Tearfund is Hiring Global Economic Empowerment Specialist (Livelihoods & Environment)
Location: Africa Region (must have right to work in a Tearfund-registered country)
Contract: Full-time | Fixed-term (2 years)
Application Deadline: 26 August 2025
✈️ Travel: Regular regional & international travel
Salary: Market-related, based on location
About the Role
Tearfund is seeking a Global Economic Empowerment Specialist to provide strategic leadership, technical direction, and innovation in sustainable development. This role focuses on strengthening livelihoods, promoting green job creation, financial inclusion, and driving environmental resilience, all integrated within Tearfund’s faith-based approach to community transformation.
This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned development professional passionate about sustainability, social justice, and faith-led action.
Key Responsibilities
✔ Livelihoods & Economic Empowerment Programming – Design and support savings groups, entrepreneurship, financial inclusion, and green job initiatives tailored to local contexts.
✔ Strategic Leadership & Technical Support – Provide high-level advisory support, align programming with global best practices, and co-create scalable, locally driven solutions.
✔ Research, Policy & Knowledge Mobilization – Lead research, synthesize learning, and develop actionable recommendations for teams and partners.
✔ Collaboration & Thought Leadership – Represent Tearfund in regional/global forums, strengthen external partnerships, and share innovation in sustainable livelihoods.
Candidate Profile
Extensive experience in development or post-crisis recovery with civil society, local governments, or partner organizations.
Proven expertise in at least two areas: sustainable livelihoods, environmental programming, savings groups, green jobs, entrepreneurship, or financial inclusion.
Strong track record in strategic program design, technical capacity building, and innovation.
Excellent communication and cross-cultural partnership skills.
Languages: English required; French, Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, or Swahili an advantage.
Personal & Faith Alignment
As a Christian faith-based organization, Tearfund seeks individuals aligned with its mission and values, committed to faith-led development that delivers long-lasting transformation.
Safeguarding & Compliance
All roles at Tearfund require:
✅ Identity verification
✅ Global watchlist screening (counter-terror compliance)
✅ Reference checks focused on safeguarding & conduct
How to Apply
Visit the Tearfund Careers website to review the full job description and submit your application.
Deadline: 26 August 2025
This is a rare chance to join a globally respected organization and play a leading role in shaping economic empowerment and environmental sustainability for vulnerable communities.
Apply today – use your expertise to drive transformation, inspire resilience, and put your faith into action.