Deadline: Ongoing
International Executive Service Corps (IESC) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Finance and Investment Technical Lead in Ethiopia.
The Finance and Investment Technical Lead will strengthen the competitiveness of select value chains, increase access to finance, improve the enabling environment in coordination with the Government of Ethiopia and stimulate private sector investment and innovation.
IESC’s apply private sector solutions around the world to improve standards of living, create and preserve jobs, and help enterprises grow.
Key Jobs Responsibilities
The Finance and Investment Technical Lead will perform the following functions-
- Oversee activities that improve availability and accessibility of financial services and products.
- Coordinate closely with the chief of party to incorporate all activities into a coherent work plan.
- Improve access to finance for underserved areas through advising and assisting financial service providers to design and implement new financial services and products.
- Promote access to finance for youth and women in rural areas of Ethiopia.
- Structure specific lending to the agriculture sector.
- Serve as the principal liaison between financial institutions, including banks, microfinance institutions, impact investors, and other financial service providers.
- Work with international consultants and local project staff involved in expanding access to finance to ensure quality and timelines of pertinent deliverables under the programs.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have-
- Bachelor’s degree in economics, business, finance, international development or related field required.
- Advanced degree highly preferred.
- Minimum 8 years of technical experience in banking, investment, and financial services.
- Experience working in Ethiopia highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of and experience with financial inclusion concepts.
- USAID or other donor experience high preferred.
- Nationality of Ethiopia.
- Fluency in English is required.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their applications through online process.
For more information, please visit IESC.
