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Food Security and Economic Development Coordinator

JOB SUMMARY

Company World Vision ...
Industry NGO/IGO/INGO
Category Agriculture
Location Accra
Job Status Full-time
Salary GH¢ 
Education Master’...
Experience 5 years
Job Expires May 08, 2014
Contact ...
 

Company Profile

As a global Christian relief, development and advocacy organisation, 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.

Our vision for every child, life in all its fullness. Our prayer for every heart, the will to make it so.

Job Description

World Vision Ghana (WVG) is looking for a highly qualified, proactive, and motivated person to fill the position of Food Security and Economic Development Coordinator.

Purpose of the Position
The Food Security and Economic Development Coordinator will provide leadership in developing and rolling out a Food Security and Economic Development strategy for Ghana. Lead in developing initiatives that promote livelihoods and economic security for targeted families in operational programs areas.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and roll out the food security and economic development programs/projects.
  • Lead the acquisition of grant funding that support employment creation, income generation, value addition and marketing opportunities for target families, groups and communities.
  • Assist Programs Managers to establish village savings and loan schemes and other products and liaise with Vision Fund to ensure that successful groups access micro finance to develop and grow their micro enterprises / businesses.
  • Build staff capacity and provide technical assistance to stakeholders and communities to ensure effective partnering that improves results.
The Package
  • The position is based in Accra with some amount of domestic/international travel.
  • The position comes with an attractive salary package commensurate with qualification & experience.
  • S/He reports to the Operations Director.

Required Skills or Experience

  • Master’s degree in Business Administration, Food Security, Agriculture, and/or Economic.  
  • At least 5 years experience in small business development and management role.
  • Proven experience in managing livelihoods and economic development projects.
  • Ability to communicate on Food Security topics with diverse groups:  farmers, managers, bureaucrats and donors.
  • Experience in proposal writing and the successful acquisition of grants.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills
  • Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities.

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