I-DEV INTERNATIONAL Field Program Officer (Peru)

 I-DEV INTERNATIONAL
Field Program Officer (Peru)
POSITION: Field Program Officer
DATES: April 1st 2015 – September 30th 2016 (18 months)
LOCATION: Iquitos, Peru
ABOUT I-DEV INTERNATIONAL:
I-DEV International (www.idevinternational.com) is a global management strategy and financial advisory firm
with offices in San Francisco (Global Headquarters), Peru (Latin America Regional Headquarters) and Kenya
(Africa Regional Headquarters). Via its Insight Consulting and Investment Services Groups, I-DEV helps to build
and finance competitive, viable businesses and industries in emerging markets worldwide through a large
network of impact investment funds, global corporations, social enterprises and local SMEs, and leading
foundations and development organizations.
PROJECT BACKGROUND:
I-DEV International and the Bernard Van Leer Foundation are launching an 18-month long project in Iquitos, in
the Amazon region of Peru, with the aim of developing an ecosystem of commercially viable and competitive
micro-businesses in the community of Belén. While the wider Iquitos area has become the second most popular
tourist destination in Peru, the Belén district has seen little economic growth with most residents still living in
extreme poverty and without access to basic services. The project will aim to build entrepreneurship capabilities
in the community and create linkages with existing market opportunities and industries, with the ultimate goal of
improving livelihoods in the area. As part of the project, I-DEV will launch an Entrepreneurship Center in Belén
that will be the focal point for community engagement and capacity building.
THE POSITION:
I-DEV is looking for a full-time Field Program Officer to be based in Iquitos and to closely manage the operations
of the project. The Field Program Officer will be responsible for developing and coordinating relationships with
local partners and businesses, helping to design the contents of the entrepreneurship training and supporting its
delivery to participants, as well as providing on-going business counseling and assistance to program participants
alongside the I-DEV team.
The Field Program Officer will have responsibilities relating to the project’s strategy, operations and
administration:
1) Project Strategy
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Participation in regular team meetings on planning, execution and project strategy
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Assist project manager in collecting and documenting lessons learnt throughout duration of project
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Help project team define a successful sustainability strategy for the Entrepreneurship Center
2) Operations Coordination
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Serve as main point of contact in Iquitos for I-DEV’s team and project counterparts
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Develop and manage relations with the municipality, local NGOs, local industries and businesses,
potential funders, microfinance institutions, community organizations, etc.
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Coordinate local partners through weekly meetings, e-mail follow-ups and phone calls
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Help to establish and set up the Entrepreneurship Center in Belén
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Take active role in the design and delivery of the micro-entrepreneurship training program, including
defining training contents, identifying key capacity building partners and supporting the organization and
facilitation of workshops and events.
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Work closely with local partners to create appropriate community outreach and communication
strategies and identify and enroll participants in the training program
3) Administration
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Assist project manager in the drafting of project reports, documents and other deliverables
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Monitor budgets and keep records of monthly expenses
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Take on other administrative tasks as assigned such as updating contacts database, taking meeting
minutes, assisting with travel logistics, etc.
The position is for a fixed term of 18 months, with the possibility to be considered for a full time position with IDEV’s regional office at the end of the assignment.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Successful candidates for the position will have the following qualifications and experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Public Policy or International Relations
• 2-3 years of prior working experience in the development sector and/or the social business sector,
including field-based experience with community development in a developing country context
• Enthusiastic, self-starter, with a passion for development and working with under-served communities
• Advanced planning, assessment and analytical skills
• Desire to work with impoverished communities and ability to adapt to difficult living conditions
• Proficiency in Spanish is required
• Prior experience in Latin America or Peru a plus
The interview process will test strong candidates on past experience, problem solving, ability to think
strategically and innovatively, basic business skills, language, and general fit.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
I-DEV will offer a competitive, entry-level salary based on the position-holder’s experience and cost of living in
Iquitos, plus a performance-based bonus of up to 25% of annual base salary, and 5% commission on any net
revenue brought into I-DEV.
In addition, I-DEV will also provide the following in-kind benefits:
• Full international health and property insurance
• Furnished and comfortable housing in a central location in Iquitos including internet and utilities
• 1 flight to Lima (or equivalent) per month
Additionally, I-DEV will cover all work-related expenses, including visa expenses, cell phone and monthly phone
plan, and travel and accommodation for work-related trips.
HOW TO APPLY:
Send a cover letter and resume with Subject Title “I-DEV Iquitos Field Program Officer” to Camille
Chouan: [email protected]