ACDI/VOCA Livelihoods Specialist, Rwanda

Since 1963 and in 145 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has 84 projects in 40 countries and revenues of approximately $168 million.

We are currently seeking a Livelihoods Specialist for an anticipated US Department of Labor (USDOL) funded education and livelihoods program focused on reducing children’s participation in child labor in tea growing areas of Rwanda. The Livelihoods/Agriculture Specialist will be the principal technical advisor for activities and interventions focused on the household and community level; program activities will focus on reducing child labor in the production of tea by increasing children’s access to education, promoting decent work for older children and economic opportunities for the households most vulnerable to child labor in tea growing areas.

Responsibilities: Analyze needs at the community level, assess resources available for addressing the needs of vulnerable households, and suggest approaches for filling gaps in programming. Consider innovative approaches, as appropriate, and recommend how they may be implemented and their impact assessed. Where feasible, she/he will promote integration of the above activities with those across the anticipated program. Network with relevant Ministries, other NGOs, local government officials, and community leaders to ensure support and local ownership of project activities. Lead development of strategies for long or short-term interventions.

Qualifications: Education Requirements: Masters Degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience. Experience Requirements: Minimum of three years of experience in a leadership position responsible for developing livelihood interventions and the technical aspects related to the Applicant’s proposed strategy, including skills training, micro-lending, micro-savings, employment generation, alternative/additional income generation, youth employment and social protection. Experience in projects promoting livelihood interventions, as applicable. Understanding of child labor issues, including youth employment and OSH. Experience working successfully with government agencies and private organizations engaged in promoting improved livelihoods for households and the provision of social protection services. Experience working with employers' organizations, trade unions or other civil society organizations. Strong written and spoken English skills.

How to apply:

Please apply online at http://acdivoca.maxhire.net/cp/?E5556F361D43515B7E59192F77571E6E0D627B4D. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.