Job Description

Creative Economy Manager

Company: Mercy Corps

Location: Monrovia, Liberia

Job Type: Full-Time

Department: Economic Development & Innovation

Experience: 6–10 Years

Salary: USD 3,500 – 6,800 per month

Reports To: Country Director

Position Overview

Mercy Corps is seeking an experienced Creative Economy Manager to lead innovative economic development initiatives supporting creative industries, youth entrepreneurship, digital innovation, cultural enterprises, and sustainable livelihoods across Liberia.

This position is ideal for professionals searching for Creative Economy jobs in Liberia, Innovation Manager jobs in Monrovia, Economic Development jobs in Liberia, and NGO jobs in West Africa.

Candidates seeking current jobs in Liberia can explore: Jobs in Liberia

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement creative economy development programs.
• Support startups, creative enterprises, and innovation hubs.
• Develop partnerships with artists, entrepreneurs, investors, and government agencies.
• Lead youth employment and enterprise development initiatives.
• Conduct market assessments and industry research.
• Manage grant programs and innovation funding mechanisms.
• Support digital transformation projects.
• Coordinate capacity-building programs for SMEs.
• Monitor program performance and impact indicators.
• Prepare donor reports and strategic recommendations.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement activities.
• Promote sustainable economic growth initiatives.

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Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Business Administration, Development Studies, Innovation Management, Marketing, or related field.
• Master’s Degree preferred.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 6 years of experience in economic development or innovation programs.
• Experience supporting entrepreneurship ecosystems.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing donor-funded projects.

Technical Skills

• Innovation Management
• Business Development
• SME Support
• Market Research
• Program Management
• Financial Planning
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Monitoring & Evaluation
• Strategic Planning
• Partnership Development

Training & Professional Development

• Innovation leadership certification.
• Enterprise development workshops.
• Digital economy training.
• International project management programs.
• Leadership development initiatives.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive international NGO package.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Housing allowance.
• Professional development support.
• Paid annual leave.

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Application Requirements

• Updated CV
• Cover Letter
• Academic Certificates
• Professional References
• Identification Documents

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.