SNV Netherlands Development Organisation
DUE: 18 APR 2023
Contract
Contract type: National employment contract
Company Description
SNV Netherlands Development Organisation
SNV is a not-for-profit international development organisation that applies practical knowledge to make a lasting difference in the lives of people living in poverty. We use our extensive and long-term in-country presence to apply and adapt our top-notch expertise in agriculture, energy and WASH to local contexts. SNV has over 1250 staff in more than 25 countries in Asia, Africa and Latin America. We are proud to be a not-for-profit organisation that uses project financing to implement our mission. This requires us to work efficiently and to invest in operational excellence.
For more information on SNV, visit our website: www.snv.org
In anticipation of funding, SNV is recruiting for the position of Village Savings and Lending & Markets Project Field Officer, five (5) positions.
Job Description
In anticipation of funding, SNV Netherlands Development Organisation is recruiting for five (5) positions to fill the roles of Project Field Officers – Village Savings & Lending and Marketing based in Masvingo, Zimbabwe. The Village Savings and Lending (VSL) & Marketing Project Field Officer will be responsible for providing training to VSL groups within communities, supporting the establishment of subsequent VSL groups and providing ongoing monitoring and support to groups after establishment to ensure they are successful and transparent. The officer will also be responsible for market development by facilitating effective and profitable participation of targeted smallholder farmers and value chain actors integrating them in formal market chains. The Officer will lead on project data collection, collation and analysis, as well as carrying out project deliverables and building good relationships with partners in the field. Primary duties will involve field level operations with frequent visits to project communities in rural areas to meet with project beneficiaries, working closely with community leaders and partners in the field.
Key accountabilities (not-all-inclusive)
Stakeholder and community orientation and sensitisation;
Mobilize target community to fully participate in all aspects of the project;
Provide VSL, FaaB, Marketing and Postharvest handling & storage Training to beneficiaries;
Ensure VSL groups are setup and actively functioning and working;
Work closely with cluster facilitators to implement VSL activities and to continue monitoring and supporting the groups;
Identifies and capacitates VSL groups on Income generating activities;
Provide business development and financial literacy training to VSL clients;
Responsible for monitoring and evaluation of VSL activities in targeted communities;
Ensure tracking of VSL group performance through MIS system;
Facilitate market linkages between farmer groups and commodity buyers;
Develop and coordinate strong relationships with relevant value chain actors (e.g. Traders, input supply companies, processors, producer marketing groups) with guidance from SNV project Advisors and Project Coordinator;
Conducts community capacity building, such as training of committees, Cluster facilitators and market facilitators;
Prepare monitoring and progress reports, which include updates on key activities/achievements using quantitative data as well as qualitative information;
Build strong relationships with
Qualifications
Diploma/Degree in Agriculture, Agricultural economics, Marketing or Social sciences;
Experience in NGO work, and working with private sector is an added advantage;
Applicants must be able to ride a motorcycle and possess a class 3 or 4 driver’s license;
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in initiating and supporting the formation and effective functioning of VSL groups;
Knowledge and experience in linking farmers to markets;
Adult learning, training, coaching and mentoring skills;
Good communication skills;
Computer literacy – including Microsoft word and excel.
Additional Information
Contract duration: One year, national contract.
TO APPLY
CLICK HERE and complete your application by 18 April 2023. Applicants to submit cover letter and CV.
We do not appreciate third-party mediation based on this advertisement.
NB: Only shortlisted will be contacted.