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AMI seeks a proactive and skilled Financial Inclusion and Fintech Expert (Consultant) to create practical, accessible, and results-driven learning tools and resources. These materials will empower young women entrepreneurs in Kenya to comprehend, utilize, and confidently engage with financial and fintech solutions.
Oversee all aspects of project execution, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards at every stage. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to define objectives, scope, and deliverables while maintaining transparent communication throughout the process. Manage a cross-functional team, assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and providing guidance to foster accountability and professional growth. Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to address potential challenges proactively. Develop and maintain detailed project documentation, including plans, reports, and performance metrics, to track milestones and outcomes effectively. Ensure compliance with organizational policies, industry regulations, and best practices to uphold operational integrity.
Develop the Fintech Knowledge Layer by spearheading the creation of the foundational fintech knowledge base for the Digitize initiative.
Design educational resources that address the prerequisites for accessing financial services, effective borrowing methodologies, borrowing ceilings, repayment schedules, and approaches to sustainable financing.
Perform thorough market scans to identify and analyze fintech solutions and financial service providers in Kenya that specifically cater to agri-food micro-enterprises.
Identify and establish relationships with reputable financial institutions and fintech providers that align with the needs of program participants, ensuring they are suitable matches for collaboration.
Establish definitive selection parameters for fintech solutions, meticulously tailored to the financial circumstances of young women entrepreneurs operating within the agriculture value chain.
Engage with fintech providers to obtain comprehensive insights regarding their product portfolios, user experience, and eligibility criteria.
Compile a meticulously organized and intuitive directory of pertinent financial products and services.
Develop a safeguarding advisory memo that outlines the risks, responsible usage guidelines, and warning signs associated with predatory lending practices.
Deliver gender-responsive outputs, ensuring they are both practical and easily comprehensible for entrepreneurs with limited financial or digital literacy.
Collaborate with the team to consolidate learning content into a standalone, accessible e-booklet, which highlights fintech profiles and provides responsible borrowing guidance.
Seeking a driven professional with a minimum of five years of relevant experience in a comparable role. The ideal candidate must possess strong analytical skills and demonstrate proficiency in data interpretation and reporting. Excellent communication abilities are essential to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Familiarity with industry-specific software and tools is required, along with a commitment to continuous learning and adaptation. A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is mandatory, and advanced certifications may be advantageous. The position demands meticulous attention to detail and the capacity to work under tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality output.
Demonstrated advanced proficiency in Kenya’s digital financial services and fintech landscape, coupled with a strong history of engagement within the MSME sector.
Skilled in developing practical toolkits, e-books, or instructional learning resources specifically for micro-enterprises and entrepreneurs.
Demonstrates exceptional research and analytical skills, with the capacity to autonomously conduct in-depth profiling, mapping, and evaluation of financial products and services.
Proficient in distilling intricate financial information into straightforward, engaging, and practical insights tailored for audiences lacking specialized expertise.
Proficiency in creating customized training or learning resources for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), coupled with a solid grasp of the real-world obstacles encountered by micro-enterprise owners.
Proven experience in gender-responsive programming or initiatives focused on women’s economic empowerment (WEE) is required.
Proficiency in agribusiness or familiarity with agri-food supply chains within Kenya is desirable.
Candidates with prior experience in donor-funded or development-oriented initiatives within the financial inclusion sector will be viewed favorably.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
