Tiva Creative - Our client is a company that empowers businesses, startups & communities through faith, prayer & sustainable growth.
They are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Livelihood Officer
Locations: Abuja, Lagos, Port Harcourt - Rivers, Enugu, Ibadan - Oyo, Benin City - Edo, Sokoto, Kaduna, Ilorin - Kwara, Kano, Jos - Plateau, Calabar - Cross River & Yola - Adamawa
Employment Type: Contract
Job Summary
- Our client is looking for a passionate and results-driven Livelihood Officer to support business development initiatives, empowerment programs, and economic development efforts within their city.
- The ideal candidate will have experience in microfinance, startup support, and event coordination.
- This is a 3-6 month paid contract role, with an opportunity for top-performing candidates to join the team permanently.
Key Responsibilities
Business & Economic Development:
- Develop and support sustainable business initiatives for startups and SMEs in the assigned city.
- Facilitate microfinance initiatives and empowerment programs to boost local economic growth.
- Engage with local organizations, influencers, and stakeholders to enhance impact.
Event Coordination & Management:
- Serve as the primary contact person for all city-level events.
- Oversee event planning and logistics, ensuring smooth execution.
- Recruit, train, and manage volunteers for different event roles.
- Promote and manage city conferences and related activities.
Reporting & Collaboration:
- Provide regular updates and reports to the central organizing team.
- Collaborate with other city officers to share insights and improve program outcomes.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree with a minimum 2 years of experience in livelihoods, sustainable business development, or startup assistance.
- Strong background in microfinance, economic empowerment, or community engagement.
- Excellent event planning and coordination skills.
- Strong communication and networking abilities with local stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and deliver results within a short-term contract.
- An understanding of the economic indicators and SME drivers in the assigned city.