Livelihoods Professional

Job Title: Livelihoods Professional

We are seeking an experienced professional to lead our livelihoods activities and support project teams in effectively implementing our program design.

• Support project leads/teams to deliver high-quality livelihood activities that meet project objectives.
• Enhance the technical quality of project interventions through regular coordination with our Director – Social Additionality.
• Develop detailed implementation plans and budgets; collaborate with project teams to achieve defined objectives and targets.
• Promote reflective practices to continuously refine strategies and approaches for greater impact and scalability.

Livelihood Development:

• Establish women-led Plastic Collection Centers and Collection Points within waste collector communities.
• Launch e-tricycle-based plastic waste collection initiatives for informal waste collectors.
• Implement skill training initiatives and develop market linkages to ensure decent income opportunities for target groups.

Capacity Building:

• Organize entrepreneurship awareness and development programs for beneficiaries.
• Conduct EAPs (Entrepreneurship Awareness Programs), EDPs (Entrepreneurship Development Programs), and mentorship sessions for emerging entrepreneurs.
• Offer continuous business support and mentorship for women micro-entrepreneurs.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Log key performance indicators (KPIs) into our platform for monitoring.
• Ensure accurate, timely documentation and data flow through our technology platform.
• Submit daily, weekly, and monthly reports in prescribed formats.

Qualifications, Experience & Knowledge:

• Master's degree in Social Work/Sciences, Entrepreneurship Development, or related fields.
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing livelihood or income generation programs in the social sector.
• Experience in social business development is highly desirable.
• Prior experience working with informal sectors and vulnerable workforce.

Skills and Competencies:

• Innovative and collaborative mindset.
• Strong analytical, financial, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Results-driven with a strong sense of accountability.

Operational Excellence (Project Implementation & Management):

• Proven ability to manage project deliverables within timelines and budgets.