Role Overview Summary

This role will promote green entrepreneurship development among the youths and cooperatives within the communities that the project is being implemented.  This will enhance the competitiveness and participation of young people in the value chains of the blue economy by leveraging green entrepreneurial opportunities within the blue economy value chains.

Ideal Applicant Summary

We are looking for an individual with knowledge in marine Conservation, Aquaculture or related Business Studies fields or equivalent experience. The ideal candidate should have relevant experience in implementation of blue economy related projects/programs, green business/enterprise development, market linkages and private sector engagement for individual producers, producer groups, micro and small-sized enterprises, and other collectives.

Competencies and Behaviour

At VSO we believe progress is only possible by working together. Whether you want to join us as an employee, or as a volunteer working in your own country, overseas or online, our selection process includes an assessment based on these core competencies:

• Ability to be open minded and respectful
• Ability to be resilient and adaptive to new situations
• Ability to facilitate positive change and build sustainable working relationships
• Ability to seek and share knowledge

Equal Opportunities

VSO promotes equal opportunities and values a diverse workforce

Equal Opportunities: VSO promotes equal opportunities and values a diverse workforce.

VSO reserves the right to close this job early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.