Job Title:   Financial Services Officer

• Work closely with the financial services team leader and all other teams in planning and implementation of financial access components of the projects according to the approved work plan and budgets, project document and implementation strategies.
• Work under the supervision and guidance from the Specialist and team leaders undertake assessments, project design and SACCOs, design and implement most feasible capacity building activities based on identified gaps.
• Provide continuous support and oversee activities of the local financial institutions identified for capacity building support.
• Work in liaison with all other program teams at local level to identify clients for financial services and to support service extension as well as to ensure synergy and to maximize program impact.
• Actively participate in the periodic program planning, review and reflection meetings and sessions.
• Prepare periodic work plans and progress reports.
• Update and maintain proper filling system as needed.
• Work closely with the monitoring, evaluation, learning and communication staff to capture data and learning for measuring output and impact of the program as well as opportunities for redesign.
• Coordinate with other Mercy Corps programs and local government bodies to ensure coherent program implementation and to capitalize on business opportunities in Mercy Corps’ target communities.
• Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its mission
• Perform any other tasks and duties as assigned by supervisor.

• The applicant should possess a university degree in finance, economics, business, or management is preferred.
• Three or more years of professional experience in microfinance institutions, SACCO, international NGOs, businesses.
• Significant experience in mobilization and organization of saving and lending groups.
• Fluency in both spoken and written and spoken English. Knowledge of the local language is an advantage.
• Computer literacy skills with good knowledge of office applications and data base
  is required.
• Possess the ability to work independently and with less supervision.
• Willingness to spend much time in the field and work closely with program target groups.
• Motorbike riding experience and a valid riding permit is essential.
• Be a team player with less supervision requirements.

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