Overview
Provide targeted due diligence assessments and capacity building to SMEs and value chain operators. The role involves training, coaching, and developing readiness assessments and action plans.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct in-depth training and coaching for selected cooperatives/ SMEs in Uganda, Honduras and DRC.
- Conduct in-depth training and coaching for selected cooperatives/ SMEs in Uganda, Ghana and Ethiopia.
- Conduct 15-20 Due diligence readiness assessments with selected cooperatives and MSMEs in the context of the ASEAN Scope Trade Project.
- Develop 15-20 individual readiness reports and action plans on the gaps and risks identified at the company level for selected cooperatives and MSMEs vis-à-vis the due diligence requirements for the ASEAN Scope Trade Project.
- Support and provide inputs to a presentation of assessment results for ASEAN Scope Trade Cohort.
- Develop capacity building resources for the ASEAN Scope Trade Cohort, with inputs from experts, regional teams and partners, including ToT manuals and supporting materials.
- Support the implementation of 15-20 Due diligence readiness assessments per country with selected cooperatives and MSMEs in the context of the RBC Africa project, in coordination with National RBC consultants.
- Review individual readiness reports and action plans, developed by ITC online tools, on the gaps and risks identified at the company level for selected cooperatives and MSMEs vis-à-vis the due diligence requirements for the RBC Africa project.
- Support and provide inputs to a presentation of assessment results for RBC Africa country cohorts.
- Review and update capacity building resources for the RBC Africa cohorts, with inputs from experts, regional teams and partners, including ToT manuals, e-learning and supporting materials.
- Provide accompaniment and monitoring of performance indicators developed with the selected companies and cooperatives.
- Prepare presentations and written updates for coordination meetings and meetings with national technical personnel and partners in ESG and DD.
Required Experience
- A minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience in project management, human rights, sustainability, agricultural and rural development, including knowledge of agri-business and participatory approaches.
- Experience of working with international/donor organizations or in national development agencies.
- Experience in sustainability, environment and inclusiveness.
- Experience as trainer desirable.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in international law, human rights, development or a related field.
- Extensive relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the university degree.
