Program Coordinator (Microfinance)

Job Description

Title: Program Coordinator (Microfinance)

Company Name: SLOPB Bangladesh.

Vacancy: 1

Age: at most 50 years

Location: Patuakhali

Experience:
∎ At least 7 years

Published: 15 Apr 2025

Education:
∎ Masters

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ Age at most 50 years
∎ Academic Qualification: Master’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university (preferably in Social Science, Development Studies, or Business Administration).
∎ Experience Required: Minimum 7 years’ experience in microfinance program management, preferably in an NGO environment. Candidates with field-level experience and team management capabilities will be given priority.
∎ Job Location: Head Office with frequent field visits
∎ Excellent communication skills in both English and Bengali.
∎ Strong IT skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microfinance MIS software (preferably g-bank).
∎ Ability to drive a motorcycle with a valid driving license.
∎ Sound knowledge of Tally/MIS software
∎ Willingness to work in remote coastal areas and travel 50–70% of the time.
∎ Age limit: Not over 50 years (For experienced candidates, age and educational qualifications may be relaxed).
∎ Academic Qualification: Master’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university (preferably in Social Science, Development Studies, or Business Administration).
∎ Experience Required: Minimum 7 years’ experience in microfinance program management, preferably in an NGO environment. Candidates with field-level experience and team management capabilities will be given priority.
∎ Job Location: Head Office with frequent field visits
∎ Excellent communication skills in both English and Bengali.
∎ Strong IT skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microfinance MIS software (preferably g-bank).
∎ Ability to drive a motorcycle with a valid driving license.
∎ Sound knowledge of Tally/MIS software
∎ Willingness to work in remote coastal areas and travel 50–70% of the time.
∎ Age limit: Not over 50 years (For experienced candidates, age and educational qualifications may be relaxed).

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Oversee and coordinate all activities under the Microfinance Program in accordance with MRA and SLOPB’s guidelines.
∎ Develop, implement, and monitor operational plans for field offices and branches.
∎ Provide strategic support to field staff and ensure adherence to program goals, policies, and compliance requirements.
∎ Ensure proper fund management, repayment tracking, and reporting mechanisms are in place and functioning effectively.
∎ Supervise and mentor Area Managers, Branch Managers, and field staff to ensure quality implementation of program activities.
∎ Monitor the loan disbursement, collection, and savings mobilization process to maintain program sustainability and efficiency.
∎ Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual program reports for donors, partners, and internal management.
∎ Coordinate and facilitate training programs for staff and community beneficiaries to strengthen program capacity and outcomes.
∎ Liaise and maintain effective communication with external stakeholders including local government bodies, MRA, and donor agencies.
∎ Conduct regular field visits to assess performance, identify gaps, and ensure corrective actions are taken promptly.
∎ Lead program evaluations, impact assessments, and audits in collaboration with the M&E and finance teams.
∎ Contribute to proposal development and resource mobilization efforts for microfinance and related livelihood initiatives.
∎ Ensure the integration of gender equity, social inclusion, and client protection principles into program planning and implementation.
∎ Stay updated on policy changes, regulatory requirements, and best practices in microfinance and recommend necessary adaptations.
∎ Duties and Responsibilities:
∎ Oversee and coordinate all activities under the Microfinance Program in accordance with MRA and SLOPB’s guidelines.
∎ Develop, implement, and monitor operational plans for field offices and branches.
∎ Provide strategic support to field staff and ensure adherence to program goals, policies, and compliance requirements.
∎ Ensure proper fund management, repayment tracking, and reporting mechanisms are in place and functioning effectively.
∎ Supervise and mentor Area Managers, Branch Managers, and field staff to ensure quality implementation of program activities.
∎ Monitor the loan disbursement, collection, and savings mobilization process to maintain program sustainability and efficiency.
∎ Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual program reports for donors, partners, and internal management.
∎ Coordinate and facilitate training programs for staff and community beneficiaries to strengthen program capacity and outcomes.
∎ Liaise and maintain effective communication with external stakeholders including local government bodies, MRA, and donor agencies.
∎ Conduct regular field visits to assess performance, identify gaps, and ensure corrective actions are taken promptly.
∎ Lead program evaluations, impact assessments, and audits in collaboration with the M&E and finance teams.
∎ Contribute to proposal development and resource mobilization efforts for microfinance and related livelihood initiatives.
∎ Ensure the integration of gender equity, social inclusion, and client protection principles into program planning and implementation.
∎ Stay updated on policy changes, regulatory requirements, and best practices in microfinance and recommend necessary adaptations.

Skills & Expertise:

Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ Salary: Monthly gross salary is BDT 47850. In addition, the organization offers benefits in accordance with its policies, including increments, provident fund, gratuity, transportation allowance, mobile and internet bills, and other facilities.
∎ Salary: Monthly gross salary is BDT 47850. In addition, the organization offers benefits in accordance with its policies, including increments, provident fund, gratuity, transportation allowance, mobile and internet bills, and other facilities.

Workplace:
∎ Work at office

Employment Status: Full Time

Job Location: Patuakhali

Read Before Apply:

Encouragement: Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply and contribute to our diverse

workforce If you meet the above qualifications and are committed to sustainable development, please send your updated CV and Cover Letter (no certificates) to the address below by 25th April 2025, 5:00 PM