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RTI is currently seeking expressions of interest for a Youth Entrepreneurship Specialist for an anticipated upcoming USAID-funded program in Tanzania. Preferred candidates will have specific experience in youth-focused programming in the areas of agriculture, workforce development, or enterprise development in Tanzania.
The Youth Entrepreneurship Specialist will be responsible for developing and implementing a strategy for youth capacity building in entrepreneurship, job readiness, job skills, labor rights, and other work force development topics, particularly focused on the agricultural sector.
Primary Responsibilities:
· Outreach to agri-businesses in Tanzania to develop internship and employment opportunities for at-risk youth;
· Participate in the development of workforce development training curriculum;
· Promote entrepreneurship and self-employment opportunities;
· Coordinate with technical secondary institutions maximize opportunities for partnerships and private sector collaboration;
· Assess the employment and workforce development needs of at-risk youth, residing in Tanzania to determine suitability and eligibility for program participation;
· Develop strategy to assist job seekers in finding career opportunities, on-the-job-training opportunities, and post-secondary options;
· Provide routine status reports to Project Director on progress;
· Assist with the collection of verification of employment and other required documentation required to meet M&E performance measurements and/or indicators.
· Provide required documentation for approval of supportive services for client transportation, employment, and training needs;
· Establish and maintain relationships with local companies and training opportunities to support career path needs of participants enrolled in services;
· Network with local community agencies to support youth participant recruitment and other developmental needs.
· Contribute to the development of youth job readiness curriculum;
· Prepare and submit weekly and monthly reports and required documentation demonstrating progress of weekly and monthly goals;
· Assist with the Intake process to ensure potential participants are serviced in a timely manner.
· Attend and actively participate in team, agency, appropriate trainings, and other required meetings identified by director.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s-level degree in relevant field preferred.
· Minimum 6 years’ experience in technical field
· Prior experience working in Tanzania (Tanzania residence preferred)
· Demonstrated technical expertise in agribusiness; youth entrepreneurship; workforce development; vocational education; and private sector partnerships.
· Reputation for professional excellence (as evidenced by references and achievements).
· Strong written communication and effective cross-cultural interpersonal skills.
· Experience working on international donor-funded development projects preferred.
· Language Ability: Oral and written fluency in English. Kiswahili fluency preferred.
HOW TO APPLY:
To Apply: Qualified candidates are invited to apply at www.rti.org/job17047. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Only short listed applicants will be contacted. RTI is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. d
