About SNV

SNV is a global development partner, deeply rooted in the countries where we operate. Driven by a vision of a better world where all people live with dignity and have equitable opportunities to thrive sustainably, SNV strengthens capacities and catalyses partnerships that transform agri-food, energy, and water systems. We help strengthen institutions and effective governance, reduce gender inequalities and barriers to social inclusion, and enable adaptation and mitigation to the climate and biodiversity crises.

With 60 years of experience and a team of approximately 1,600 people, we support our partners in more than 20 countries in Africa and Asia, tailoring our approaches to different contexts to achieve large-scale impact and create more equitable lives for all.

Our core values of people-centeredness and respect, equity and equality, and diversity and inclusion, are fundamental to who we are, and what we do. This is reflected in our vision and mission, and strategy, which sets out our aspirations and commitments as our compass towards 2030.

For more information on our operations in Nigeria and SNV visit our website: www.snv.org

SNV has been present in Nigeria since 2020 and is currently seeking applicants for a full-time position for Youth Employment and Mobilisation Advisor on one of its Agriculture Project. The position is based in Abuja.

Overview of the Position

The Youth Employment and Mobilisation Advisor will be responsible for the project day to day implementation within the project targeted area with the objective to support and identify Youth- and women-led green enterprises developed into competitive entrepreneurs and job creators through functional and transformed adapted-crop value chains and markets. S/he will provide both programmatic and administrative support to youth employment intervention and work with youth, youth groups and structures, local government, private sector and other partners for the delivery of the project activities. The advisor will work jointly with the project lead, national technical team and other SNV project staff to deliver the assigned task.

The key responsibilities of the Youth Employment and Mobilisation Advisor will include the following:

• Facilitate active participation and trust-building with communities and other stakeholders.
• Continuously identify and promote business opportunities for new youth-led MSEs and wage employment in the target regions and respective project areas.
• Support knowledge sharing and learning and exchange of best practices and innovative solutions in youth entrepreneurship and attend key events on youth employment in agriculture;
• Mobilize, organize and profile youth groups for engagement in adapted-crop value chain activities
• Facilitate the provision of basic life, business and technical skills training to young women and men job seekers that align with the requirements of potential employers in partnership with training service providers and employers.
• Support the establishment of youth representative advisory structures to guide project implementation.
• Proactively identify and engage enterprises and other actors for apprenticeship and on-the job training.
• Facilitate the provision of tailored business skills trainings to young women and men led MSEs (including soft, financial literacy and digital skills).
• Facilitate the provision of business development services.
• Link youth led MSEs with a financial institution and other financing opportunities to improve access to funds.
• Engage in the identification of potential business development service providers. 
• Facilitate to support business start-up.
• Capacitate youth-led MSEs.
• Facilitate brokering and professionalization of market linkages.
• Accomplish related activities to ensure the jobs created are dignified and fulfilling.
• Ensure the regular project data collection and timely reporting and performance indicators.
• Contribute to the documentation of project lessons. 

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree preferably M.SC in the field (s) such as: Agri business, Agriculture, Entrepreneurship, Community development, and/or related courses.

Experience:

• Minimum five years and above years’ experience in enterprise development, agri business development, youth employment and livelihoods, marketing, microenterprise development, community based financial service, microfinance.
• Good facilitation skill
• Able to lead and take ownership of deliverables
• Experiences of working in NGOs; and communities at grass root level are advantageous.
• Understanding of enterprise and value chain/agri business development.
• Strong networking, partnership and interpersonal skills
• Training planning and delivery skills.

Competencies:

• Problem analysis
• Focus on quality.
• Result orientation.
• Persuasiveness.

Additional Skill:

• Excellent understanding of the culture and ways of living of target communities
• Speaks the local language fluently.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and excellent awareness about communities, government structure and etc.     
• Good report writing skill and able to collect document and share records and information.
• Computer proficiency is required.
• Ability and Willingness to frequently travel to all project locations.
• work independently and as part of the team, and work effectively with co-workers, partner agencies and the private sector.
• Computer proficiency is required.

Contract Type: Employment Contract

Contract Duration:  Two (2) year full-time National employment contract

Expected Start Date: 15 November 2026, depending on contract award date

Duty Station: Abuja, Nigeria

Application and Selection Process

How to apply 

If your credentials meet the outlined profile, and you feel inspired by this opportunity, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and motivation letter in English on Smart Recruiters. Deadline is October 19, 2026

NB: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If this role isn’t the right fit but you’re interested in joining SNV in the future, we invite you to follow us on LinkedIn and our career page Vacancies | SNV to stay updated on new opportunities that match your profile.

Working at SNV 
At SNV we challenge and inspire and offer continuous growth. We offer meaningful opportunities to shape the future, expand your skills, and collaborate with a vibrant, global network of experts. At SNV your contribution matter, and your development is our priority.

We are home to 57 cultures working in 22 countries, with about 95% of our team members holding the nationality of the respective countries we work in. We promote (international) career development. Our workforce consists of a mix of both people with longstanding tenure, willing to share their institutional knowledge, as well as people with external backgrounds and experience. All with an inquisitive view and united in ‘ONE SNV’ working towards our purpose.

Together, we are committed to the effective and efficient stewardship of resources and maximising positive, lasting impacts. Our ability to deliver results rests on our robust foundation of experience, technical knowledge, evidence and learning; our commitment to strengthening capacities and catalysing partnerships; and the relationships and trust of those we work alongside.

At SNV, inclusivity is at the heart of our ethos. We celebrate the diversity of our workforce and uphold a policy of non-discrimination based on factors such as disability status, religion, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, and more.

Reference and vetting check

At SNV, our belief in the CARE principles — Commitment to impact, Adaptive to Context, Respecting Difference and Expertise in Practice — shapes how we work with each other and every interaction we have with our colleagues, partners, and the communities we serve. These values guide how we welcome new team members, ensuring our workplace remains a place of trust, safety, and dignity for all.

As part of our commitment to a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace, we carry out reference and background checks for all determined positions, with particular attention to safeguarding. You will be invited to provide the contact details of [two] referees, and we will only approach them once you have given your permission. We handle this process with care, empathy, and strict confidentiality, using the information solely for purposes related to your application and the role you have applied for.

SNV is committed to safeguarding and to protecting children and adults from all forms of harm, with zero tolerance for sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, or any other form of misconduct. As part of creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive working environment, all staff, consultants, and partners are expected to uphold SNV’s safeguarding, child protection, ethical standards, and CARE principles. In line with these commitments — and as a participant in the Inter‑Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS) — SNV will request a Statement of Conduct from your previous employer(s), covering any substantiated findings of misconduct, to ensure a recruitment process that safeguards and protect the communities we serve.