Microfinance Specialist

We are currently seeking a Microfinance 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 overall management of project activities
-engage in direct technical assistance and training to MFI’s
-liaise with USAID and other players

Qualifications:
-minimum of 10 years experience managing and/or providing assistance to MFI’s in developing countries required
-comprehensive knowledge and understanding of CGAP microfinance principles required
-general project management skills required
-sound knowledge of regulation and supervision of microfinance required
-sound knowledge of agricultural lending and rural finance 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, economics or business management, required
-fluency in Portuguese and English required
-sound knowledge of Cape Verdean social-economic environment highly preferred
-strong communication and interpersonal skills
-experience in delivering training
-strong capacity/skills in report writing

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: project management,Management Development Program
Permanent/Contract: Contract, Full time
Experience: 10 years
Date: 05-12-2007
Salary: Not specified

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