Director (Microfinance)
Job Description
Title: Director (Microfinance)
Company Name: Manabik Shahajya Sangstha (MSS)
Vacancy: Not specific
Job Location: Dhaka
Employment Status: Contractual
Educational Requirements:
∎ Master's Degree in any discipline (no 3rd class will be allowed)
Job Context:
∎ Job Location : Head Office
∎ Employment type : Permanent (Full-time employment)
∎ Reporting to : Executive Director (ED).
∎ JOB PURPOSE:
∎ Director (Microfinance) is responsible for leading the Microfinance Program of MSS. This position will be responsible for strategic decisions, policies and procedures, and sustainability of the Microfinance Program in the context of MSS`s strategy.
∎ KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
∎ The job holder is primarily responsible for giving proactive leadership and managing the Microcredit program of MSS and shall perform the roles and responsibilities associated with the growth and development of a sustainable microcredit program. S/he will be fulfilling the tasks in line with principles of commitment, honesty, respect, and fair treatment of his/her colleagues and staff.
∎ TRAVEL: Director (Microfinance) is expected to spend considerable time at the field level for monitoring and supervision as per programs` requirements.
Job Responsibilities:
∎ Responsible for overall management and administration of the Microfinance Program of MSS.
∎ Guide the Microfinance Program and the whole team of microfinance operations.
∎ Develop the business plan, set annual targets, mobilize human resources including recruitment and training, monitor performance, prepare the budget and financial statements, performance reports, audit response, etc.
∎ Encourage others to develop ideas, policies, and strategies that will advance the Vision and Mission of the organization and ensure its future survival, competitiveness, and effectiveness;
∎ Undertake regular field visits to supervise field activities implemented by the Microfinance program staff and to ensure the quality of MSS program implementation;
∎ Ensure efficiency, effectiveness, and transparency of field activities;
∎ Ensure effective administration, implementation, monitoring, follow-up, and supervision of all staff and activities of the MSS's Microfinance Program;
∎ Maintain constructive working relations with all Department Heads for effective coordination, positive working relations should be maintained with the field program and other departments as and when required;
∎ Mobilize resources from Banks, PKSF, and other financial institutions for the Microfinance Program;
∎ Liaison and communicate with Government, Donors, Regulators, financial intermediaries, and partners such as PKSF, Banks, MRA, etc.
∎ Represent the MSS's microfinance program in external forums;
∎ Explore and identify new funding opportunities, negotiate with financial institutions, write, submit and pursue project proposals, etc.
∎ Build good working relations with existing and potential development partners;
∎ Identifying and developing new prospects and projects for MSS's potential intervention;
∎ Perform any other responsibilities in the best interest of the organization as assigned by the Executive Director (ED).
Additional Requirements:
∎ Age at most 50 years
∎ REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS
∎ Proven experience as a program director.
∎ Thorough understanding of project/program management techniques and methods.
∎ Excellent knowledge of performance evaluation techniques and key metrics.
∎ Outstanding knowledge of data analysis, reporting, and budgeting.
∎ Working knowledge of MS office and program management software.
∎ A business acumen with a strategic ability.
∎ Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
∎ An analytical mindset with great problem-solving abilities.
∎ Excellent communication skills.
∎ Possess broad knowledge of program management principles.
∎ Must have a strategic mindset and be able to lead and develop subordinates.
∎ Report writing skills.
∎ At least fifteen (15) years of experience in the Microfinance program operation/minimum of three (03) years in a similar position/have a minimum of five (05) years as a Deputy Director level position in the microfinance program. Should have experience in handling a large number of branch offices.
Salary:
∎ Attractive salary commensurate with skills and experiences.
Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ T/A, Mobile bill, Contributory Provident fund, Gratuity, Staff welfare fund, Weekly 02 holidays, Festival Bonus: 02 (Each festival bonus is equivalent to one-month basic salary), Yearly increment, and any other benefits as per the organizational policy.
Job Source: Bdjobs.com Online Job Posting.
Application Deadline: 30 Oct 2022
Company Information:
∎ 8 Oct 2022
∎ Manabik Shahajya Sangstha (MSS)
∎ Business : Manabik Shahajya Sangstha (MSS), a national level non-government organization, started its mission to stand by the distressed people with humanitarian aid when the country was hit by a massive flood in 1974. Having an organizational shape in 1977, MSS redirected its focus to poverty alleviation and empowerment of the poor, especially the urban and rural women of Bangladesh. Thereafter, MSS started health and population services in 1982; an integrated savings and credit program for the urban poor in 1984 which has since become sustainable. MSS was again in the front line when focus of development shifted to building democratic societies and promoting good governance.
Alongside working for poverty alleviation of the marginalized people, MSS is also promoting child rights, food security, health and nutrition services, housing and non-formal primary education with a vision to establish a society free from poverty where there is equality among citizens and citizens’ rights are respected.
Women’s Credit Program (WCP), the flagship program of MSS is operating with nearly 230,000 members through 154 branches in 124 upazillas and thanas of 17 districts all over the country.
REGISTRATION DETAILS:
Registration Authority: Registrar of Joint Stock Companies, Registration # S-657, Registration Date: April 17, 1979
Registration Authority: Bureau of NGO Affairs, Registration # 130, Registration Date: November 23, 1982
Registration Authority: Microcredit Regulatory Authority (MRA), Registration # 00165-01033-00233, Registration Date: May 14, 2008
Category: NGO/Development
