Cuso International, an international volunteer development organization based in Cross River State is implementing a 5 year Youth Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Access and Development (YouLead) project in Cross River State. YouLead supports the creation of youth-led enterprises and employment for young women and men in natural resource sectors of forestry, agriculture, aquaculture and eco-tourism across 18 LGAs.
Cuso International therefore invites applications from qualified candidates for the position below:
Job Title: Entrepreneurship & Gender Equity - Project Manager
Location: Cross River
Functions and Duties
- Leads on the provision of leadership, coordination and integration on entrepreneurship and vocational skills development to effectively engage youth in gender-responsive entrepreneurship and employment in the forestry, agriculture, aquaculture and eco-tourism sectors.
- Leads on the provision of technical support to civil organizations and training institutions in collaboration with the private sector to strengthen entrepreneurship skills development.
- Leads on promoting gender equality as a cross-cutting theme within the YouLead project.
Qualification
- A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; Master's degree and/or relevant training in areas related to entrepreneurship, vocational and business development.
Requirements
Skills and Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in entrepreneurship training vocational skills and business development in the natural resources and agricultural sectors in relation to youth wealth creation, employment generation and secured livelihood.
- Knowledge in gender equality mainstreaming, private sector development and SME start up and capacity building.
- Knowledge in mentoring, financial intermediation and provision of business development services.
- Experience in Project management and Team work.
Application Closing Date
19th September, 2014.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should
forward their applications consisting of a letter explaining your interest and suitability for this position (one page maximum) and a resume to:
[email protected]
Note: All post would be based in Calabar, Cross River State
The Government of Canada, through the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development, provides funding for the YouLead project.