Market Systems Development Specialist

World Vision International - Iraq hires a Market Systems Development SpecialistLocation : Nineva (Mosoul)Market Systems Development Specialist – NinewaWorld Vision International is a Christian relief, development and advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. World Vision – Iraq Office is looking for a highly qualified and motivated person for the position of Market Systems Development Specialist – NinewaEmployee Contract Type:Local – Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term)JOB PURPOSEThe Market Systems Development Specialist will lead the design and implementation of inclusive market systems interventions under the “Sustainable and Resilient Future – Ninewa” project. The role focuses on applying World Vision’s Markets for Communities approach to strengthen market linkages between producers, private sector actors, and public institutions, ensuring efficiency, sustainability, and inclusivity. The Specialist will identify opportunities to improve market functionality, facilitate value chain development, and design solutions that promote market growth and resilience. Responsibilities include building the capacity of project staff and partners on market systems development, harmonizing implementation and monitoring tools, and ensuring quality assurance in all economic development activities. The position will work closely with livelihood staff, saving groups, and financial institutions including microfinance providers to enable integrated market systems development and deliver measurable impact for farmers and local businesses.MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:Mapping of key stakeholders, coordination of the Market, and Value Chain Analysis• Provide technical leadership on market systems and value chains for the Sustainable and Resilient Future–Ninewa project, adopting the Markets for Communities module;• Map and connect smallholder producers and saving groups to key market players (private/public/financial institutions) to increase productivity, profitability, and household incomes;• Develop/contribute training materials and manuals for management of agricultural and non-agricultural enterprises— including collection centers and value chain improvement;• Identify and support niche commercialization opportunities (e.g., high-value crops, off‑farm opportunities).