Small Business Advisor - Volunteering Job in Nigeria at CUSO International

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Job Title: Small Business Advisor

Location: Akpap Okoyong, Odukpani L.G.A., Cross River Stat, Nigeria

Organisation: CUSO International

Scope: Volunteering

Start Date: October 2012

Length of placement: 12-24 months

Overseas placement: Small Business Advisor, Nigeria

Partner name: Mary Slessor Foundation (MSF)

Funding eligibility requirements: Must be Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident

Language Requirements:

•   Fluency in English – Level 4-5

•   Language Requirements Assessment

THE VOLUNTEER'S ROLE

Overall placement purpose and specific volunteer placement objectives:

MSF would immensely benefit from the placement of an experienced entrepreneur who also understands Organizational Development, and who is able to support the development and implementation of strategic plans, as well as to implement and train staff on business best practices in both the Agricultural Processing Mill and Vocational Training Center.

Specific Objectives: –  Train local staff (and students) in business and entrepreneurship skills; introduce a range of tools

to increase their income and the revenue generated by MSF through contract work –  Provide support and training in efficient and effective management operations at the Agricultural

Processing Mill –  Train and mentor staff in best administrative practices, organizational development and strategic

planning (including all stakeholders). –  Support the set-up of a resource library related to entrepreneurship, business & communication.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Essential requirements –  Degree in Business, Economics, Marketing or related field and experience working in an

entrepreneurial environment or as owner/manager of a small business –  Experience in Organizational Development and in leadership roles –  Experience in management, marketing, market research and sales –  Resourcefulness, strategic thinking, creative problem solving and basic financial management skills –  Excellent communication skills, verbal and written –  Experience training, teaching or in mentoring role

Desirable –  MBA with focus on developing countries, social entrepreneurship, small business and/or

Certificate in Project Management, Leadership, Communication, etc –  Experience in innovative product development

Note: In order to meet Nigeria's work permit restrictions, volunteers must be under 58 years of age.

TRAINING AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT

Our training and support package covers the costs of being an overseas volunteer, allowing you to enjoy a

modest but healthy lifestyle while you volunteer abroad. This includes: –  Attendance at a Cuso International assessment day (candidates must cover the first $150 of the

most cost-effective travel expenses and accommodation costs). –  Travel and accommodation costs associated with pre-departure training. –  Return airfare and visa/permit (this includes a return flight in the case of a family emergency). –  Coverage for required vaccinations, medications and comprehensive health insurance. –  Accommodation while overseas. –  A modest living allowance, which varies depending on the country where you are placed –  Quarterly payments to support you in your placement –  Modest support for accompanying partners

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please apply online, quoting referral code NG0942/0009/0001 and the name of the placement.

Small Business Advisor - Volunteering Job in Nigeria