Market  Development Facility
  Location: 
  Port Vila
   
  Due Date: 
  08-10-2022
   
  Type: 
  Full time
   
  Organisation Description: 
  Market Development Facility is funded by the Australian and New Zealand  Government. It is implemented by Palladium, in partnership with Swisscontact.
  
  We connect individuals, businesses, governments and NGOs with each other, and  with markets at home and abroad. This enhances investment and coordination and  allows partnerships to flourish, strengthening inclusive economic growth. MDF is  implemented by Palladium in partnership with Swisscontact, who are contracted to  deliver the program until mid-2027.
  
  MDF is expanding its presence in the Pacific, to Samoa, Tonga and Vanuatu. MDF  Vanuatu is recruiting several Business Advisers. We are looking for candidates  with a diverse range of skills. Some of the qualities we are seeking include:
  
  Creativity and an eye for innovation
  Robust analytical skills
  Business acumen
  Persuasive communication and negotiation skills
  Excellent English communication skills – verbal and written
   
  Job Desctiption:
  The Business Adviser analyses economic opportunities and constraints to  growth and develops innovative solutions with businesses and other  organisations. The sectors in which you will work may change over time but are  likely to include one or more of the following: agriculture, tourism,  manufacturing, and financial services.
  
  Primary Duties and Responsibilities: 
  
  Meeting with a wide variety of public and private stakeholders, especially  businesses, government officials, workers and farmers, to understand how the  economy, sectors, markets and businesses in Vanuatu function. This will include  travel and fieldwork throughout the country.
  With the support of colleagues and management, conducting socioeconomic  analysis, including assessing the business environment, poverty, gender,  industry competitiveness, as well as the roles of businesses, traders and  farmers. This will include identifying constraints to, and opportunities to  promote economic growth.
  Assisting with the creation of strategies that will allow MDF to address the  constraints identified and achieve MDF's pro-poor economic development  objectives.
  Designing innovative activities in line with MDF's strategies. This will  include working with a wide mix of organisations, devising new business models,  negotiating with prospective partners, and drafting concept notes and  contracts.
  Developing strong working relationships with program partners and other external  stakeholders, from government, the private sector and non-government  organisations.
  Monitoring the progress of activities, making adjustments based on lessons, and  identifying opportunities to scale up the best ideas.
  Working with Quality and Inclusion staff to create, monitor and update quality  and inclusion documentation, including results chains, results measurement  plans, field surveys, etc.
  Applying inclusion frameworks and strategies (gender equality, disability  inclusion) to all program activities.
  Working with communications staff to develop communications products related to  MDF's activities.
  Supporting various aspects of program administration, including contracting,  budgeting, financial management, recruitment, etc.
  
   
  Selection Criteria:
  Required Qualifications:
  
   Essential
  
  An entrepreneurial attitude, and a strong interest in working with the private  sector on innovative business models.
  Willingness to work hard and travel extensively within Vanuatu, meeting a  diverse range of stakeholders, conducting research and monitoring activities.
  Demonstrated interpersonal skills with both colleagues and external  stakeholders.
  Familiarity with issues affecting the Vanuatu economy, business environment and  international business trends.
  At least a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, such as economics,  business, agriculture, tourism, or international development, or equivalent  professional experience.
  Excellent English language skills (written and spoken).
  Desirable
  
  Work experience in economic development, business, or closely related fields.
  The ability to speak and comprehend local languages (Bislama/French)
  The ability to undertake short-term travel to Fiji and other MDF Pacific  locations for capacity building (subject to travel and health restrictions).
   
  Salary:
     
  How to Apply
  Apply by:
  Via website
   
  Contact Person:
  mdf-vacancies@thepalladiumgroup.com
   
  Contact Phone:
     
  Email to send applications to:
  mdf-vacancies@thepalladiumgroup.com
   
  Postal Address or location to apply in  person:
     
  Website:
  https://palladium.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/2/home/requisition/15047?c=palladium
   
  How to apply - more information:
  Application Process  By clicking on the "Apply Now" button  below, please submit your CV and brief cover letter (no more than one page)  outlining your suitability in line with the requirements of the position.   Applications close on: Midnight 8th October 2022(Port Vila Time).   The position is open to nationals of Vanuatu and permanent residents with  authority to live and work in Vanuatu. Rates of pay are based on local labour  standards.
   For further information on the above job  please contact the employer directly.
   
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