Small Business Development Officer at Vibrant Village Foundation

Position: Small Business Development Officer (SBDO)
Location: Fielmuo/Gwollu with frequent travel to the field
Reporting to: Livelihood, Food Security and Empowerment Coordinator
Relationships: Coordinators and Field Officers

 Small Business Development Officer (SBDO)

The post-holder shall lead VVF Small Business and Enterprise Development Program. He/she shall design and operationalize a Business Development Model/Strategy that empowers small and agro-based enterprises to grow and become financially sustainable. The specific roles and responsibilities of the post-holder are:

•  Lead the development of small business development strategy
•  Lead the identification and enrolment of small and agro businesses to participate in the program
•  Formation and strengthening of small businesses and associations
• Facilitate linkages and networking among small business owners especially Soap Making groups, VSLAs and FBOs
•  Support small business owners to develop and implement business development plans
•  Mentor and coach small businesses to adopt best business practices including but not limited to business registration, records keeping and customer care
•  Develop guidelines and roll out a revolving fund
•  Set-up and operationalize VVF mobile business incubation centre concept
•  Develop training materialsand conduct regular capacity building for small business owners
•  Document and share success stories, best practices and lessons learned from program implementation
•  Develop monitoring tools and track the performance of small businesses
•  Participate in project accountability platforms including the project steering committee and staff review meetings
•  Establish partnerships with the Business Advisory Centre at the various district assemblies and other actors within the district and region
•  Prepare and share weekly, monthly and activity based reports with supervisor
•  Represent VVF at stakeholder meetings in consultation with supervisor (s)

Qualification Required & Experience

 Profile and experience of the post-holder

•  Degree in Agri-Business, Economics, Integrated Development Studies, Commerce, Accounting, Banking and Finance or equivalent work experience
•  At least 3 years’ experience working in similar position with a non-profit organization
•  Ability to ride a motor bike for long distances in remote communities
•  Ability to work in multi-ethnic and culturally diverse stakeholders
•  Analysis and problem-solving skills with ability to make sound judgment
•  Attention to details, accuracy and timeliness in executing assigned responsibilities
•  Good verbal and written communication skills in English required
•  Ability to Speak Sissali and/or Dagaare language is required
•  Strong commitment to improving the well-being of families in rural communities
•  Computer literacy in word, access and excel is required

Location: Accra