Job Description

About the Initiative

A Special Initiative is yet to be launched to address the critical challenges of unemployment and underemployment in partner countries. Our focus is on creating sustainable employment opportunities, particularly for young people and young women who are disproportionately affected by these issues.

Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Key Expert 1 to oversee the implementation of our advisory packages. This position requires a dedicated individual who will ensure the quality and timely delivery of project objectives, coordinate communication among stakeholders, and manage personnel effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Team Leader: Assist with the overall responsibility of delivering the contract effectively and efficiently.
• Program Coordination: Coordinate class sizes, recruitment processes, and training delivery for all cohorts according to the Terms of Reference (TORs).
• Reporting and Communication: Prepare reports and coordinate with the team on all matters related to project implementation.
• Train-the-Trainer Approach: Spearhead and implement a train-the-trainer methodology to ensure sustainability and long-term impact of the training measures.

Required Skills or Experience

• Education: University degree (Bachelor’s/Master’s) in Human Resource Management or a related field.
• Language Proficiency: Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• General Professional Experience: Three (3) years of experience in the ITO/BPO sector, implementing training programs to upskill talent across at least four African countries.
• Specific Professional Experience: Three (3) years of experience in developing curricula and facilitating training sessions focused on leadership development, communication skills, and technical competencies for employees at all levels.
• Leadership/Management Experience: Three (3) years overseeing training functions, either on behalf of or within an organization.
• Regional Experience: Three (3) years of experience managing projects in the African region.
• Development Cooperation Experience: One (1) year of experience in implementing development cooperation projects.

Soft Skills:
In addition to the required qualifications, candidates should possess the following soft skills:

• Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities
• Initiative and proactivity
• Excellent communication skills
• Socio-cultural sensitivity
• Efficient, partner- and client-focused working methods
• Interdisciplinary thinking