Market Systems Development (MSD) Project Manager

     Job Description and Requirements

About Mercy Corps
Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In
disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into
action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within. Now, and for
the future.

The Program
Mercy Corps has been operating in Jordan since 2003. In partnership with civil society organizations, the private sector, and the government, Mercy Corps Jordan has reached more than 3.4 million Jordanians and displaced populations in the country. Working throughout the country, Mercy Corps is driven by the mission to contribute to the emergence of a peaceful, resilient and prosperous Jordan which is inclusive of youth and women. We seek to build a future for Jordan in which all people feel secure, believe in the goodness of communities and institutions around them, and are on a sustainable path toward economic self-reliance. Our strategic directions focus on promoting strong communities and governance, peace and social cohesion and environmentally sustainable and inclusive economic growth. The Informal Livelihoods Advancement Activity (Iqlaa) is a five-year USAID-funded program that aims to support Jordan’s micro and small enterprises (MSEs) to grow, transform, and become resilient to future shocks. Mercy Corps leads on the implementation of Iqlaa and weaves together technical expertise from a robust set of national, regional, and international partners including Andersen for Legal and Tax Consultancy (Andersen), Dalberg Design (Dalberg), Expectation State, Middle East Investment Initiative (MEII), Migrate-Jordan (Migrate), Q-Perspective, and the American Chamber of Commerce in Jordan (AmCham).

General Position Summary
Reporting to the Market Systems Development Director, the Project Manager will play a crucial role in proactively expediting the set up and implementation of MSD program deliverables. In the first 6-8 months of the role, the Project Manager will support an outsourced Market Systems Assessment, with guidance from the MSD Technical Director and the Regional MSD Advisor. Key tasks will include assisting with the inception phase design, connecting with stakeholders, and working with Iqlaa team members, particularly the Research Team, to feed into key deliverables, support in the development of tools, prioritize
recommendations, and support with operationalizing assessment findings.

Minimum Qualification & Transferable Skills
● MA/S or equivalent in international development, international relations, business management or
other relevant field highly preferred.
● Proven success and familiarity with market systems development.
● At least 5 years of experience in project management roles focused on economic growth and
development and preferably in at least one of the following sectors: Agriculture; Hospitality and
Tourism; Manufacturing; and/or Services including retail.
● Experience working with micro and small enterprises (MSEs) to grow, transform, and become
resilient to future shocks.
● Ability to think critically and ensure all aspects of a work plan are complete to talking strategic
visioning with a donor partner.
● Competent in building networks, strong problem-solving skills, and ability to influence with effective
listening.
● Persuasive written and oral communication in English and Arabic, including report writing.

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