Confidential
Livelihood / SME Associate
Confidential
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Posted date 27th June, 2025 Last date to apply 2nd July, 2025
Country Pakistan Locations Pishin, Loralai, Jaffarabad
Category Community & Social Services
Type Contractual Positions 3
Experience 3 years

Programme: Post-Floods Resilient Recovery and Strengthening of the Livestock Sector in Balochistan - The programme aims to empower communities, particularly women, by organizing them into livestock producer groups for collective production and the establishment of community-led livestock markets. It also seeks to support women and youth-led micro, small, and medium enterprises in developing value chains for sheep, goats, and poultry. The programme will be implemented across 120 union councils in six (6) flood-affected districts of Balochistan. The overall objective of the programme is to contribute to post 2022 floods climate-resilient socioeconomic recovery in the most affected and poorest districts of Balochistan province. The specific objective is improved value chains and market linkages in agriculture and livestock sectors of Balochistan.

  • Expected Result/Output 1: Strengthened capacities of target groups in improving value addition and compliance to food safety and sustainability standards.
  • Expected Result/Output 2:  Increased livestock assets of target women and men farmers/entrepreneurs.
  • Expected Result/Output 3: Enhanced access of women and men farmers to finances for value addition of livestock and livestock products.

THE POSITION:

This position is located at District office and reports to the District Programme Manager.

SIGNIFICANCE OF THE POSITION:

S/he will be hired in each district and will coordinate with Livelihood Coordinator for effective implementation of MSMEs and livelihoods activities at the district level.

More Specifically:

  • Program Implementation Support
    • Ensure effective rollout of MSMEs and livelihood-related activities in the assigned district as per guideline.
    • Assist in identification and mobilization of potential MSME beneficiaries and support them throughout the business development process.
    • Coordination and Communication
      • Maintain regular coordination with Coordinator Livelihood/SME for technical support and progress updates.
      • Act as the focal point for MSME activities within the district, liaising with district teams, community institutions, and other stakeholders.
    • Beneficiary Support
      • Support beneficiaries in understanding training content, completing documentation, and accessing services such as markets, inputs, or financial institutions.
      • Conduct follow-up visits to track progress and challenges of supported MSMEs and livelihood initiatives.
    • Monitoring and Data Collection
      • Collect field data related to MSMEs and livelihoods activities using prescribed tools and formats.
      • Maintain updated records of all district-level beneficiaries, trainings, and support provided.
    • Reporting and Documentation
      • Submit weekly and monthly progress updates to the District Programme Manager and Coordinator Livelihood/SME.
      • Contribute to documentation of success stories, challenges, and lessons learned from the field.

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL INTERACTIONS internally with all District Project staff within District office and Head office concern staff.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, Development Studies, Agriculture, or a related field.
  • Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in MSME development, livelihoods, or community-based programming.
  • Strong interpersonal and field coordination skills.
  • Ability to work independently and travel extensively within the district.
  • Familiarity with local language(s) and culture of the assigned district is an advantage.

Skill:

  • Communication
  • Ability to work independently
  • and manage field responsibilities    

Note: The Organization have zero tolerant policy in respect of PSEA code of conduct violation

Non-Profit Organization is an equal opportunity for both Male & Female to apply.

 

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