Livelihood Officer at Boma Projects

Reporting To: LMS Program Manager

Job Summary

BOMA Project is currently seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Livelihood Officer in Isiolo County.

The BOMA Project is a fast-growing non-profit in US and a Kenyan NGO that is implementing a high-impact income and savings program for ultra-poor women in the drylands of Africa.

We do this through the Rural Entrepreneur Access Project (REAP), an innovative two-year poverty graduation program for women living in extreme poverty in Northern Kenya.

BOMA helps pastoral women to start small businesses in their communities so they can earn a sustainable income, pay for food and medical care, send their children to school, survive drought and accumulate savings for long-term family stability.

This position will provide support in planning and execution of activities, ensuring quality in accordance with accepted standards, providing essential feedback for learning, accountability and decision making.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work closely with all the program staff in implementation of the program.
• Engage local community members and leaders to form BOMA Locational Committee to support and inform program activities.
• Organize community events to sensitize communities on REAP programs.
• Assist in the customization of REAP training materials and handbook.
• Recruit and train Mentors and eventually oversee, supervise and monitor their work.
• Support community mapping activities, market assessments and evaluation.
• Oversee recruitment of ultra-poor women into the program by leading community entries and targeting process.
• Oversee the business plan process conducted by mentors and participants.
• Supervise and oversee the training and subsequently funding REAP beneficiaries.
•  Facilitate linkages opportunity for BOMA businesses through the work of the Linkages Officer.
• Monitor and ensure quality through Performance Insight System on daily basis.
• Run reports and share upwards and downwards.
• Lead the formation of Savings Association among BOMA businesses in accordance with the REAP Implementer Guide.
• Work with local County Government Technical Staff to provide training and support to BOMA participants.
• Spot-check performance of REAP and assist Mentors in troubleshooting of tablets and basic skills.
• Prepare accurate and timely monitoring and field reports and other project documentation as required.
• Represent the organization in meetings at the grass root level.
• Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to the BOMA Project
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or representatives.

Requirements

• At least a Diploma in community development or any other relevant field
• A minimum of three years’ experience in a similar position in Northern Kenya
• Demonstrable ability to coordinate field activities
• Proven competency/experience in data collection and basic analysis
• Possession of self-drive; able to work with minimal supervision
• Good report writing and computer skills