Program Assistant - Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLA) at COOPI - Cooperazione Internazionale

Key Responsibilities
VSLA Formation and Capacity Building:

• Assist in forming and training Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs).
• Train group members on savings, loans, financial literacy, and business skills.
• Support VSLA groups in record-keeping and governance.

Monitoring and Reporting:

• Track VSLA group performance, savings, and loan repayment rates.
• Document success stories and challenges.
• Submit regular reports to the VSLA Officer.

Livelihoods and Economic Recovery:

• Link VSLAs to income-generating activities and market opportunities.
• Support small business development among group members.
• Support financial literacy training and linkages to financial institutions of VSLA members
• Promote digitalization of the VSLA groups in partnership with Airtel

Social Cohesion and Peacebuilding:

• Promote inclusive participation (women, youth, marginalized groups) in VSLAs.
• Integrate peacebuilding dialogues within VSLA meetings.

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma/Degree in Economics, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in VSLA, microfinance, or community-based savings programs.
• Strong facilitation and training skills.
• Proficiency in Hausa/Kanuri (local language required).
• Experience in conflict-affected settings is an advantage.

General Conditions for this position:

• Willingness to travel frequently to rural communities.
• Adherence to project policies on gender equality and conflict sensitivity.
• Collaborate with other project teams (peacebuilding, Forestry and Natural Resources Management, Nutrition, etc.).