Overall purpose of the role:<\/p>\n
The Economic Recovery Assistant in Assosa provides operational, field-level, and administrative support to the Economic Recovery Officer to ensure effective delivery of economic recovery and financial inclusion programs. The role will provide support in the formation, training, and mentoring of VSLAs, implementation of income generating activities (IGAs), and decent livelihoods diversification initiatives<\/p>\n
The position holder will facilitate community mobilization, outreach, & coordination with beneficiaries, partners, and local actors in a way that enhance participation and program uptake, In addition to managing data collection, monitoring, and reporting to track program progress and outcomes while also ensuring quality and accountability.<\/p>\n
In collaboration with the Economic Recovery Officer, the Economic Recovery Assistant supports training sessions, WGSS\/VSLA activities, and linkages with financial service providers and private sector actors. He\/She applies gender-sensitive and protection principles to promote safe, inclusive, and decent economic opportunities that will be contributing to the sustainability and impact of economic recovery programs in refugee and host communities.<\/p>\n
Your main duties and responsibilities will be:<\/p>\n
1. Field-Level Implementation & Direct Beneficiary Support<\/p>\n
Support day-to-day implementation of economic recovery and financial inclusion activities across target refugee camps and host community kebeles.
\nAssist in establishing and registering new Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) and support ongoing groups through regular field visits, mentoring, and recordkeeping oversight.
\nSupport the rollout of income-generating activities (IGAs), vocational skills training, and business development sessions.
\nAssist with organizing input distributions and technical training in agriculture, small livestock, and microenterprise support.
\nMobilize beneficiaries and provide logistical support for training sessions, ensuring inclusivity of women, youth, and vulnerable groups.
\nSupport beneficiary verification and assist in the distribution of startup kits, business grants, and livelihood inputs under supervision.
\n2. Community Mobilization, Sensitization & Communication<\/p>\n
Mobilize community members to participate actively in program activities, emphasizing inclusion.
\nConduct awareness sessions to explain program objectives, benefits, and eligibility criteria.
\nServe as a key liaison between communities and program staff, gathering and communicating beneficiary feedback.
\nCoordinate closely with refugee committees, local kebele leaders, and community-based structures for effective program delivery.
\n3. Data Collection, Monitoring & Reporting<\/p>\n
Collect and manage field-level data including VSLA membership, savings, attendance registers, and training assessments using approved tools.
\nConduct monitoring visits to pilot\/garden demonstration sites, women led businesses, and other program activities to track progress and identify challenges.
\nDocument beneficiary success stories and obtain photographs with consent for reporting and program learning.
\nMaintain accurate beneficiary lists and distribution records.
\nPrepare and submit regular field activity reports to the Economic Recovery Officer.
\n4. Logistics & Administrative Support<\/p>\n
Provide logistical support for training and field activities including venue arrangements, material preparation, and transportation organization.
\nMaintain inventories of training materials, startup kits, and other program assets at the field level.
\nSupport procurement processes and payment requests related to field activities in coordination with the EcRec Officer
\n5. Gender & Protection Mainstreaming<\/p>\n
Promote meaningful participation of women, youth, and vulnerable groups in all program interventions.
\nSupport awareness-raising sessions on gender equality, women’s economic empowerment, and prevention of gender-based violence (GBV).
\nAbout You
\nExperience and technical competencies:<\/p>\n
Minimum of 2-3 years\u2019 experience in Agriculture, Livelihood Development, alternative financing mechanisms such as Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) financial inclusion, micro and small enterprise development, or business development.
\nProven experience working with and a deep understanding of Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) income-generating activities (IGAs), or other community-based savings and credit groups, Practical understanding of livelihood programming, community mobilization, and engagement with local authorities or private sector actors
\nGood understanding implementing livelihoods, self-reliance, gender mainstreaming, peacebuilding\/social cohesion, protection, or advocacy interventions
\nField experience in refugees, internally displaced people (IDP), or host community settings is highly advantageous.
\nDemonstrated skills in community mobilization, outreach, and effective engagement with beneficiaries, with an emphasis on women, youth, and vulnerable populations.
\nExposure to multisector program collaboration involving government agencies, UN bodies, NGOs, and local community structures.
\nExperience in supporting logistics training, facilitation, and mentoring at the community level.
\nProficient in Microsoft Office, internet, email, and Windows.
\nPersonal integrity, ethics, and confidentiality in professional conduct.
\nEDUCATION: (include certificates, licenses, etc.)<\/p>\n
BA in Development Economics; Development management, Accounting and finance Agriculture, Rural Development, Entrepreneurship, Business Administration, Cooperative and SMEs development or other relevant fields, or bachelor\u2019s with relevant work experience.
\nLANGUAGE: (indicate Fluency level)<\/p>\n
Proficient of English language
\nKnowledge of local language is an advantage
\nIn this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC\u2019 five core competencies:<\/p>\n
Striving for excellence:\u00a0You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.<\/p>\n
Collaborating:\u00a0You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.<\/p>\n
Taking the lead:\u00a0You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.<\/p>\n
Communicating:\u00a0You listen and speak effectively and honestly.<\/p>\n
Demonstrating integrity:\u00a0You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":207,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","job_listing_type":[17],"job_listing_category":[204],"job_listing_location":[182],"job_listing_tag":[],"class_list":["post-35926","job_listing","type-job_listing","status-publish","hentry","job_listing_type-full-time","job_listing_category-agriculture","job_listing_location-other"],"metas":{"_job_logo":"https:\/\/beleqet.com\/vacancy\/wp-content\/uploads\/wp-job-board-pro-uploads\/_job_logo\/2026\/05\/Danish-Refugee-Council.webp","custom-text-26140818":"Danish Refugee Council","_job_featured":"","_job_tag":[],"_job_filled":"","_job_urgent":"","_job_type":{"17":"Full Time"},"custom-select-24762152":"Onsite","_job_category":{"204":"Agriculture"},"_job_expiry_date":"","_job_gender":"Both","_job_salary_type":"monthly","custom-number-21785310":"2","_job_experience":"Junior","custom-select-25910079":"1 \u2013 3 Years","_job_qualification":"Bachelor Degree","_job_application_deadline_date":"2026-06-07","_job_location":{"182":"Other"},"_job_apply_type":"external","_job_apply_url":"https:\/\/drc.ngo\/en\/jobs\/job\/?id=176104","_job_apply_email":"","_job_phone":"","_job_employer_name":"Beleqet Jobs","_job_employer_url":"https:\/\/beleqet.com\/vacancy\/employer\/meseret\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/beleqet.com\/vacancy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing\/35926","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/beleqet.com\/vacancy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/beleqet.com\/vacancy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/job_listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/beleqet.com\/vacancy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/207"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/beleqet.com\/vacancy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=35926"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/beleqet.com\/vacancy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=35926"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/beleqet.com\/vacancy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_type?post=35926"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/beleqet.com\/vacancy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_category?post=35926"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_location","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/beleqet.com\/vacancy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_location?post=35926"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/beleqet.com\/vacancy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_tag?post=35926"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}