Livelihood & Food Security Assistant (Volunteer) at Gidauniya Aid Empowerment Foundation Initiative (GAEFI)

Position Summary

The Livelihood & Food Security Assistant (Volunteer) will support the implementation of community-based livelihood activities aimed at improving income generation and self-sufficiency among target beneficiaries. The volunteer will work closely with the Livelihood Officer or Program Coordinator to facilitate skills training, monitor beneficiaries' progress, and assist in organizing livelihood and economic empowerment sessions.

This volunteer role offers valuable experience for individuals interested in community development, entrepreneurship, and economic empowerment initiatives.

Location

Implementation locations: Borno, Adamawa, Yobe, Katsina, Zamfara, and Sokoto States, Nigeria

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning and implementation of livelihood and skills-training sessions (e.g., tailoring, agribusiness, food processing, crafts, ICT)
• Assist in mobilizing community members to participate in vocational and entrepreneurship programs
• Maintain attendance records, collect progress data, and support monitoring of trainees' performance
• Facilitate small-group mentoring sessions and promote peer learning among participants
• Help identify local market opportunities and link trainees with potential buyers or suppliers
• Participate in organizing exhibitions or community events to showcase livelihood products and achievements
• Document success stories, lessons learned, and beneficiaries' feedback for program improvement
• Support basic data entry and contribute to monthly activity reports
• Ensure gender inclusion and participation of vulnerable groups in all livelihood interventions

Areas of Accountability

The Livelihood & Food Security Assistant (Volunteer) will be accountable for:

• Program Implementation: Ensuring all assigned Livelihood & Food Security (LFS) and Multi-purpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) activities are conducted in line with organizational and donor requirements
• Data and Reporting: Accurate documentation and timely submission of reports