ACTED, an international non-profit NGO, is seeking a Livelihoods Assistant to join its team in Venezuela. This role is crucial for supervising and executing livelihood activities within an emergency response project in the Carabobo state.
The assistant will ensure project activities align with specifications, donor requirements, and ACTED's procedures, contributing to immediate humanitarian aid and long-term sustainable growth.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | Job |
|---|---|
| Institution | Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development (ACTED) |
| Location | Carabobo, Venezuela |
| Region | Latin America |
| Open to | Not specified |
| Funding | Not specified |
| Stipend / Salary | Professional fees according to the organization's scale |
| Duration | 3 months, with possibility of renewal |
| Start date | Not specified |
| Application deadline | 02 November 2026 |
About the Position
The Livelihoods Assistant will support the development and implementation of livelihood activities in the field, ensuring adherence to international standards and ACTED's strategic plan. Key responsibilities include planning project stages, ensuring timely execution within budget, mitigating risks, collecting and analyzing livelihood data, and contributing to the design of interventions across various sectors. The role also involves on-site supervision, training beneficiaries, promoting community participation, drafting reports, documenting best practices, and representing ACTED in relevant coordination meetings.
Eligibility
- Professional degree (undergraduate or master's) in agronomic engineering, environmental engineering, or a related discipline.
- At least one year of relevant experience in implementing livelihood projects, preferably within an international NGO.
- Proficiency in generic humanitarian guides and manuals, such as the Sphere Handbook.
- Experience interacting with national partners and local/governmental authorities.
- Proven organizational skills.
- Experience working in multicultural environments.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Soft skills: dynamism, leadership, team management, autonomy, high attention to detail, responsibility, assertive communication, results-orientation, transparency, flexibility.
- Desirable: Experience in training and capacity building.
Benefits
Not specified in the official listing – check the source page.
Documents Required
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How to Apply
- Register your application via the provided link: https://forms.gle/ozqk8Q6eiytbAoBH7
- ACTED reserves the right to close the recruitment process before the deadline due to urgency.
Source: ReliefWeb Jobs.
Details can change – always confirm eligibility and deadline on the official listing before applying.
