ERSHA is an NGO that aims to expand sustainable livelihood alternatives for the rural poor. (75 employees, since 1997)

They build capacity of communities by providing training on alternative livelihood, food security, access to social and financial services, advocacy and infrastructure improvement. An example of their services is supporting farmers in their businesses and increasing productivity, so in the end the farm becomes a profitable business. Currently they work from Addis Ababa, implementing integrated rural development projects in five regions of Ethiopia. They are looking for possibilities to engage into profit making activities. The goal of ERSHA is to become self-sustainable, this enables them to provide social services in the long run.

Ersha seeks possibilities to become self-sustainable. But what are the opportunities in the current market? They want to have better insight in commercial opportunities, and how to act upon them.
Deliverables (to be defined during the project):

• quick scan to identify their strengths and weaknesses
• define 3 commercial opportunities in the market
• feasibility study

After this project a follow up project is a possibility, at the end all input should be formed into a business plan.

You know how to define commercial opportunities in a broad market segment. You are creative, commercial and entrepreneurial. You have experience in facilitating workshops and translating the outcome into concrete plans.
To participate in an Expert Programme you need to have:

- at least five years of relevant working experience
- at least have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Participation in this programme is on a voluntary basis. International travelling expenses are to be paid by the participant. SharePeople charges the participant a reasonable fee for which he/she receives matching, preparation, training (intercultural and safety) and work materials. However, the local organization facilitates full board & lodging and local transportation for the participant.
Personal coaching by a professional coach is optional in this programme but comes with additional costs.

Do you match the criteria and do you want to work on this business case? Please use the 'apply-button' below to send us your curriculum directly. For efficient matchmaking we ask you to upload your curriculum in English. When you know other people who might be interested in this vacancy, you may also use the ‘tell a friend-button'.