Financial Analyst/Training Specialist

We are currently seeking a Financial Analyst/Training Specialist for an upcoming multi-year program in Cape Verde. Possible start date is the first quarter of 2008, and positions are subject to ACDI/VOCA being awarded the program. This program is to promote economic development and reduce unemployment and poverty in Cape Verde by supporting the development of microfinance institutions (MFI’s).

Responsibilities:
-provide direct assistance to MFI’s
-develop workshops and seminars
-support the consolidation of MFI’s needs related to MIS, data treatment, financial reporting and compliance with MFI’s regulatory issues

Qualifications:
-minimum of 7 years experience in analyzing financial statements of MFI’s and providing assistance to MFI’s in developing countries required
-comprehensive knowledge and understanding of CGAP microfinance principles required
-strong training experience in multiple settings required
-knowledge of accounting for MFI’s, accounting software and financial statements required
-knowledge of regulation and supervision for MFI’s, particularly as related to financial reporting, provisioning and prudential indicators required
-extensive knowledge of MFI financial information and financial reporting needs, including MIS, and knowledge of audit needs of MFI’s, including how MFI loan portfolio valuation differs from commercial bank loan portfolio valuation, required
-university degree, preferably in finance and accounting
-fluency in Portuguese and strong English skills required
-sound knowledge of Cape Verdean social-economic environment highly preferred

Please apply online at www.acdivoca.org/internationaljobs
No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.

Agency/Employer: ACDI/VOCA
Town or City: Cape Verde
Location: Abroad
Sector: Banking and Finance,Consulting
Related Job Titles: Financial Accounting Analyst,Financial Data Analyst,Financial Reporting Analyst
Permanent/Contract: Contract, Full time
Experience: 5 years
Date: 05-12-2007
Salary: Not specified

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