets.
• Work with JRS program and M&E teams to conduct assessments to identify the needs, skills, and resources of target populations.
• Analyse market trends and opportunities for income-generating activities.
• Facilitate workshop, training and capacity-building initiatives to enhance beneficiaries' skills and capabilities.
• Establish and implement monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to regularly assess project progress and impact for livelihood projects and making necessary adjustments.
• Identify and pursue funding opportunities to sustain livelihood projects.
• Build and maintain relationships with local communities, government agencies, NGOs, and other stakeholders.
• Support the development of training plans, training curricula, and training materials and making sure they are validated by the Project Director.
• Support the development and promotion of income-generating activities.
• To ensure the quality and efficiency of all Livelihoods intervention on the project.
• Facilitate access to financial services and resources for beneficiaries.
• Prepare and submit activity, weekly, monthly reports on project activities, outcomes, and challenges.
• Ensure compliance with reporting requirements of donors and partners.
• Identify best practices and lessons learned.
• Participate in the assessment of gaps and needs in the sector of intervention and exchanging information with the Project Director.
• Facilitate community meetings, focus group discussion and other as required by the program.
• Promote PSEA and safeguarding standards within JRS and amongst the beneficiaries it serves.
• Engage with communities to understand their needs and preferences.
• Promote community participation and ownership in livelihood initiatives.

Required Profile 

Qualification  

• Have a minimum of bachelor’s degree in social science, agronomy, agricultural economics and other related field. 

Experience and Skills

• Have a minimum of 3 years experience in livelihood related programing  
• Experience working in emergency settings (deep field), particularly in Northeast/Northwest Nigeria.
• Must have strong English-writing and reporting skills
• Must have good knowledge of the local languages (Hausa and Fulfude).
• Have good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong data management skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills and ability to operate in challenging environments.
• Well organized, thorough and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to manage complaints from beneficiaries and other stakeholders.

Qualities

• Adhere to JRS values and abide by the code of conduct and other policies.
• Proficient command of the English language (written and oral).
• Proven work experience in multicultural and stressful environments.
• Trustworthiness, integrity and accountability.
• Strong ability to work independently, organize work, meet deadlines, maintain composure, prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to details.
• Ability to adapt to working conditions and tasks that may change with the reality of the field.

Equal Opportunity, Safeguarding & Anti-Fraud Notice

• Equal Opportunity & Diversity: Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Zero Tolerance for Fraud & Corruption: JRS does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, shortlisting, interviewing, processing, training, or any other fees).
• Strict Anti-Bribery Policy: JRS maintains a zero-tolerance policy against fraud, bribery, and financial exploitation. Money or gifts of any kind are strictly prohibited and are not accepted at any phase of hiring.