Women Economic Development Officer

An exciting full time vacancy for a Women Economic Development Officer is now available at Y-Peer, Hargeisa. With 3 - 4 years of experience required, this position is suited for mid-to-senior level professionals in Development. The application deadline is Feb, 26 — early applications are encouraged. Position Title - Women Economic Development Officer Organization - Somaliland Y-PEER Project Title - Somaliland Women Artisan Empowerment Project Funded- ISF Duty Station - Hargeisa, with frequent field visits to Togdheer Region Contract Type and Duration - Full time position, one year contract, with possible extension based on performance and funding Expected Start Date - March 2026 Reporting Line - Women Economic Development Officer will report directly to the Project Manager. 1. Background and Purpose of the Role Somaliland Y-PEER is a non-governmental, non-profit making and non-political youth and community development network. Somaliland Y-PEER was legally registered at the Ministry of Planning and National Development of Somaliland in 2008 with registration number L43/13/198/2019 as shown on the latest registration certificate. Somaliland Y-PEER operates in all regions of Somaliland on the promotion of reproductive health rights and gender equality, prevention of gender-based violence, STIs, HIV/AIDS, substance abuse as well as improvement of youth and women economy through innovative peer to peer approaches. Somaliland Y-PEER is implementing the Somaliland Women Artisan Empowerment Project, funded by ISF, a Finnish foundation supported by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland. The project aimed at strengthening the economic empowerment of women artisans. The project focuses on enhancing technical and vocational skills among youth and women, creating a supportive policy environment and infrastructure, building entrepreneurship capacity, and promoting financial independence to enable beneficiaries to establish and manage sustainable small businesses. The Women Economic Development Officer is a newly established position responsible for leading the effective implementation of project activities related to women’s economic rights, vocational skills training, business development support, mentorship, reporting, and stakeholder engagement. The role requi === Skills & Qualifications === 4. Required Qualifications and Experience Education: - Bachelor’s degree in one of the following or a related field Ø Education, Development Studies, Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, Economics and Social Sciences and any other related field. Professional Experience • Minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant professional experience in: - o Small business development or entrepreneurship support. o Women’s empowerment or community development projects. o Experience in developing and implementing income-generating activities. o Experience supporting artisan groups, cooperatives, or small-scale enterprises Technical Skills • Strong knowledge of artisan, and innovation. • Strong knowledge of entrepreneurship and small business management. • Practical skills in bookkeeping, marketing, customer relations, and basic financial literacy. • Ability to guide women in developing and managing micro-enterprises. • Understanding of project management, implementation --- About Hargeisa --- Hargeisa is the capital and largest city of Somaliland, serving as the region's main economic and administrative hub. The city is home to a growing number of international organizations, NGOs, and private sector companies, making it a key employment center in the Horn of Africa. Professionals relocating to Hargeisa will find a dynamic and rapidly developing urban environment. Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Shaqo Hargeysa • Shaqo Buuxda • Shaqo Cusub

4. Required Qualifications and Experience Education: - Bachelor’s degree in one of the following or a related field Ø Education, Development Studies, Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, Economics and Social Sciences and any other related field. Professional Experience • Minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant professional experience in: - o Small business development or entrepreneurship support. o Women’s empowerment or community development projects. o Experience in developing and implementing income-generating activities. o Experience supporting artisan groups, cooperatives, or small-scale enterprises Technical Skills • Strong knowledge of artisan, and innovation. • Strong knowledge of entrepreneurship and small business management. • Practical skills in bookkeeping, marketing, customer relations, and basic financial literacy. • Ability to guide women in developing and managing micro-enterprises. • Understanding of project management, implementation and community mobilization. • ICT and digital skills are an added advantage. • Knowledge of protection issues, including GBV and FGM, is an asset to ensure training and facilitation are sensitive, inclusive, and empowering. 5. Core Competencies • Strong communication and facilitation skills • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple activities • Teamwork and coordination skills • Gender sensitivity and commitment to women’s empowerment • Conflict resolution and basic counselling skills • Marketing, branding, and value chain development knowledge 6. Safeguarding and Protection • The role involves direct engagement with women, including potentially vulnerable groups. • The Women Economic Development Officer must comply with Somaliland Y-PEER safeguarding policies and code of conduct. • Strong commitment to gender sensitive approaches and protection from exploitati

7. Application Requirements Interested candidates are required to submit an Updated CV, Cover letter and at least two professional references. Interested and qualified candidates who met the above criteria should send updated CV and application letters to [email protected] . Please write “Application of Women Economic Development Officer Post” in the subject of your email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further process. Qualified females are strongly encouraged to apply. The deadline is 26th February 2026 Apply on [email protected] Apply at: mailto:[email protected]