Lead the development of a comprehensive Livelihoods and Economic Development (ED) strategy tailored to the unique needs and context of affected populations.
Craft innovative approaches and interventions that prioritize sustainable, resilient livelihoods as integral components of the recovery process.
Meet donors to preposition for new program ideas and models based on evidence.
Develop the technical/sectoral components of new proposals, in consultation with Programs, MEAL and Operations teams ensuring sustainability and impact.
Provide input into budget of technical components within new proposals.
Lead in design with Programs team and Operations for potential new proposals in Livelihoods/ED based on emerging new needs and ensure documenting of evidence.
Participate in development of new Response strategy and priorities based on emerging needs and donor interests.
Lead development of Technical approaches and technical programs in alignment with strategy.
Support implementation, monitoring and reporting
Provide technical supervision to field Livelihoods/ED staff including coaching, sharing resources and materials, revision of reports, analysing lessons, etc.
Closely monitor implementation from a technical perspective and establish systems of measuring impact as well as documenting evidence
Drive the conceptualization and implementation of Livelihoods and ED programs, ensuring alignment with the overarching strategy.
Collaborate closely with relevant stakeholders to identify opportunities for synergy and maximize the impact of interventions.
Conduct field spot checks on regular basis to monitor progress of projects and discuss challenges with field teams.
Co-lead with MEAL team the development of Evidence Building Plans (EBPs) for Technical Programs and for new projects.
Develop sector measurement tools in collaboration with MEAL team. Specifically, set sectorial/technical tool questions based on accredited global tools.
Provide technical review of livelihood/Economic Development/Food Security procurement related bids to ensure quality and value for money.
Review grant progress reports and M&E reports specifically program findings and recommendations.
Collaborate with MEAL team in organizing learning and reflections sessions for projects to track and document evidence.
Staff matrix Management & Capacity Building
Revise Livelihoods/ED related JDs when needed and participate in the recruitment of relevant project and technical staff.
Develop and revise Livelihoods/ED capacity building plans and share with P&C.
Orient and train Response relevant staff (including direct/matrix reports) on Livelihoods/ED Technical Programs, standards, tools, models, etc.
Provide regular feedback on performance for matrix reports.
Networking & External Engagement
Engage in networking and coordination with external Livelihoods/ED Stakeholders and partners (Livelihoods/ED clusters, working groups etc.
Participate in workshops, training and internal Response meetings, workshops, etc.
Coordinate with regional office and other relevant internal stakeho
Benefits
Vision insurance
Additional Information
With over 70 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.
Come join our 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children's life stories!
Employee Contract Type:
International Assignment - Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
Job Description:
Country location to be determined based on response.
Please submit your Cover Letter and CV in English.
Children's lives can change in an instant in the wake of war, disasters and humanitarian emergencies. We see how vulnerable they are and how much they need our protection.
Joining our Emergency Response Roster means you can be a part of our response, providing immediate support when disaster strikes.
Here's where you come in:
As a Livelihoods/Economic Development Advisor in a response, your primary responsibility to spearhead the economic recovery and resilience-building efforts of affected households and communities. Your expertise will be instrumental in crafting and executing livelihoods interventions aimed at not just restoring, but enhancing, the economic well-being of those impacted by crises.The Livelihoods/ED Advisor is responsible of: 1. Drafting the Livelihoods and ED strategy. 2. Supporting the development of Livelihoods and ED programs. 3. Providing technical support to project teams for quality assurance. 4. Empowering and building capacities of the field staff 5. Representing the Response in cluster and working groups and with relevant Ministries/stakeholders, 6. Advocate for the prioritization of livelihoods and economic recovery within the broader humanitarian agenda, leveraging your expertise to drive policy dialogue and resource mobilization efforts.
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