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Mennonite Economic Development Associates Pakistan
INTRODUCTION:
Since its inception in 1953, Mennonite Economic Development
Associated (MEDA) has been committed to local
ownership and sustainable outcomes. MEDA is currently working in
many countries all around the world MEDAuses business-oriented
approaches to international economic development that results in
sustainable enterprises
to benefit the poor and to help them improve their livelihoods.
Our development values are wealth creation by
adding value in managing human, financial and environmental
resources; participation of those with whom we
work at all stages and levels of a project regardless of gender,
race, class, ethnicity, nationality or religion;
collaboration with others engaged in development to avoid
duplication and competition; sustainability, both
programmatically and environmentally; and direct investment in
businesses that serve the poor.
MEDA has been working in Pakistan since 2004 in the field of
women's economic development. USAID Pakistan
Entrepreneurs, a USAID funded project will, over the next 5
years benefit thousands of homebound and isolated
women in all four provinces of Pakistan. Women's economic
empowerment in Pakistan requires a concerted effort
that goes beyond establishing micro-enterprises or providing
employment opportunities, it should also include:
access to business and skills training, market exposure,
technology transfer, availability of credit, awareness ofrights,
knowledge of pricing, negotiation skills, to name a few. Through
these efforts women will not only earn
increased incomes but they will also be able to assume a more
active role in decision -making for their families
and communities.
JOB TITLE: Value Chain Officer EF Swat
REPORTS TO: Program Director, Value Chain Team
DUTY STATION : Swat
PROJECT: USAID Pakistan Entrepreneurs
JOB SUMMARY:
Value Chain Officer will be based in Swat with our Key
Facilitating Partner (KFP) implementing the Embellish
Fabric Value Chain Development Project. The person will be
responsible for creating a link with the KFP, projec
management, implementation of value chain development concepts,
M & E and research. The person will also be
responsible for coordinating the efforts for capacity building
of the staff of the respective KFP.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:
1. Provide support to the VC Director in the management of
sub-grants and in all facets of projectmanagement and technical
assistance delivery to KFPs.
2. Follow up and ensure adoption or identification of problems
in the adoption of directions from the VCDirector and/or
Entrepreneurs Project Management.
3. Work closely with the KFPs in nurturing collaborative
relationship with all key stakeholders including local
government authorities, community leaders, beneficiaries,
partner organizations and others involved inthe value chain.
4. Work closely with the partners/organizations, consultants,
and service providers contracted for thecapacity building of KFPs
as well as of beneficiaries.
5. Coordinate with appropriate MEDA personnel to build the
capacity of the KFPs in compliance to USAIDrules and regulations,
and to fulfill reporting requirements.
6. Participate in the implementation of the training program as
required.7. Represent MEDA, with approval, of the VC
Director/Grants Manager to key stakeholders, such as local
authorities, local partners, other NGOs, and appropriate
networks as and when required
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8. Monitor project implementation and provide regular and timely
feedback to supervisor and other relevantproject staff on areas
relating to project implementation especially on issues impacting
achievement ofproject objectives.
9. Perform any other responsibilities that maybe assigned by
supervisor from time to time.
QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
Bachelors degree in economics, development management, business
development and/or relevant field.Masters degree an advantage.
Minimum 3 years of experience in jobs of similar nature
specifically in embroidery/fabrics embellishmentsector;
Experience in project management, implementation, monitoring,
evaluation & research, enterprisedevelopment concepts, and
business oriented approach for economic development.
Excellent report writing skills
Strong coordination, networking and relationship building
skills
Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills
Organized, punctual and detail oriented
Fluent in written and spoken English and Urdu. Knowledge of
Pashtu language will be an asset.
Ability to work in team setting, as well as individually taking
initiatives and performing multiple tasks Proficient in use of MS
Office (Word, Excel, Access and Power point).
Able to travel to remote areas as well as to other areas outside
of Swat
Must be from Swat or has been residing in Swat for at least five
years.
MEDA offers competitive salary packages and excellent working
environment. We highly encourage qualified
females to apply, if you like to become part of a dynamic team
and an organization that is truly committed to bring
change in peoples life.
Please send your CV along with covering letter describing your
suitability for the position to the following
email address;[email protected](Please mention position title in
the subject line of the email)
Deadline for Submission of Applications is Sunday 17th June
2012
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]
