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Entrepreneurship Ecosystem And MSME Development Expert - Zamfara
Closing: Apr 30, 2024
This position has expiredPublished: Apr 19, 2024 (14 days ago)
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Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Entrepreneurship, or related field.
- Minimum of 7 years experience in entrepreneurship development and MSME support.
- Knowledge of entrepreneurship ecosystem dynamics, including regulatory frameworks, market structures, and support services available to MSMEs.
- Proven ability to design and implement innovative solutions to promote entrepreneurship and MSME growth, including access to finance, market linkages, and business development services.
- Strong networking and partnership-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders to achieve common goals.
- Knowledge of finance, marketing, and value chain development.
- Familiarity with technology and innovation trends in agriculture.
Responsibilities
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Entrepreneurship, or related field.
- Minimum of 7 years experience in entrepreneurship development and MSME support.
- Knowledge of entrepreneurship ecosystem dynamics, including regulatory frameworks, market structures, and support services available to MSMEs.
- Proven ability to design and implement innovative solutions to promote entrepreneurship and MSME growth, including access to finance, market linkages, and business development services.
- Strong networking and partnership-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders to achieve common goals.
- Knowledge of finance, marketing, and value chain development.
- Familiarity with technology and innovation trends in agriculture.
Role Summary
- The Entrepreneurship Ecosystem and MSME Development Expert will focus on creating an enabling environment for entrepreneurship and supporting the growth and sustainability of MSMEs within the project's target communities.
- This individual will work closely with stakeholders to identify barriers to entrepreneurship, develop solutions, and facilitate access to business support services and financing opportunities.
Key Duties
- Conduct assessment of the entrepreneurship ecosystem within project areas, including regulatory frameworks, market dynamics, and support services available to MSMEs.
- Identify barriers to entrepreneurship and MSME development, such as access to finance, market linkages, business development services, and skills training.
- Develop strategies and interventions to address identified barriers and create an enabling environment for entrepreneurship and MSME growth.
- Provide technical assistance and capacity building support to MSMEs, including business planning, financial management, marketing, and access to finance.
- Facilitate linkages between MSMEs, financial institutions, market actors, and support organizations to foster collaboration and innovation.
- Promote the adoption of technology and innovation among MSMEs to improve productivity and competitiveness.
- Monitor and evaluate the impact of entrepreneurship development interventions, identifying lessons learned and best practices.
- Facilitate access to business support services, including training, mentoring, technical assistance, and networking opportunities, for aspiring and existing entrepreneurs.
- Strengthen partnerships with financial institutions, government agencies, business associations, and other stakeholders to promote MSME-friendly policies and initiatives.
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