Job Title: Youth Development Advisor
About VSO
VSO is the world’s leading independent international development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty in developing countries. Our high-impact approach brings people together to share skills, build capabilities, promote international understanding and action to change lives and make the world a fairer place.
Role overview
Reduce poverty and the vulnerability of youth in Nigeria.
Abednego Youth Development Foundation (AYDF) is a youth focused organization leading youth targeted initiatives. AYDF has holistic youth development as its focus. AYDF currently plans to strengthen and scale up its youth Agribusiness clusters in Madakiya through youth development activities which includes leadership, community development, managing of co-operative groups, etc.
Skills, qualifications and experience required
You have a relevant University degree in International Development, Youth/Community Development or other related degrees with knowledge of implementing and managing community projects.
You have experience in project management and staff capacity building.
Knowledge of working in the NGO sector and working with the government and other Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs).
Experience in project data gathering and planning and review (especially agriculture and education)
Mentoring and coaching; Flexible and adaptable
Good, clear communication skills; Good facilitation skills
You are resourceful and have the ability to solve problems
Able to adapt knowledge and experience to Nigeria and support others to adapt ideas to their own context
You have a good understanding of agriculture extension services and value chain management
How to apply
If you’re interested in applying for this role, please download the job description to read more details about the position and the skills and experience we’re looking for. To submit your application, click on ‘Apply now’ and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.
Application closing date
25 Aug 2014
Interview/Assessment date(s)
TBC
Start date
05/10/2014
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