Job Title: Project Livelihoods Officer
Responsible for implementing and monitoring
livelihood programmes, identifying economic empowerment opportunities for
beneficiaries, supporting vocational training and entrepreneurship activities,
facilitating access to financial and business development services, partners,
monitoring programme outcomes, maintaining accurate records, and preparing
progress reports. Requires a Diploma or Degree in Community Development,
Project Management, Business Administration, Development Studies, or a related
field. The position is based in Nairobi and requires on site work.
Position Summary
The
Project Livelihoods Officer provides technical support in the implementation of
livelihood initiatives under the organization’s Self-Reliance Program,
including the Revolving Fund and micro‑enterprise development training. The
role focuses on monitoring, coaching, and capacity building for program
participants to ensure sustainable income generation, financial inclusion, and
holistic empowerment of vulnerable women and persons with disabilities.
Key
Responsibilities
Project Implementation
Participate
in the planning and rollout of livelihood activities, including participant
selection, orientation, and training.
Work
closely with program participants to develop and monitor business plans and
financial records.
Conduct
mentorship and follow‑up visits to assess program progress and provide
technical support.
Collaborate
with the Self Reliance Lead and MEAL team to track project indicators and
outcomes.
Maintain
comprehensive records of WAG loans, repayments, and business/enterprise
performance.
Support
the documentation of lessons learned and success stories for donor
reporting.
Assist in
curating training materials and tools for entrepreneurship and financial
literacy.
Update
WAG loan registers and ensure compliance with revolving fund standard operating
procedures.
Direct Service Provision
Provide
one‑on‑one coaching to participants on business management, savings, and
marketing.
Facilitate
group meetings and peer learning sessions among entrepreneurs.
Link
participants to external markets, suppliers, and financial
institutions.
Support
vocational trainees in transitioning to self‑employment or job
placement.
Monitoring, Evaluation &
Reporting
Collect
and analyze data on participant progress, income levels, and repayment
trends.
Prepare
monthly and quarterly reports highlighting achievements, challenges, and
recommendations.
Contribute
to donor reports and internal dashboards with accurate livelihood
metrics.
Coordination & Partnerships
Liaise
with other departments to ensure integrated service delivery.
Represent
the organization in local livelihood networks and stakeholder forums.
Support
partnership development with microfinance institutions, training centers, and
market actors.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s
degree in Business, Economics, Community Development, or related field.
Minimum
3-5 years’ experience in livelihoods, micro‑enterprise, or economic empowerment
programs.
ILO/SIYB
Training Certification is desirable
Strong
understanding of financial inclusion, value chains, and gender‑responsive
programming.
Excellent
interpersonal, coaching, and data management skills.
Proficiency
in MS Office suite
