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Market System Development Officer

People in Need · ET · Full-time
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About the Role

The Market System Development Officer will implement field-level Market Systems Development activities, driving SME growth, market linkages, and financial inclusion for vulnerable women and youth in Ethiopia's pastoral regions.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct market mapping and value chain assessments
  • Translate strategic guidance into field actions
  • Engage private sector partners and build market linkages
  • Provide business coaching and financial literacy support to SMEs and VSLAs
  • Coordinate with local financial institutions for access to finance
  • Manage project milestones and ensure donor reporting compliance
  • Represent the project in stakeholder forums and technical working groups

Skills Required

Market Systems DevelopmentSME rolloutMarket linkage facilitationFinancial inclusionStakeholder managementCoachingProject management

Fields of Study

  • Rural Development
  • Business Administration
  • Developmental Economics
  • Economics
  • Market Systems Development
  • Partnership Development

How to Apply

Submit your CV and cover letter via the provided online application link; find contact details below.