Job Purpose
The Entrepreneurship and Capacity Development Trainer is responsible for designing and delivering specialized training programs targeting farmers and agricultural cooperative members. The purpose of these programs is to strengthen participants’ capacities in entrepreneurship, financial literacy, agricultural economics, and leadership, thereby enhancing their ability to manage sustainable agricultural enterprises, improve market access, increase household income, and achieve more resilient and sustainable livelihoods.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and review training materials in coordination with the Project Manager.
- Develop the training agenda and implementation plan in line with project objectives.
- Deliver training programs using effective and participatory training methodologies.
- Assess trainees’ knowledge and performance through pre- and post-training evaluations.
- Provide coaching, mentoring, and constructive feedback to participants.
- Prepare reports related to training activities and outcomes.
- Coordinate with the project team to ensure training activities are implemented according to the approved work plan and timeline.Note:Â The above-mentioned key responsibilities/accountabilities are illustrative only. Additional responsibilities may be assigned in the future depending on the department’s organizational structure and operational needs.
Qualification (Education/Work Experience)
- Essential:
- A university degree (minimum Bachelor’s degree) in a relevant discipline such as Business Administration, Economics, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Sciences, or any other related field.
- A minimum of two years of previous experience in delivering training programs.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with trainees.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Familiarity with and commitment to humanitarian principles and standards.
Core & Managerial Competencies
- Core Competencies:
- Teamwork
- Effective Communication
- Integrity and Professional Conduct
- Planning and Organizing
- Technological Awareness
- Creativity
- Technical Competencies:
- Previous experience working with non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to adapt to different working conditions and operate effectively in diverse environments and cultures.
- Good understanding of social welfare systems and protection mechanisms.
- Demonstrated flexibility, responsibility, and reliability in the workplace.
- Good report writing and reporting skills
Compliance to Anti-Harassment, PSEA, and Child Safeguarding
- Child abuse in all forms is unacceptable to IYD, which recognizes its responsibility to protect children from harm in all areas of its work. IYD is committed to ensuring a child-safe environment and is applying a zero-tolerance approach towards any kind of child abuse and exploitation.
- IYD employees and related personnel must not under any circumstances take part in any form of discrimination, harassment, or abuse (physical, sexual or verbal), intimidation or exploitation, or in any other way infringe the rights of others inside or outside IYD.
How to apply
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