Global Communities, formerly CHF International, is
an international non-profit organization that works closely with communities
worldwide to bring about sustainable changes that improve the lives and
livelihoods of the vulnerable.
an international non-profit organization that works closely with communities
worldwide to bring about sustainable changes that improve the lives and
livelihoods of the vulnerable.
Global Communities is seeking a Livelihoods Expert
(Child Labor) for an anticipated Department of Labor program in Rwanda
(Africa).
(Child Labor) for an anticipated Department of Labor program in Rwanda
(Africa).
This program will focus on supporting Rwanda’s
efforts to significantly reduce child labor in the production of Tea.
efforts to significantly reduce child labor in the production of Tea.
- The project will work with local entities and
build on existing efforts to reduce the worst forms of child labor,
including programs to protect orphans and vulnerable children (OVC),
increase access to education and promote economic opportunities for
Rwandan households most vulnerable to the worst forms of child labor. - The Livelihoods Expert is responsible for
developing strategies that address identified obstacles to sustainable
agricultural livelihoods among Rwandan households to reduce child labor in
the production of tea ; developing and implementing strategies to link
beneficiaries to existing livelihoods services or programs ; - and strategies for actively promoting and
securing the commitment and ownership of government and other local
stakeholders for proposed livelihoods services in order to enhance the
likelihood that effective services or models will continue beyond the life
of the project.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of 5 years of international
development project experience in a leadership position responsible for
developing agricultural livelihoods interventions including strategy
development, skills training, micro-lending, micro-savings, employment
generation and youth employment; - Significant experience in projects promoting
livelihoods interventions to reduce the incidence of forced child labor; - Understanding of child labor issues, including
youth employment; - Experience working successfully with
government agencies, private organizations and other stakeholders engaged
in promoting improved livelihoods for households and the provision of
social protection services; - Bachelors’ degree in a relevant field;
- Experience in Rwanda and/or East Africa;
knowledge of child labor issues in the production of tea a plus; and - Fluency in written and spoken English
required; knowledge of local languages preferred but not required.
How to apply:
All interested individuals are encouraged to apply
and should submit their updated resumes and cover letters through the Global
Communities’ website at: http://chfinternational.devhire.devex.com/jobs/327427
and should submit their updated resumes and cover letters through the Global
Communities’ website at: http://chfinternational.devhire.devex.com/jobs/327427
Closing
Date: Wednesday, 15 May 2013
Date: Wednesday, 15 May 2013
