About the Role
The coordinator leads economic recovery initiatives in post-crisis environments by managing programs that enhance income generation, build market systems, and support vulnerable populations in rebuilding their livelihoods.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning and execution of economic development projects in emergency and transitional settings
- Conduct assessments to identify community economic needs and opportunities
- Develop strategies to strengthen local market systems and value chains
- Collaborate with local governments and partner organizations to align recovery efforts
- Manage project budgets and ensure financial accountability
- Monitor program performance using defined indicators and evaluation frameworks
- Support capacity building for local stakeholders and implementing partners
- Coordinate with cross-sectoral teams to integrate economic recovery into broader response programs
- Facilitate training sessions for beneficiaries on income-generating activities
- Ensure compliance with donor requirements and reporting standards
- Engage with private sector actors to promote investment in recovery zones
- Design and implement monitoring tools to track economic outcomes
- Supervise program staff and provide technical guidance
- Promote gender inclusion in economic programming
- Address barriers to economic participation for marginalized groups
- Support the development of business development services for entrepreneurs
- Contribute to grant proposals and concept notes for funding opportunities
- Analyze economic trends affecting recovery efforts in target regions
- Ensure programs adhere to humanitarian principles and safeguarding standards
- Document lessons learned and best practices for internal knowledge sharing
Compensation
Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience
Work Arrangement
Full-time, on-site position with potential for field travel
Team
Part of the economic development unit within a humanitarian response team
Application Process
- Interested candidates must submit a resume and cover letter through the online portal
- Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews
- Applications without a cover letter will not be considered
- Deadline for submission is strictly enforced
Equal Opportunity Statement
- The organization is committed to diversity and inclusion in hiring
- Women, refugees, and individuals from underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply
- Reasonable accommodations available upon request
- Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, or gender identity
Available for qualified candidates requiring work authorization
