National Consultant – Business Coach

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Contract

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Result of Service

Output 1. Development of a training and coaching concept, including detailed session plans and materials, within one month of contract commencement and for each assigned client. Output 2. Delivery of 10-15 coaching sessions to each assigned returnee within the first months of their return to Nigeria. Output 3. Completion of on-site visits to returnees' business premises, with written assessments and recommendations provided to project management within one week of each visit. Output 4. Submission of monthly progress reports summarizing coaching activities, outcomes achieved, and challenges encountered.

Work Location

Home-Based in Nigeria, with possibility of local travel

Expected duration

15.07.2024 – 22.12.2024 (115 workdays)

Duties and Responsibilities

BACKGROUND: Established in 1964, the International Trade Centre (ITC) is the joint technical cooperation agency of the United Nations and the World Trade Organization (WTO) in charge of the sustainable promotion of trade and exports from developing countries and economies in transition. The ITC aims to make businesses in developing countries more competitive in global markets, accelerate economic development and contribute to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Thus, the organization contributes to creating jobs at the level of segments of agricultural value chains and promising services, especially for young people and women. The Consultant will work within the ‘ARRIVES’ (Assisting the Reintegration of Returnees through Integrated Vocational and Entrepreneurship Support in Nigeria) project, which supports voluntarily returning migrants from Germany to Nigeria. The project covers the entire process of return from pre-return coaching in Germany, to post-arrival reintegration support and is being implemented by ITC and two NGO partners. Within the consortium, ITC focuses on three areas of intervention with a view to strengthening the sustainable economic reintegration: • Designing and implementing an entrepreneurship coaching component post-return in Nigeria; • Enhancing the capacity of local partners to provide customized support to returnee businesses; • Improving the knowledge of the needs of returnees and recommendations for economic support activities by providing structured intelligence to project partners and returnees. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Given the nature of the assignment, the incumbent must be physically based in Nigeria and willing to visit clients’ business premises. The incumbent may be required to certify that they have no conflict of interest involving any of the project’s stakeholders at the federal and state levels, including implementing partners and participants. The Consultant will work under the supervision of the Head, Refugees and Trade and work directly in close collaboration with the Project Coordinator ARRIVES in Nigeria. The incumbent will undertake the following duties: • Provide 15 coaching sessions to each assigned returnee client within 12 months of their return to Nigeria, focusing on areas such as business strategy, marketing, financial management, and operational planning. • Conduct occasional visits to the business premises of clients to assess the implementation of coaching advice and provide on-site guidance and support. • Develop a comprehensive training and coaching concept for each client, under the guidance of the overall coaching framework, to ensure the effectiveness and relevance of coaching sessions. • Contribute learnings and feedback from coaching sessions to the coaching team and enhance the coaching framework. • Assist returnees in identifying and addressing challenges and barriers to business success, offering practical solutions and strategies for overcoming obstacles. • Collaborate with project partners and stakeholders to coordinate support services and resources for returnees, including access to finance, market linkages, and business development opportunities. • Maintain accurate records of coaching sessions, progress notes, and outcomes achieved by returnees, ensuring timely reporting. Copyright Clause: The Consultant has to ensure that s/he has obtained the necessary permissions with regard to intellectual property rights required to perform his/her services under this consultancy contract and for the subsequent dissemination by ITC in any form. Documentary proof is to be submitted to ITC. Should any license fee be due for the use of copyrighted materials of third parties, the Consultant shall request prior written permission from ITC. S/he has further to ensure to obtain accreditation to event(s), if required. ITC champions workforce diversity, inclusion, gender equality and gender parity and considers all qualified persons - of all genders - equally, including those with disabilities, without discrimination or prejudice of any kind.

Qualifications/special skills

Bachelor’s degree in business/social sciences or similar field of study, experience in coaching programs for MSMEs and qualification measures for business development organizations. At least two years of relevant experience in business consulting, advisory and coaching. A good understanding of Nigeria’s MSME landscape and peculiarities. Experience in delivering business development service provider services. Experience working with returnees. Business Coaching Expertise: Proficient in providing one-on-one coaching to entrepreneurs, with expertise in coaching methodologies and best practices. Entrepreneurship Knowledge: In-depth understanding of business planning, financial management, and market analysis to support returnees in starting and growing their businesses. Effective Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of conveying complex concepts clearly and building rapport with diverse audiences. Problem-Solving Ability: Skilled in analyzing business challenges and developing practical solutions to overcome obstacles, demonstrating sound judgment and decision-making. Cultural and Social Sensitivity: Respectful of cultural differences and able to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, showing sensitivity to returnees' unique experiences and needs. Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time management abilities, adept at managing multiple priorities and delivering high-quality work under pressure. Collaborative Teamwork: Capable of working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to achieve project goals, contributing ideas and supporting colleagues as needed. Capacity Building: Experience in delivering training and capacity-building workshops to enhance the skills of other business coaches. Technology Proficiency: Proficient in using digital tools and platforms for remote coaching sessions, demonstrating comfort with technology-enabled coaching methods.

Languages

Advanced English is required.

Additional Information

Not available.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

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