Director - Microfinance | SAJIDA Foundation
Job Type | Full Time |
Job Sector | NGO/Development |
Job Location | Dhaka |
Deadline | 30 November, 2024 |
Vacancy: 1
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive programme strategy, aligned with the organisation's overall goals and objectives.
- Lead the ideation, conceptualisation, and launch of innovative microfinance products, ensuring competitive positioning in the market. Conduct thorough market research to identify opportunities and trends, informing product design, pricing strategies, and distribution channels.
- Oversee the development and implementation of robust risk assessment and management procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and minimising potential financial risks.
- Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing team, providing guidance, training, and support to drive excellence in client service and achieve program goals.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including regulators, financial institutions, industry associations, and other relevant partners.
- Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness and success of microfinance products, regularly reporting progress to senior management.
- Streamline processes and workflows within the microfinance department to ensure operational efficiency and effective utilisation of resources.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments such as Communications, HR and Risk Management to ensure seamless product integration, marketing campaigns, and compliance.
- Foster a customer-centric culture within the team, promoting a deep understanding of client needs and preferences to continuously enhance the customer experience.
Educational Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field. Master's degree preferred. Minimum of 25 years of professional experience in the microfinance sector.
Experience Requirements: At least 15 years of hands-on field experience in microfinance operations.
Additional Requirement
- Must be currently employed in a microfinance institution with a network of at least 200 branches.
- Strong understanding of financial principles, risk management, industry regulations, and best practices preferably within the microfinance sector.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Analytical skills with the ability to translate data and insights into actionable strategies.
- Results-oriented with a proven ability to drive growth and achieve business targets.
- Maximum age of 57 years.
Benefits and Compensation: Salary with Contributory Provident Fund, Gratuity, Mobile & Internet Allowance, Life & Medical Insurance, Festival Bonus, Yearly Salary Adjustment and Performance Bonus.
Application Process: Interested candidates should submit online application through below link by 30 November 2024.
Application link: https://career.sajida.org