Location : Addis Ababa

Employment Type : Full-time

Language : English, Amharic

Industry : Other

Seniority : Senior (5+ Years)

Skills : Relationship Building Skill, Collaboration skill, Communication Skill

Position : Consultant

Salary: Negotiable Salary

Position Overview

We’re an online SaaS-enabled Pan African freelancers Marketplace created to bridge the labor gap between skilled freelancers and companies in Africa while strengthening the continent’s presence and competitiveness throughout the global gig economy.

We are creating the future of work in Africa by training and matching the best of African talent to global opportunities. Our vision is to be the most trusted and reliable source of talent that showcases Africa’s competitiveness. We commit to deliver exceptional value to our customers by offering skilled talent with the right mindset, attitude, and integrity.

Our Mission is to be THE trusted marketplace for customers and talent. The best part is, we have a track record. We provide easy and seamless access to the best talents through a digital platform accessible globally. We enable superior execution and effective delivery through team augmentation and remote working. We use breakthrough technology to curate the best talents for our clients to yield the best outcome. 

Role Overview

As the Refugee Marketplace Scale-Up Consultant, you will play a crucial role in expanding our efforts to connect skilled refugees with meaningful employment opportunities. You will leverage your deep understanding of refugee demographics, exceptional partnership skills, and business development acumen to guide us in scaling up our platform. As we onboard skilled refugeed onto the dedicated talent marketplace, your expertise will be pivotal in establishing partnerships and business relationships to scale the program to another height.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic plans for scaling up the refugee marketplace, considering both short-term and long-term objectives

• Lead initiatives to expand the refugee marketplace's programs and services, ensuring they align with the evolving needs of both refugees and employers.

• Establish and nurture strategic partnerships with organizations, NGOs, Private companies with CSR hire program and government agencies to enhance the reach and impact of the refugee marketplace.

• Engage with key stakeholders, including refugee communities, employers, educational institutions, and advocacy groups, to foster collaboration and support.

• Establish robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess the effectiveness and impact of marketplace expansion initiatives.

• Provide leadership and guidance to a multidisciplinary team involved in scaling efforts, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.

• Conduct outreach programs to raise awareness about the marketplace, engage with refugee communities, and ensure inclusivity in program design.

• Collaborate with international organizations and initiatives focused on refugee empowerment to share insights and best practices.

• Prepare regular reports on the progress of scale-up initiatives, documenting successes, challenges, and areas for improvement.

Person Specifications:

Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, International Development, Social Entrepreneurship, or a related field. Advanced degrees such as Master's in Business Administration (MBA) would be a plus.

• Minimum of five years experience in a similar field

Skill Competency

• Ability to develop and execute strategic plans that align with organizational goals and contribute to the growth of the Boundless Skills marketplace.

• Exceptional relationship-building skills to establish and maintain strategic partnerships with diverse stakeholders, including NGOs, government agencies, and corporations.

• Proficient in designing and implementing program initiatives.

• Identify and secure funding opportunities and partnerships.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder engagement.

• Intermediate understanding of Talent acquisition.

Personal Attributes 

• Ability to envision and drive strategic growth for the refugee marketplace

• Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to convey ideas effectively.

• Awareness of global issues and trends related to refugee employment and integration.

• Genuine passion for making a positive social impact through refugee empowerment.

How to apply:

• Register using the following link CLICK HERE