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Carried out the following roles • Lead and manage the design, coordination, and implementation of livelihood interventions to ensure timely and effective delivery of program activities. • Identify and advocate for practical economic opportunities, customized to meet the specific needs of refugees and host communities. • Collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, UN organizations, and private sector entities, to enhance livelihood support mechanisms. • Conduct capacity-building sessions, business development workshops, and vocational skills training for beneficiaries. • Develop and execute monitoring and evaluation tools to assess the effectiveness of livelihood initiatives and adjust strategies accordingly. • Regularly assess the socio-economic needs of the target communities to optimize program design and effectiveness. • Capture and document key lessons learned, best practices, and success stories for future programming and donor reporting. • Ensure accurate data collection, analysis, and comprehensive reporting of livelihood outcomes and impacts. • Facilitate access to financial services such as savings groups, microfinance, and business grants to empower beneficiaries. • Establish and strengthen market linkages for refugee and host community entrepreneurs to improve value chain integration. • Support the formation and enhancement of cooperatives and producer groups, focusing on collective bargaining and long-term economic sustainability. • Ensure compliance with national and organizational policies, including gender inclusion and safeguarding standards. • Prepare and submit periodic reports, including progress, financial, and donor reports as per organizational requirements. • Represent IRC at coordination meetings, livelihood working groups, and community engagement forums to ensure effective collaboration.

Roles played • Identified and selected farmer groups based on donor guidelines (ACAV/WFP) to participate in livelihood development programs. • Mobilized and raised awareness among community members regarding project objectives and activities. • Developed and implemented training curricula on sustainable farming practices, post-harvest management, and climate-resilient agriculture techniques. • Assisted in the establishment of nurseries and demonstration farms to showcase best agricultural practices. • Supported smallholder farmers in collective marketing and facilitated access to extension services to improve financial outcomes. • Designed and implemented production and marketing strategies for farmers, enhancing economic returns. • Led quarterly reviews to monitor project progress, address challenges, and make necessary adjustments. • Collaborated with stakeholders to enhance market linkages and provide additional economic opportunities.

Roles played • Selected and organized farmer groups according to donor guidelines (NURI) to participate in livelihood support initiatives. • Delivered training sessions on improved farming practices, pest management, and effective post-harvest handling methods. • Assisted in establishing demonstration farms to model best practices and encourage community adoption of modern techniques. • Mentored and provided ongoing support to beneficiary groups in their agricultural ventures. • Facilitated access to financial services and market linkages to improve livelihoods for farmer groups.