SNV is a not-for-profit international development organization that applies practical know-how to make a lasting difference in the lives of people living in poverty. We use our extensive and long-term in-country presence to apply and adapt our top-notch expertise in agriculture, energy and WASH to local contexts. SNV has an annual turnover of €130 million, over 1,250 staff in more than 25 countries in Asia, Africa and Latin America. We are proud to be a not-for-profit organization that uses project financing to implement our mission. This requires us to work efficiently and to invest in operational excellence.

In its new Strategic Plan period (2019 – 2022), SNV will more explicitly aim for systems change during project preparation and implementation - by strengthening institutions and kick-starting markets that help many more to escape poverty beyond our projects. We will continue to position ourselves as a premium organization, with decentralized management.

Job Description

Purpose

The Expert Business and Financial Services Advisor will be responsible for “soft skills” components with a focus on business and entrepreneurship skills development. S/he must have strong connections with the private sector actors including the financial service providers (Banks, Microfinance institutions, markets etc.).

Major Responsibilities

• Spearhead the engagement of financial service providers and support these to develop/adapt and avail youth-friendly financial products and services
• Establish credit guarantee facility and other innovative financing products that lure financial institutions to avail loans to vibrant youth groups
• Link new and emerging youth-led entrepreneurs with relevant service providers such as youth hubs for business development support
• Spearhead OYE project implementation in Harare, Manicaland and Mashonaland East
• Responsible for “soft skills” components with a focus on practical business and entrepreneurship youth skills development
• Technical Advisor in Agriculture and Energy business development, employment and enterprise development
• Identify opportunities for youth-led enterprise development and broker relationship with value chain actors particularly in Agriculture
• Broker input, output and service providers market linkages for young entrepreneurs
• Spearhead youth skills training on negotiation skills, marketing and entrepreneurship development
• Monitor project implementation
• Document, share and disseminate project learning and results

Qualifications

Candidate Profile

• A degree in Development Studies, Entrepreneurship, Agriculture Business or other related qualification.
• Masters Degree in a related area of study
• Minimum of 6 years experience in an advisory role within an INGO
• Strong practical and theoretical experience in youth skill development
• Business development and financial linkages experience
• Strong connections with private actors and financial service providers
• Fluent in English and local languages.
• Strong computer skills

Personality

• Proactive personality and strong leadership capabilities
• Sociable individual to accommodate youth
• Good communicator who is a critical thinker and has a strong personality
• Strong interpersonal skills
• A good team player

Additional Information

Application Procedure

Duration of contract: 1 years initial contract term (With possibility of extension).

Working at SNV

SNV offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, per national standards. We offer a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Advisors benefit from and contribute to an internal global network of Energy experts. For more information, please visit our website: www.snvworld.org.

How to apply

Please apply by clicking on the “I AM INTERESTED” tab on this page and submitting an application letter and CV that contains three referees in English before 5th January, 2020.

NB: 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We do not appreciate third-party mediation based on this advertisement.

SNV does not require you to undergo any medical test prior to employment