1. Job Profile 

2. Key Responsibilities  

1. Program Planning and Implementation: 

• Develop detailed plans for incorporating livelihood-related activities into project development and implementation. 

• Plan, implement, and monitor the livelihood components of the project in accordance with approved donor agreements and local government guidelines. 

• Carry out baseline needs assessments with project teams and local partners to identify and prioritize livelihood needs. 

2. Database and Market Development: 

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive database of trainees' cohorts for job placement in target markets. 

• Create and manage an enterprise product database to support promotion and marketing initiatives. 

• Conduct mapping of employees in on-farm and off-farm sectors and potential target markets. 

3. Product Promotion and Market Engagement: 

• Develop inventories for product promotion and exhibitions. 

• Organize and facilitate participation in exhibitions, roadshows, and "Show and Tell" events. 

• Establish and manage product displays in key market areas to enhance visibility and sales. 

4. Networking and Linkages: 

• Develop partnerships with private and public sector organizations such as SMEDA, Chambers, and cooperatives for market inclusion and access to public funds. 

• Create linkages between small enterprises and microfinance service providers to facilitate affordable financing for business scaling. 

• Connect beneficiaries with digital marketing platforms and resources, including the National Incubation Centre and other digital tools. 

• Collaborate with social media influencers to boost sales and expand market reach. 

5. Capacity Building and Training: 

• Design and develop training modules focused on marketing and entrepreneurship. 

• Facilitate and deliver training sessions to build the capacity of trainees in business management and market integration. 

• Support beneficiaries in developing tailored business plans to achieve sustainability. 

6. IEC Materials and Reporting: 

• Develop Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) materials for organizational products and job placement initiatives. 

• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly work plans and activity timelines. 

• Undertake any additional duties assigned by the line manager to meet project goals.  

• Will ensure the highest standards of behavior inside and outside of work promotes the values in Organization code of conduct and safeguarding policies 

• Will be a model for ethical conduct standards for other team members 

• Will ensure own actions and the actions of the team members they manage do not impact the safety of the team and the vulnerable communities we serve 

• Will ensure external stakeholders are aware of Organizational conduct and reporting mechanisms  

• Report any concerns 

Person Specification 

Skills, knowledge and expertiserequired for the role.  

• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in job placement, market development, or business promotion, preferably in the NGO/INGO sector. 

• Proven experience in networking with private and public sectors andfacilitating linkages for business and market integration. 

• Strong expertise in database management, market analysis, and product promotion. 

• Excellent communication, networking, and interpersonal skills. 

• Proficiency in digital marketing tools and platforms. 

• Experience in designing and delivering capacity-building training. 

• Demonstrated ability to develop business plans and IEC materials. 

• Self-motivated and proactive with strong problem-solving skills. 

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment. 

• Commitment to the organization's mission and values.