Posted:Jul 12
By:Hiring Kenya
Company Details
Industry:
Non-Profit Organization Management
Description:
Finn Church Aid - Action for Human Dignity Finn Church Aid (FCA) is the largest Finnish development cooperation organisation and the second largest provider of humanitarian assistance. We operate in 15 countries, where the needs are most dire. We work with the poorest people, regardless of their religious beliefs, ethnic background or political convictions. Our work is based on rights, which means that our operations are guided by equality, non-discrimination and responsibility. Aiming for permanent change Permanent change in developing countries can only be achieved through persistent cooperation with local communities and people. Finn Church Aid is committed to working until the people in need can independently secure their livelihood and satisfy their basic needs. For human rights, against poverty The reduction of poverty requires achieving peace and the realisation of human rights. Through our projects, we work to ensure both. We encourage decision-makers and all Finns to address structures that induce poverty, violence and human rights violations. Africa and Asia as the main targets In 2016, FCA will provide aid for 34 million euros in value. The majority of our funds come from private investors, the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland, and parishes. Over 85 percent of the donated funds are directed to aid work. The share of domestic operations and general administration is about 15 percent. Most of our assistance goes to Africa. The need for assistance on the continent has been caused and maintained by political instability, prolonged crises and natural disasters. The second most significant target for aid funds is Asia, which has the largest number of people living in poverty. International cooperation FCA is a partner organisation of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland and a founding member of the international aid alliance of churches, ACT Alliance. The alliance forms one of the largest aid organisations in the world. Its total volume is €1.6 billion each year, and it has operations in 140 countries. Over 100 aid organisations are involved in ACT Alliance.
Job Description
Objectives & Deliverables
Learning Design & Delivery:
- Develop and deliver a training and coaching curriculum (focusing on entrepreneurship, business model generation, business-model validation, business startup & management, financial literacy, sales/marketing and business development, access to markets, and investor-readiness) especially tailored to the needs of women in the creative industry.
- Utilize a variety of teaching and adult-learning methods to accommodate different learning styles and ensure maximum comprehension.
Coaching and Mentorship:
- Provide virtual coaching in phase 1 and hybrid coaching and mentorship sessions in phase 2 for each cohort to creative entrepreneurs to support their business growth and development, offering personalized support and guidance to help them overcome business challenges and achieve their goals.
- Offer personalized guidance on overcoming challenges, setting goals, and implementing effective strategies.
- Foster a supportive and collaborative environment to encourage continuous learning and improvement.
Linkages and Networking:
- Help facilitate connections between creative entrepreneurs and relevant stakeholders, including clients, industry experts, and potential collaborators.
- Help participants identify and promote opportunities for finance, partnerships, and market access to enhance the sustainability and success of creative enterprises.
- Help participants to leverage the WICE Network and other platforms to showcase the work of creative entrepreneurs and promote their products and services to wider audiences.
- Expand Access to Resources
- Help establish partnerships with local financial institutions to provide access to microloans or grants for women entrepreneurs.
- Help facilitate networking events and industry exhibitions to connect women entrepreneurs with potential investors, suppliers, and customers.
- Help provide guidance on accessing government support programs and incentives available for small businesses in the creative industry.
Foster a Supportive Ecosystem
- Help women creative entrepreneurs to establish peer support groups or forums where they can share experiences, challenges, and best practices.
- Help facilitate regular networking sessions and meetups to facilitate collaboration and knowledge exchange among women in creative enterprises.
- Help build an online platform or community forum to provide ongoing support, resources, and opportunities for networking and collaboration beyond the duration of the project.
- Help build an online platform or community forum to provide ongoing support, resources, and opportunities for networking and collaboration beyond the duration of the project.
Skills and qualifications required
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, entrepreneurship, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
- Proven experience (minimum 5 years) as a business trainer, coach, or consultant, preferably within the creative industry or entrepreneurship ecosystem. Preference will be given to a business trainer, coach, or consultant with existing business training curriculum and content, preferably relevant to the creative sector.
- Strong understanding of business principles, including but not limited to marketing, finance, operations, and strategic planning.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and motivate participants from diverse backgrounds.
- Familiarity with the local business environment in Nairobi and Turkana Counties, with a focus on the creative sector, is highly desirable.
- Fluency in English and Swahili required. Knowledge of local languages spoken in Turkana County is an advantage.
- All proposals must be submitted by mail and please state in the subject line “Business Trainers and Coaches”.
Education: Degree, Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time
Contact Information
Name: Kenyan Jobs
