Echo Network Africa Programme Assistant, Financial Inclusion Jobs in Kenya
Job Summary
The Programme Assistant is responsible for handling all the assigned activities and initiatives that promote affordable and accessible financial and non-financial services for women and their families.
Key Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities
The Financial Inclusion Programme Assistant is responsible for:
Training
To assist in training on financial and non-financial programmes for women and communities
Training on group formation, group dynamics and enhancing capacity for women to participate effectively in financial inclusion initiatives.
Financial Literacy and entrepreneurial skills.
Credit Provision
Disburse loans of different products to different women groups as per the budget.
To provide a financial health check after the receipt of financial support to ensure that the women continue to manage their finances effectively.
Business assessment of all the women groups eligible for the Revolving Loan Fund
Create linkages with financial and non-financial institutions
Mobilize resources for the initiative.
Working in collaboration with LIPs Local Implementing Partners to ensure flow of activities
Conduct follow-ups on loan disbursements & repayment and ensure clean portfolio
Advocacy and Networking
Facilitate market Linkages to our beneficiaries
Assist in lobbying and advocacy towards women-responsive laws and policies on financial inclusion.
Build linkages with the informal sectors to train on savings schemes amongst the informal groups
Client Engagement
Contributing in the development of a policy for the Revolving Loan Fund for the LIPs.
Involvement in documentation of the success stories within the communities.
Mapping of new women groups to strengthen and ensure continuous growth.
Qualifications
Academic:
Diploma in Business Administration, Social studies, Economics or related field. A degree is an added advantage.
Experience
At least 2 years related experience in programme planning and implementation
Report writing and knowledge of project life cycle
Solid knowledge of the financial inclusion sector as evidenced by minimum 3 years of professional experience in the sector as a researcher or provider
Practical experience in conducting needs assessments of Microfinance clients and analysis of results
Professional/ Functional Competencies:
Ability to evaluate businesses and business plans
Good written and oral communication skills in English and Kiswahili
Strong presentation, training and facilitation skills
Mobilization and coordination skills
Personal Attributes
Tech savvy
Attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal skills
Work independently with minimum supervision
High integrity and ethical conduct
Accountable for results
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Echo Network Africa Programme Assistant, Financial Inclusion Jobs in Kenya
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