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Mission and objectives
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the UN's global development network, advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. UNDP is on the ground in some 170 countries and territories, supporting their own solutions to development challenges and developing national and local capacities that will help them achieve human development and the Sustainable Development Goals. Our work is concentrated on three main focus areas: Sustainable development; Democratic governance and peacebuilding; Climate and disaster resilience. UNDP helps countries attract and use aid effectively. In all our activities, we promote gender equality and the protection of human rights. UNDP has enhanced its support to countries to work towards the eradication of extreme poverty, enabling us to build back better and work towards innovative solutions to the complex global challenges. We have refined our service offering through six signature solutions to provide a more integrated response to the development challenges that we are all facing in this complex global environment. This includes a mix of policy advice, technical assistance, catalytic financing and innovative programmes tailored to country specific needs to accelerate progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals through six our signature solutions on - poverty, governance, resilience, environment, energy, gender equality.
Context
Lusaka, the vibrant capital of Zambia, stands as the nation's primary economic engine and corporate hub, driven increasingly by a dynamic and entrepreneurial youth demographic. Featuring a thriving hospitality landscape, the city possesses a growing base of services, venues, and businesses spearheaded by young innovators who respond agilely to the country's economic climate. Beyond its role as a commercial gateway, Lusaka's economic fabric extends into pivotal industries—including agriculture, manufacturing, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), and a rapidly expanding creative sector—where youth-led micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are playing an increasingly central role in market development.
The diversity of Lusaka’s visitors encompasses business travellers, international diplomats, regional conference attendees, and leisure tourists using the capital as a gateway to Zambia's wilderness. To capitalize on these unique strengths while actively addressing youth economic empowerment, UNDP Zambia, in partnership with local authorities, are introducing sustainable tourism strategies designed to trigger positive ripple effects across the wider urban economy. By prioritizing capacity development for young entrepreneurs, this initiative ensures beneficial spillover effects that strengthen local value chains, create sustainable employment, and enhance the overall economic resilience of the next generation of business leaders.
The initiative aims to elevate Lusaka's status as a premier regional destination capable of attracting visitors year-round, fuelled by the creative energy of its young population. A central focus is placed on diversifying current offerings by encouraging visitors to explore unique urban sites, youth-driven local arts, and less-explored environments on the city's outskirts. This shifts the perception of Lusaka from a mere transit point to a standalone destination that showcases its rich cultural heritage alongside modern, youth-led innovations.
The primary objective of the project is to enhance Lusaka's economy by implementing the In Motion methodology, provided by UNDP Zambia, with a dedicated focus on youth-led MSME capacity development. This proven business-strengthening approach focuses intensely on providing direct mentorship, operational training, and strategic capability-building to young enterprise owners, to help them compete on larger markets and meet international standards.
The main objective of the assignment is to support and provide advice to micro and small businesses through group trainings and on-site individualized technical support facilitating the process of economic resilience, increasing competitiveness of the micro and small businesses, and improving their stability in the market by applying the “In Motion Methodology”.
The diversity of Lusaka’s visitors encompasses business travellers, international diplomats, regional conference attendees, and leisure tourists using the capital as a gateway to Zambia's wilderness. To capitalize on these unique strengths while actively addressing youth economic empowerment, UNDP Zambia, in partnership with local authorities, are introducing sustainable tourism strategies designed to trigger positive ripple effects across the wider urban economy. By prioritizing capacity development for young entrepreneurs, this initiative ensures beneficial spillover effects that strengthen local value chains, create sustainable employment, and enhance the overall economic resilience of the next generation of business leaders.
The initiative aims to elevate Lusaka's status as a premier regional destination capable of attracting visitors year-round, fuelled by the creative energy of its young population. A central focus is placed on diversifying current offerings by encouraging visitors to explore unique urban sites, youth-driven local arts, and less-explored environments on the city's outskirts. This shifts the perception of Lusaka from a mere transit point to a standalone destination that showcases its rich cultural heritage alongside modern, youth-led innovations.
The primary objective of the project is to enhance Lusaka's economy by implementing the In Motion methodology, provided by UNDP Zambia, with a dedicated focus on youth-led MSME capacity development. This proven business-strengthening approach focuses intensely on providing direct mentorship, operational training, and strategic capability-building to young enterprise owners, to help them compete on larger markets and meet international standards.
The main objective of the assignment is to support and provide advice to micro and small businesses through group trainings and on-site individualized technical support facilitating the process of economic resilience, increasing competitiveness of the micro and small businesses, and improving their stability in the market by applying the “In Motion Methodology”.
Task description
Under the guidance and direct supervision of the UNDP Project Manager, the Community Lead – Enterprise Development, will perform the following tasks:
• Provide group trainings according to the “In Motion Methodology”.
• Provide on-site specialized technical assistance to Lusaka micro-small and medium business owners according to the programme methodology and templates.
• Follow up on weekly Management Team meetings to provide updates on the status of methodology implementation.
• Process the surveyed information and prepare the respective reports on the process status according to UNDP’s specifications under the “In Motion Methodology”.
• In coordination with the beneficiaries and the Management Team, support the process of enterprise innovation and renovation through the definition and delivery of equipment.
• Coordinate the strategic marketing actions with the Graphic Designer who will be part of the Project Team.
• Provide group trainings according to the “In Motion Methodology”.
• Provide on-site specialized technical assistance to Lusaka micro-small and medium business owners according to the programme methodology and templates.
• Follow up on weekly Management Team meetings to provide updates on the status of methodology implementation.
• Process the surveyed information and prepare the respective reports on the process status according to UNDP’s specifications under the “In Motion Methodology”.
• In coordination with the beneficiaries and the Management Team, support the process of enterprise innovation and renovation through the definition and delivery of equipment.
• Coordinate the strategic marketing actions with the Graphic Designer who will be part of the Project Team.
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