Economic Recovery Officer

Overall Purpose

The Economic Recovery Officer will work under the Project Manager to implement economic recovery activities focused on inclusive market systems, cross-border trade (Dollo-Ado, Ethiopia & Gedo, Somalia), and targeting women and youth. The role supports project implementation, coordination, monitoring, and reporting to ensure project objectives are achieved.

Key Responsibilities

Program Implementation & Monitoring

• Conduct participatory needs assessments and design appropriate economic recovery interventions.
• Implement livelihoods and market-based activities for farmers, women, and youth.
• Prepare work plans, reports, and contribute to monitoring, evaluation, and learning.
• Develop training materials, facilitate trainings, and mentor project beneficiaries.
• Ensure accountability, community feedback, and adherence to CHS principles.

Coordination & Partnerships

• Coordinate with consortium partners, government authorities, market actors, and communities.
• Support stakeholder engagement and represent the project in external meetings.
• Support the Project Manager in project planning, reporting, and partner coordination.

Budget Support

• Support budget planning, tracking, forecasting, and utilization monitoring.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in livelihoods or economic recovery projects, preferably with NGOs.

Education

• Must have a degree in Agribusiness Management, Agricultural Economics, Entrepreneurship, Business Administration, or other livelihoods related disciplines;

• Experience in Mandera County and cross-border programming is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of market systems, value chains, VSLA, DRR, and small business development.
• Good organizational, communication, and computer skills; ability to work independently and in teams.

Key Stakeholders

• Program and MEAL teams, government authorities, NGOs/INGOs, donors, and implementing partners.

Contract Details

• One-year contract (renewable based on funding and performance)
• Duty Station: Mandera Base Office
• Start Date: February 2026

Skills Required:

• Agricultural / Studies
• Economics / Statistics
• Sales / Marketing / Business / Management