FSD (Financial Sector Deepening) Kenya operates as an independent Trust registered in Kenya under the supervision of professional trustees, with policy guidance from its programme investment committee.
Finance is provided by a number of leading Development agencies including the UK’s Department for International Development (DFID), the World Bank, the Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA), Agence Fran çaise de Développement (AFD) and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation together with the Government of Kenya.
Further information can be obtained at our web site:www.fsdkenya.org
The opportunity
Established in early 2005, FSD Kenya aims to support the development of inclusive financial markets in Kenya as a means to stimulate wealth creation and reduce poverty.
Working in partnership with the financial services industry our goal is to significantly expand access to services among lower income households and smaller scale enterprises.
Savings and Credit Co-operatives (SACCOs) represent a major element of the financial system and provide services to a large number of low income households in Kenya.Finance is provided by a number of leading Development agencies including the UK’s Department for International Development (DFID), the World Bank, the Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA), Agence Fran çaise de Développement (AFD) and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation together with the Government of Kenya.
Further information can be obtained at our web site:www.fsdkenya.org
The opportunity
Established in early 2005, FSD Kenya aims to support the development of inclusive financial markets in Kenya as a means to stimulate wealth creation and reduce poverty.
Working in partnership with the financial services industry our goal is to significantly expand access to services among lower income households and smaller scale enterprises.
The introduction of a new regulatory framework for SACCOs will provide a strong base for the future development of the movement.
To help SACCOs meet the challenges of reform, a support programme has been developed by a SACCO capacity working group (SWG) composed of key industry stakeholders. FSD has worked extensively with the movement over the last five years and will continue its support through this initiative.
The SWG needs a project manager to lead the SACCO reforms programme. Based full time in Nairobi with FSD Kenya, the position will involve supporting the SWG in implementation of programme activities; identifying appropriate technical inputs
for the programme; assuring the quality of deliverables; providing an information resource for the SWG and other stakeholders; and commissioning follow-up surveys and evaluation to assess the impact of the programme on the sector.
Who we need
We’re looking for someone who is well versed in the Kenyan financial services sector, has a proven project management record and is highly motivated to apply these skills in supporting the SACCO movement in a smooth transition to prudential regulation. You will need to have a strong focus on delivering results
In addition to:
- Relevant academic qualifications (Masters degree),
- Strong project management skills and experience,
- Excellent oral and written communication skills (English),
- Ability to work independently and deliver against deadlines, and
- Experience working in and strong knowledge of the Kenyan financial sector.
If you think you could be the right person for this role then send a covering letter and (V by e-mail to Lydiah Kioko (Lydiah@fsdkenya.org).
Please put “SACCO Reforms Project Manager” in the subject line.
FSD is an equal opportunities employer.
Applications must be received no later than Friday, 8th October 2010.
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