Business Development Service Agent
Washington, District Of Columbia, Us
The Community Economic Development (CED) project focus is ensuring economic security and upward mobility, particularly for women and youth in local households. Aligned with the development approach, assume roles such as co-trainer, co-facilitator, and mentor, fostering entrepreneurial behaviors and imparting vital business skills to youth and women entrepreneurs. Primary emphasis lies in small and micro enterprises, specifically in agribusiness and solid waste management, with a commitment to gender equity and positive youth development.Contributions include unlocking entrepreneurial potential, aligning with national strategies for women and youth entrepreneurship, and active participation in local business events. Partnering with local entities to engage in co-organizing activities with youth clubs being vital for developing entrepreneurial skills.Capacity-building within women's groups involves co-training in basic business skills and collaboration with partners to facilitate access to technical training and financial services. This extends to supporting local partners in co-op development, youth employment opportunities, and resilience building for micro and small enterprises.Recognizing the significance of Information and Communication Technologies for Business (ICT4B), contribute to leveraging these tools for enhanced business outcomes.Integral to efforts is the incorporation of gender equity and empowerment initiatives across all aspects of work. Collaborating with community members, actively promote gender-equitable norms and work towards enhancing the sense of agency among girls and women.As a catalyst for Senegal's development, share our story with counterparts and host governments. Additionally, monitor and report on activities throughout service, contributing to the wider Peace Corps narrative and fostering sustainable impact in the communities we serve. #CommunityDevelopment #Entrepreneurship #GenderEquity #PeaceCorpsImpact