Wednesday, October 8, 2008

Microfinance Jobs

RENUMERATION: Highly competitive and tied to expertis

Head, Credit & Risk Management � MFB 001
Core functions for this position are:
�   Manage the Bank's credit portfolio.
�   Design, implement and review bank's credit policies in line with best practice in Microfinance.
�   Proper assessment of credit requests, detailing appropriateness of loan size, purpose and tenor.
�   Manage and ensure prompt repayment of loans disbursed to Bank's clients.
�   Monitor loan performance, generate reports and keep delinquencies within acceptable limits set by the Bank.

Qualifications
�   Bsc/HND in Accounting, Banking & Finance or related discipline.
�   A professional qualification (ICAN, ACCA, CIBN)
�   A Masters degree will be an added advantage
�   8-10 years experience in a financial institution
�   4 years loan administration & Business Development experience
�   Knowledge of Microfinance credit operations & Portfolio-At-Risk (PAR)

Person Specifications
�   Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
�   A keen eye for details
�   Between 33 - 40 years of age.

Qualified candidates are invited to send in their application & detailed resume, quoting the Reference (MFB 001) as the subject of the mail to:
recruitment@thestrategos.com
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Head Business Development-    MGT 005
Core functions for this position are:

�   Develop cutting edge marketing strategies
�   Develop new business relationships, generate and negotiate new income for organization
�   Presenting the organization to potential clients through direct communication in face to face meetings, telephone calls and emails
�   Will have individual responsibility for new business
�   Responding to tenders and requests for information in a timely manner
�   Ensuring the organisation remains proactive and responsive to prospective clients

Qualifications
�   A degree in Business Administration
�   MBA from a reputable institution will be an added advantage
�   Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience in a similar role
�   Must have relevant experience from a viable financial institution

Person Specifications
�   Confident negotiator and ability to `close the deal'
�   Capable of hands on problem-solving, with ability to generate ideas and solutions
�   A positive and determined approach to researching and analysing new business opportunities
�   Ability to cope with competing demands and to prioritise tasks
�   Strong communication skills in all forms including written, oral, email, telephone, and presentation

Qualified candidates should send their application & detailed resume, quoting the Reference (MGT 005) as the subject of the mail to:

recruitment@thestrategos.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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