Women and Youth/Livelihood Specialist at Kaduna State Government

Project Summary

• The World Bank APPEALS Project seeks to catalyse improved livelihood through increased agro-processing and significant growth in productivity.
• Eligible beneficiaries are small farmer groups or cooperative societies, small and medium commercial farmers, and youth and women.
• The project aims to increase value addition of priority agricultural value chains in six states, including Kaduna.

Functions and Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of SPC, the specialist will coordinate women and youth livelihood support activities under the project.
• The incumbent will further work with the project team to ensure gender mainstreaming in the project.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of Master's degree in Agricultural Economics, MBA, Economics, Sociology, Gender and Development Studies, and other related disciplines
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in development projects (with livelihood components)
• Experienced in participatory stakeholder consultation and engagement
• Demonstrated ability to mobilise group for action e.g. group formation, credit administration or social action
• Excellent facilitation skills and experience in preparing and reviewing business plans or proposal
• Good knowledge of social development/safeguard issues such as gender and youth policies & issues
• Strong knowledge of computer applications including Geo-enabling or Geographical Information System skill is an added advantage
• Experience in coordinating stakeholder feedback or inquiries