Country: Central African Republic
Closing date: 11 Aug 2016
Contract: One Year Fixed Term (Renewable)
Ref: LPM/IPD-WAf/0716
Location: Central African Republic
Salary:£26,112 per annum + Additional Benefits*
We are currently recruiting a Livelihood Programme Manager to be based in the Central African Republic. The Livelihoods Programme Manager is responsible for ensuring effective design and implementation of the Interfaith Peace building Partnership (CIPP) programming with a focus on equitable recovery of livelihood for vulnerable Central Africans. The post holder will be responsible for increasing quantity, quality and competitiveness of the income generating activities (IGAs), supporting the formation and functioning of association of farmers and other groups across the country. The post holder will support businesses to improve their product/services, improve their processes and enter new market channels. In addition, the post holder will have background in agricultural production, market assessments, rural market linkages, and capacity building in value chains.
The Livelihoods Programme Manager will promote the sharing of good practices, global tools and learning among IR Africa country offices, and technical specialists. The post holder will lead the development of livelihood proposals and explore potential funding opportunities from IR Partners and institutional donors.
It is essential that the successful candidate has a degree in Agriculture\Economics\Development Studies or related field and experience. S(H)e will have experience of working internationally in economic/livelihoods programme in a humanitarian or development context. The post holder will have experience in programme design and development including developing concept notes and strong proposals. The job holder should have experience working in development issues with USAID or with an implementing partner. The candidate should have an excellent working knowledge of written and spoken English and French. The knowledge of the local language is also desirable.
Closing date: 11th August 2016
*National candidates are encouraged to apply, but will receive the salary not benefits.
Islamic Relief promotes equality and meritocracy, and seeks individuals who agree with the IR values together with our policy standards on Anti-Bribery, Child Protection and Code of Conduct. We will carry out screening checks and will take out references on your behalf if you are selected.
Applicants should be sympathetic to the values of Islamic Relief.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Islamic Relief is an equal opportunities employer.
How to apply:
If you are talented, reliable, service minded, resilient and a highly motivated professional, with a strong commitment to IRW’s values and beliefs, please apply by downloading the application pack from our website www.islamic-relief.cor/work-with-us/ and forward the completed form to recruitment@irworldwide.org on or before the closing date.