KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABLITY

Livelihoods Support: 

• Assist in the identification and verification of eligible beneficiaries for livelihood NFI support, including returnees who completed Blumont's vocational training and vulnerable host community members.

• Support the procurement and logistical arrangements for the distribution of livelihood toolkits (e.g., sewing machines, trade-focused tools), ensuring quality and timely delivery.

• Maintain accurate records of beneficiaries’ selection, kits distribution, and related documentation.

• Provide guidance and support to beneficiaries on the proper use and maintenance of the provided toolkits.

Training and Capacity Building Support: 

• Assist in the coordination and delivery of "basic business management" training sessions, including technical skills for using equipment, basic accounting, and other foundational skills identified by participants. 

• Support the development of training materials and ensure their accessibility to beneficiaries. 

• Track participant attendance and progress during training activities. 

• Provide logistical support for training events, including venue arrangement and material preparation.

Community Engagement and Partner Coordination: 

• Assist in consultations with local Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) and other relevant partners in return areas to understand the needs of vulnerable community members and ensure effective targeting. 

• Support the development and maintenance of positive relationships with local stakeholders. 

Safe Programming Mainstreaming: 

• Ensure that all economic empowerment activities are implemented in a safe manner, adhering to Blumont's protection principles. 

• Identify and report any safety concerns observed during the implementation of activities. 

• Work closely with the protection team to ensure a holistic approach to supporting returnees.

Other Tasks: 

• Assist with administrative tasks related to economic empowerment activities, including filing, data entry, and correspondence. 

• Support the organization of meetings, workshops, and other related events. 

• Manage activity-related supplies and resources efficiently.

• Bachelor's degree in economics, business administration, social sciences, or a related field. 

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in economic empowerment, livelihoods programming, or community development, preferably within an NGO or humanitarian context. 

• Experience working with vulnerable populations, including internally displaced, returnees and host community members. 

• Familiarity with kits distribution processes and basic procurement procedures. 

• Experience in facilitating or supporting training activities. 

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and coordination skills. 

• Excellent organizational and time management skills. 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

• Strong computer literacy skills (MS Office Suite). 

• Fluency in Arabic and English is highly desirable. The Kurdish language is an asset.

• Willingness to travel to project locations within NES. 

• Understanding of the socio-economic context of Northeast Syria is an advantage.