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  • Impact & Social Performance Associate, BRAC International Holdings B.V Product Associate, BRAC International Holdings B.V

    Impact & Social Performance Associate, BRAC International Holdings B.V Product Associate, BRAC International Holdings B.V

    About the Opportunity
    The Impact & Social Performance Associate will play a vital role in implementing the BRAC International Holdings BV (BIHBV) mission specifically focusing on social goals aiming to drive social performance management (SPM). The associate will provide technical assistance to all BIHBV microfinance entities in RIF related areas. The key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

    Financial Literacy Roll out and scale

    In 2021, BIMF worked on developing a financial literacy curriculum which aims to promote financial knowledge and behavioral change to how our clients relate with their finances. In the first two years, the candidate will particularly spend the majority of their time supporting the BIMF entities implementing the financial literacy project. This will involve developing the project logical framework.
    Responsible for spearheading curriculum customization, collaborating with and reviewing third party services such as designers, collaborating with other BRAC relevant programmes including but not limited to Ultra-Poor Graduation, Youth, and Agriculture.
    Collaborate with country teams to plan and implement the project pilot and further scale up in line with the logical framework.
    Help track the client outcome and impact of the financial literacy project.
    Throughout the project, the candidate will ensure timely reporting to the relevant stakeholders on the project.
    Liaise with BIHBV technical leads and country teams to customize, plan, pilot, and scale up financial literacy curriculum.
    Social Performance Management and Client Protection
    Work with Social Performance Manger and country leadership to follow up on Social Performance Management (SPM) work plan and schedule for each countries’ implementation of responsible inclusive finance (RIF) practices and ensure plan is fully implemented.
    Work with country teams in ensuring that consideration (backed up by social data) is given to social objectives in all key investment, strategic and other management decisions.
    Work with the BIHBV team and leadership, governing bodies, and country leadership to promote use of social data and implementation of industry best practices across BI’s portfolio of microfinance programs.
    To ensure BIHBV leadership/ boards receives robust responsible inclusive finance updates and data from MF entities on a regular basis (quarterly) through the presentation of SPI4 and Smart tools results as well as other reports and assessments.
    Support BIMF entities execute other surveys such as client dropout as needed.

    Safeguarding:

    Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation to achieve the programme’s goals on safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
    Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
    Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, encourage others to do so.

    Skills and Competencies Requirements:

    Adaptable and eager to learn with a willingness to self-teach
    Strong communication and presentation skills
    Strong research (qual and quant) and data analysis skills
    Fluency in English required (spoken, reading and written)
    Highly motivated with a strong interest in development and social issues
    Passionate about social outcomes for microfinance clients
    Ability to work with cross boarder team and culture
    Strong attention to detail
    Ability to work in a challenging environment

    Education and Experience Requirements:

    2+ years’ experience in: microfinance, product development, operational management, consultancy, monitoring and evaluation, or project management.
    Experience in Microfinance operations is preferable.
    Experience to train people and applying best practices (in academic research, strategy or practical application)
    Experience implementing qualitative and quantitative research end to end.
    Experience working with a team from diverse cultures is preferred

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  • Communications Associate

    Communications Associate

    About the Opportunity
    The Communications Associate will be responsible for providing strategic communications and marketing support to BRAC International Microfinance (BI MF) and its entities. The incumbent will closely with BI MF’s technical leads to enhance global visibility and thought leadership of BI MF as an advocate of impact-focused approach for investing in and delivery of financial services for people living in poverty. The key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

    Conceptualise and develop contents for websites and different social media platforms. Write and edit client stories, scripts for videos, blogs, case studies, factsheets, capacity statements and annual reports. Periodically update all external facing materials. Develop and manage a communications resource portal and share with internal and external stakeholders.
    Provide support in planning and implementation to achieve communications and marketing objectives of BI MF’s entities. Support country communications teams to ensure brand consistency, boost media engagement through effective PR, and organise campaigns to enhance visibility of the BRAC brand in all countries.
    Support communications needs of CEOs and senior leadership of BIHBV by developing presentations, talking points for interviews and editorials.
    Provide creative planning and execution support to develop social and behaviour change materials in coordination with internal and external design teams, product, impact and social performance experts and various functional leads of BI MF.
    Support BRAC global communications team with information and content and join campaigns on key thematic areas. Maintain relationships with affiliates, BRAC central communications team, regional teams and BI programmes to exchange information and knowledge.
    Develop campaign reports, ToRs, budgets and track performance through periodic communication audits.
    Set up and coordinate meetings via digital platforms across different time zones. Take meeting minutes and notes, support BI MF Director and technical leads with research and information when required, and develop presentations/communications for them to participate in internal and external events.
    Safeguarding:
    Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation to achieve the programme’s goals on safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
    Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
    Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, encourage others to do so.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

    Knowledge: Knowledge of BRAC’s vision, mission, and programmes; good understanding of development themes and issues; very good knowledge of contemporary communication styles and platforms; knowledge of microfinance and financial inclusion will be an added advantage.
    Skills: Fluent in English speaking and writing; ability to plan strategic campaigns; project management and event management; expert in developing ideas and content for various digital media platforms; strong creative and technical writing abilities.

    Competencies: Ability to facilitate group meetings; developing work and project plans; setting priorities; meeting deadlines; relationship building; strong attention to detail
    Education and Experience Requirements:

    Bachelors or Masters degree in Media and Communication/ International Development / Development Studies/Marketing
    Minimum 2-3 years of experience in international development/communications/brand marketing

    Employment type: Contractual
    Salary: Negotiable

    If you feel you are the right candidate for this position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:External candidates should email their CV/Resume and a cover letter to recruitment.bi@brac.netInternal candidates should send their updated CV/Resume and cover letter mentioning BRAC PIN to internal.bi@brac.netPlease mention the name of the position and AD# BI 11/22 in the subject bar.Only complete applications will be accepted and short-listed candidates will be contacted.
    Application deadline: 14 February 2022

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    recruitment.bi@brac.net

  • Deputy Manager – Youth Emporwerment

    Deputy Manager – Youth Emporwerment

    BRAC International is seeking application from competent, dynamic and self-motivated individuals to fill the following position:
    Deputy Manager – Youth Empowerment, Africa Regional Hub
    The Deputy Manager, Youth Empowerment, will support the execution and management of the education and youth portfolios at BRAC. As a member of BRAC’s Youth Empowerment team, the Deputy Manager will identify and cultivate new prospects for BRAC’s education and youth programs, develop winning proposals to expand the portfolios, provide technical input to contracted and donor funded projects, provide effective management of current grants and key donor relationships, and represent BRAC’s work in education and youth. The Deputy Manager’s primary reporting line is to the Regional Advisor for Youth Empowerment, currently based in Nairobi. The Deputy Manager also closely liaises with other members of the LEAD team, based in the United States and the Programs, Finance and Communications teams. The Deputy Manager will also work closely with key counterparts in the broader BRAC family, including the Program Development, Resource Mobilization and Learning team, BRAC USA, BRAC Education Programme, BRAC University, BRAC International and BRAC country teams.  
    Required Education and Competencies

    Bachelor’s degree required + at least three years’ relevant experience or Master’s Degree/equivalent + at least two years’ relevant experience in Social Development, Programme Management or equivalent.
    Experience in fundraising required; background in fundraising for a global development organization preferred.
    Understanding of education and youth program design and proposal development; proven track record in fundraising and business development.
    Demonstrated knowledge of at least one of the following areas: education in fragility, refugee education, and/or positive youth development, adolescent girls programming, youth employability.
    Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to be a team player and to work independently and with initiative.
    Excellent writing and editing skills.
    Proven track record in mobilizing resources from institutional donors and/or investors.
    Ability to perform under pressure and prioritize with multiple competing demands.
    Demonstrated ability to build relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
    Highly organized, strategic thinker with a strong attention to detail.
    A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and sense of humor. 
    Ability to travel periodically to BRAC countries as needed; and
    Fluency in written and spoken English.

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: recruitmentAfrica.bi@brac.net using the position as subject of email.

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    recruitmentAfrica.bi@brac.net

  • Head, Disaster Risk Management Programme (DRMP)

    Head, Disaster Risk Management Programme (DRMP)

    Key Responsibilities:

     Work closely with the BI DRMP team to provide strategic guidance on the overall preparedness planning and actions for the DRM programme to ensure that proposals for funding are produced, donor reporting requirements are adhered to and are of the highest standards
     Provide appropriate technical support in delivering and implementing programme activities in BI countries to ensure timeliness and effectiveness
     Oversee the ongoing humanitarian situation in the BI countries, provide leadership to rapid deployment of the team and facilitate cross-programmatic collaboration, as well as identify and mobilize resources to ensure all country staffs’ understanding and ability to perform their role in DRM programme implementation
     Represent and engage BI external humanitarian clusters and policy forums to ensure commitments and accountability for the delivery of humanitarian policy and practices in the world
     Review training modules and work closely with the training/capacity building team to train the Emergency Response Team (ERT) of BI operation countries in coordination with the Director DRM, to ensure efficient delivery of supports of humanitarian response
     Drive quarterly program review meetings with BI country teams to review the progress of programs and prepare a plan of action for the next quarter
     Explore the capacity building and learning opportunities (national and international) for the BI country teams to ensure capability is as per the expected level
     Introduce a basic preparedness system is in all BI countries to ensure the system is operational
     Work closely with DRM Director for developing fundraising strategies through successful engagement with donors, government agencies and development partners in the global humanitarian sector
     Engage in regular scanning of new programme opportunities and primary donors from global communities for humanitarian response
     Review and drive the adherence of all humanitarian proposals and programs to common humanitarian and recognized technical standards (SPHERE) as well as the country-specific cluster guidelines
     Provide guidance to produce high-quality and timely emergency situation report and rapid damage and need assessment report for BIHP, within agreed reporting schedules as required
     Represent DRM in different coordination forums eg, humanitarian clusters (Protection, Health, Nutrition, WASH, Education in Emergencies, etc) as well as the different policy and advocacy forums to ensure that DRM efforts in humanitarian response are recognized and addressed in humanitarian policy and practice
     Lead on all grant revisions, extensions, and donor reporting to ensure it is completed timely
     Lead, coach and guide the staff in technical expertise, management and soft skills, where necessary in order to enhance capabilities and deliver up to expectations

    Others (Safeguarding)

     Establish a safeguarding culture across all levels of the program by implementing the safeguarding policy as well as act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment
     Enforce the adherence to safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place and ensure team members are appropriately trained, supported and have access to resources regarding issues that are identified in accordance with the safeguarding policy and procedure

    Educational Requirements:
     Master’s degree from reputed universities in Disaster Management, Social Science, Development Studies or its equivalent

    Required Competencies:

    Knowledge and understanding on Disaster Risk Management
    DRR and Response Programme design, proposal development and planning
    Networking and partnership
    Develop the capacity of national staff
    Ability to deal with difficult, often frustrating work situations
    Ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
    Budget monitoring and management
    Demonstrable competence in report writing
    Fluency in English, both verbal and written
    Demonstrated excellence in communication
    Ability to work in a flexible, changing environment and perform effectively under pressure
    Leadership skills and developing others
    Appreciation of diversity and familiarity with multicultural environment

    Experience Requirements:

     Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a management position in both disaster preparedness and response and long-term development in an emergency response or fragile setting
     DRR/DRM Training experience
     Demonstrated experience in dealing with multiple stakeholders and multicultural staff and work, team supervision and development
     Experience in managing or leading the multi-sectorial humanitarian response
     Experience with a thorough understanding of funding agencies and international organisations for humanitarian and nexus programming
     Experience of working in insecure environments.

    If you feel you are the right match for the above mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:External candidates need to email their CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational grades, years of experience, current and expected salary at recruitment.bi@brac.netInternal candidates need to apply with their latest CV including all job assignments in detail with BRAC PIN and email to internal.bi@brac.netPlease mention the name of the position and AD# 07/2022 BI in the subject bar.Only complete applications will be accepted and short listed candidates will be contacted.

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    recruitment.bi@brac.net

  • Cluster Director Veterinary Surgeon – Livestock Services

    Cluster Director Veterinary Surgeon – Livestock Services

    About the Opportunity
    The Cluster Director will provide strategic guidance to the CEOs of the West and Central Africa cluster of subsidiary microfinance companies of BIHBV, to support the growth and implementation of microfinance in these countries (currently Sierra Leone, Liberia and Rwanda). S/he will support CEOs in planning, coordinating, guiding and provide the necessary technical support to the CEOs to achieve the company specific goals in line with BIHBV’s Growth for Impact Strategy. The Strategy aims to grow net clients by one million, expand into up to five new countries, and implement initiatives across six strategic priority areas including impact measurement, innovative product development and digital transformation, over the next five years.
    The key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

    Provide guidance and leadership to the West and Central African cluster of the BRAC International Microfinance portfolio in line with the mission and vision of BRAC.
    Support the CEOs to set objectives with achievable action plans to make the Microfinance company a sustainable and efficient operation in line with the Growth for Impact Strategy and each entity’s five-year business plan.
    Support the CEOs in matters related to governance for each of the subsidiary companies.
    Support the Director, Operations BIHBV in the expansion activities and strategic transformations in West and Central Africa. From new country scoping to company set-up.
    Establish an effective and competent participatory management style as well as support CEOs to promote equal opportunity of employment with a strong focus on gender issues and women in leadership.
    Contribute to and support the CEOs in the development of successors through training, mentoring and exposure visits, and work closely with HR to identify training/development requirements.

    Safeguarding responsibilities:

    Establish a safeguarding culture across all level of the entity by implementing the safeguarding policy. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment
    Ensure all team members are appropriately trained, supported and have access to resources regarding issues that are identified and actioned in accordance with the safeguarding policy and procedures.
    Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, and encouraging others to do the same.

    Skills and Competencies Requirements:

    Values and Vision – commitment to the vision, mission, and values of BRAC
    Extensive and proven track record in managing a financial institution/s
    Experience in financial planning, management, and analysis of financial institutions
    Highly motivated with a strong interest in impact driven microfinance
    Experienced in working with diverse groups of people and respectful towards cultural diversity
    Excellent analytical, communication and interpersonal skills, and experience in people management
    Able to work in a challenging environment with poor infrastructure and human capacities and difficult security conditions

    Able to build effective relationships and working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to meet shared objectives
    Experience Requirements: At least 15 years’ experience in a technical or management position including financial institutions
    Employment type: Contractual
    Salary: Negotiable
    Job Location: This role will be in Nairobi or one of the BIHBV operating countries in Africa with extensive international travelling.
    BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation – regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment process includes extensive reference and background checks, self-disclosure of prior issues regarding sexual or other misconduct and criminal records and our values are the part of our Performance Management System.
    BRAC is an equal opportunities employer

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  • Banking Applications Manager

    Banking Applications Manager

    BRAC International Holdings B.V. (BIHBV) is a socially responsible for-profit organization, engaging people in sustainable economic and income-generating activities. The core focus of BIHBV is to provide microfinance services outside Bangladesh to people who are financially constrained and marginalized, and people who do not have access to the financing facilities offered by commercial banks and other non-bank financial institutions. It does this through its international microfinance activities .BRAC International Microfinance’s  mission is to provide a range of financial services responsibly to people at the bottom of the pyramid. BI MF particularly focuses on women living in poverty in rural and hard to reach areas to create self-employment opportunities, build financial resilience, and harness women’s entrepreneurial spirit by empowering them economically.
    BRAC International Microfinance is seeking application from competent, dynamic and self-motivated individuals to fill the following position:
    Banking Applications Manager
    The Banking Applications Manager will provide specialist application support to core banking and back-office applications used within BRAC International. The role will work within the ITIL service management framework to (1) supervise efficient and secured operation of all core applications – core banking and ERP systems (2) champion ITIL service management practices at all MF countries and (3) ensure efficient and expert application support services to all MF operations. The role will work with BIHBV-approved consultants/service partners on new installations, enhancements or changes to core applications while ensuring that IT standards, policies and procedures are followed. The role will also coordinate the delivery of core applications technical training to Country IT staff
     
     
    The key responsibilities include but not limited to the following-

    Working with the global IT teams and service partners, lead successful implementations of BI’s Temenos Financial Inclusion Suite (FIS) core banking system at Country offices by (1) providing technical direction in all migration to the BIHBV Model Bank (2) working with country IT managers to ensure the establishment of published standards, policies, and procedures for maintaining the integrity of the Model Bank
    Ensure effective technical and user support for core applications – the maintenance of the Model Bank, product specification and documentation of system changes, development of management reports, management of an efficient test environment
    Ensure security of business data within core applications
    Coordinate end-user training for core applications with IT Service Manager and country IT managers
    Lead the implementation and testing procedures to ensure that newly released software produce the expected results for the business operations.
    Apply strict change control measures in any customizations required by the country offices.
    Establish and enforce core applications system backup, recovery, and data retention criteria.
    Relate well with BI strategic service partners to resolve complex technical problems
    Document recovery procedures and security settings for applications for the purposes of disaster recovery and user security.
    Encourage teamwork and the sharing of best practice amongst all staff.
    Work with Service partners and other IT staff to achieve timely resolution of core application issues
    Keep in line with the trend in the market, advise management on market development (e.g., Temenos development roadmap and current developments in microfinance and banking industry)

    Safeguarding Responsibilities:

    Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation to achieve the programme’s goals on safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
    Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
    Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, encourage others to do so.

    Other Responsibilities
     

    Develop and maintain own knowledge, expertise, and professionalism.
    Keep abreast of current developments in microfinance and IT industry.
    Remain current with organization’s technological requirements and new developments in the industry.
    Meet personal training and development needs through relevant professional and commercial training and networking.

    Educational Requirements:

    At least Bachelors’ Degree in Computer Science or Information technology.
    Professional degree in ITIL Foundation Oracle (OCP) and/or SQL Server certification is a plus.

    Skills and Competencies Requirements:

    Good knowledge of TCPIP communication protocol
    Wide knowledge of and advanced skills in computer hardware and software programs of diverse functionality. Including but not limited to, communications systems, desktop applications, and network administration programs.
    Significant experience in supporting databases (preferably Microsoft SQL and/or Oracle)
    Application development skills especially in Java, Visual Basic and/or C++ a plus
    Experience with JBoss and Apache technologies will be an advantage
    Exceptional oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and persuasively, interpret documents, understand procedures, write reports and correspondence; speak clearly to third parties and employees.
    Able and willing to solve complex analytical challenges, independently analyze information; and make recommendations based on analysis.
    Self-motivated team player with the ability to adapt and work co-operatively and effectively in different situations and teams to carry out assigned tasks.
    Disposition to share knowledge fully and willingly with other employees in the interest of the organization.
    Commitment to the BRAC International mission, core values the ability to incorporate the mission and values in the workplace.
    Must be proficient in written and spoken English.

    If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:External candidates need to email their CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational grades, years of experience, current and expected salary at recruitment.bi@brac.netInternal candidates need to apply with their latest CV including all job assignments in detail with BRAC PIN and email to internal.bi@brac.nePlease mention the name of the position and AD# BI 12/21 in the subject bar.Only complete applications will be accepted and short listed candidates will be contacted.

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    recruitment.bi@brac.net

  • Digital Transformation Lead- Microfinance

    Digital Transformation Lead- Microfinance

    BRAC International Holdings B.V. is looking to recruit an experienced and dynamic Digital
    Transformation Lead – Microfinance to drive digital innovation and implementation of BRAC International Microfinance Digital Strategy in line with business objectives and business needs.
    The jobholder will support BRAC International Microfinance to drive innovation, and implement and use digital delivery channels to develop and deliver outstanding products, customer experience, increase organisational efficiency, and find the right balance between tech and touch for BRAC’s customers. The Digital Transformation Lead should also think creatively to imagine new uses for technology to address access, usage, literacy, security, and other barriers. The Digital Transformation Lead will be in charge of driving and coordinating the digitization of BRAC International Microfinance’s field operations in 6-10 countries is Africa and Asia. Job responsibilities include but not limited to the following-

    Drive the implementation of BI MF Digital strategy on use of DFS, technology, and digital field tech, and implement it in BI MF’s portfolio countries.
    Work with countries digital managers to develop country specific digital strategies with the support of the Digital Transformation Manager, BIHBV
    Cooperate with head office and portfolio country IT and operations teams to implement the digital strategy and work with the teams to adapt their processes and products accordingly.
    Keep an active watch on digital technologies available in the market that may improve the quality and efficiency of our field operations, and product and service delivery.
    Work with the countries to define implementation plans, including change management aspects, to maximize project impact
    Continuous training and handholding of country digital leads and country teams on value proposition development for digital channels, piloting and documenting lessons learned
    Bring together companies to design, develop, test and refine digital solutions supported under a structured environment and with ready to use tools.
    Work with other enabling stakeholders, such as regulators, universities, governments, think-tanks, BRAC’s fundraising teams, and others to maximize project impact.
    Develop and manage relationships with third parties such as digital solutions suppliers, fintechs, developers etc.
    Keep an active watch on digital technologies available in the market that may improve the quality and efficiency of our field operations, product and service delivery.

    Safeguarding responsibilities:

    Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation to achieve the programme’s goals on safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
    Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
    Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, encourage others to do so.

    The ideal candidate for this role should have-

    In-depth understanding of the key drivers in a digital product/emerging technology business. Insight into the way that digital transformation is affecting the financial inclusion industry and knowledge of best practices.
    Experience in digital project management, including technological aspects that enable to develop skills in understanding business needs and transcribing them into functional specifications for a digital tool.
    Excellent attention to details and experience in managing multiple projects
    Drive, flexibility, resilience and the ability to work under pressure
    Ability to effectively work remotely, across time zones and team locations, as well in person with multiple teams of stakeholders
    Strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to translate complex technological implementation language to non-technical people.
    Fluency in English required (spoken, reading and written)
    Familiarity and experience with microfinance preferred

    Important to have:
    Minimum Seven years of related experience working in financial inclusion, product development, digital finance, microfinance/micro-lending, technology for development, payments platforms with at least three years’ work and/or living experience in emerging markets. Several years’ experience working with MNOs, fintechs, microfinance institutions or banks will be helpful.  Substantial exposure to DFS strategy development and management, with direct exposure to top management strategy formulation and decision making will be added advantage.
    Additional information:
    Starting date:           Negotiable
    Type of contract:     Contractual Employment for 2-year, renewable
    Travel requirement: Up to 25%

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  • Digital Transformation Lead- Microfinance

    Digital Transformation Lead- Microfinance

    BRAC International Holdings B.V. is looking to recruit an experienced and dynamic Digital

    Transformation Lead – Microfinance to drive digital innovation and implementation of BRAC International Microfinance Digital Strategy in line with business objectives and business needs.

    The jobholder will support BRAC International Microfinance to drive innovation, and implement and use digital delivery channels to develop and deliver outstanding products, customer experience, increase organisational efficiency, and find the right balance between tech and touch for BRAC’s customers. The Digital Transformation Lead should also think creatively to imagine new uses for technology to address access, usage, literacy, security, and other barriers. The Digital Transformation Lead will be in charge of driving and coordinating the digitization of BRAC International Microfinance’s field operations in 6-10 countries is Africa and Asia. Job responsibilities include but not limited to the following-

    Drive the implementation of BI MF Digital strategy on use of DFS, technology, and digital field tech, and implement it in BI MF’s portfolio countries.
    Work with countries digital managers to develop country specific digital strategies with the support of the Digital Transformation Manager, BIHBV
    Cooperate with head office and portfolio country IT and operations teams to implement the digital strategy and work with the teams to adapt their processes and products accordingly.
    Keep an active watch on digital technologies available in the market that may improve the quality and efficiency of our field operations, and product and service delivery.
    Work with the countries to define implementation plans, including change management aspects, to maximize project impact
    Continuous training and handholding of country digital leads and country teams on value proposition development for digital channels, piloting and documenting lessons learned
    Bring together companies to design, develop, test and refine digital solutions supported under a structured environment and with ready to use tools.
    Work with other enabling stakeholders, such as regulators, universities, governments, think-tanks, BRAC’s fundraising teams, and others to maximize project impact.
    Develop and manage relationships with third parties such as digital solutions suppliers, fintechs, developers etc.
    Keep an active watch on digital technologies available in the market that may improve the quality and efficiency of our field operations, product and service delivery.

    Safeguarding responsibilities:

    Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation to achieve the programme’s goals on safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
    Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
    Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, encourage others to do so.

    The ideal candidate for this role should have-

    In-depth understanding of the key drivers in a digital product/emerging technology business. Insight into the way that digital transformation is affecting the financial inclusion industry and knowledge of best practices.
    Experience in digital project management, including technological aspects that enable to develop skills in understanding business needs and transcribing them into functional specifications for a digital tool.
    Excellent attention to details and experience in managing multiple projects
    Drive, flexibility, resilience and the ability to work under pressure
    Ability to effectively work remotely, across time zones and team locations, as well in person with multiple teams of stakeholders
    Strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to translate complex technological implementation language to non-technical people.
    Fluency in English required (spoken, reading and written)
    Familiarity and experience with microfinance preferred

    Important to have:

    Minimum Seven years of related experience working in financial inclusion, product development, digital finance, microfinance/micro-lending, technology for development, payments platforms with at least three years’ work and/or living experience in emerging markets. Several years’ experience working with MNOs, fintechs, microfinance institutions or banks will be helpful.  Substantial exposure to DFS strategy development and management, with direct exposure to top management strategy formulation and decision making will be added advantage.

    Additional information:

    Starting date:           Negotiable

    Type of contract:     Contractual Employment for 2-year, renewable

    Travel requirement: Up to 25%

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  • Grant Management Advisor

    Grant Management Advisor

    The Grant Management Advisor is responsible for participating in the development of global procedures in grant management, and actively promoting the application of those procedures toward an efficient and effective grant management function within the BRAC International Country Offices.
    The role offers a unique opportunity for an individual experienced in DEVCO & ECHO donor compliance, grants management and change management. It requires an individual capable of providing inputs to global policies and procedures, supporting new Grant Management staff as they land in the Country Office structures and providing direct grant management services to Country Offices.
    JOB SCOPE
    This position will work in close partnership with colleagues across the Fundraising and Proposal Development teams to ensure grant management services are provided at all stages of the grant cycle. In the event of a major humanitarian emergency outside Bangladesh, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly. Travel is heavy and anticipated at 50% across BI Countries
    Key Responsibilities:
    The role has three main aspects to it:

    support the Director to develop and embed grant management policies and procedures within BI Country Offices;
    Capacity build Country Office Grant Management staff,
    Support key grant core processes within select BI Country Offices as required

    Required Competencies

    Master’s Degree in Development studies/Social sciences
    10+ years in development or related field;
    Core experience in grants management;
    Experience in change management using global standard grant management tools and procedures;
    DEVCO & ECHO donor compliance knowledge specifically
    USAID, DFID other donor compliance knowledge generally10+ years in development or related field;
    Core experience in grants management;
    Experience in change management using global standard grant management tools and procedures;
    DEVCO & ECHO donor compliance knowledge specifically
    USAID, DFID other donor compliance knowledge generally

    Employment type: Contractual
    Salary: Negotiable
    Job Location: BRAC International Regional Office Nairobi – Kenya
    If you feel you are the right match for the above mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:
    External candidates Email your CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational grades, years of experience, current and expected salary at recruitmentAfrica.bi@brac.net
    Please mention the name of the position you are applying for.
    Only complete applications will be accepted and short listed candidates will be contacted.
    Application deadline: 14th April 2020
    BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation – regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment policy and procedure include extensive background checks and disclosure of criminal records in order to ensure safeguarding to the fullest extent.  
    BRAC is an equal opportunities employer

  • Programme Coordinator – Africa Regional Hub

    Programme Coordinator – Africa Regional Hub

    The Programme Coordinator- Africa Region will support Regional Director Africa region to ensure that country programmes are implemented and reported on in a timely manner and with qualitative, according to the Country and Regional Programme Strategies and that the projects and programs are well represented internally and externally.
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    The post holder will be responsible for building effective working relationships with Country teams, as well as with colleagues in BRAC International (BI) and BI affiliates. This is in order to develop and maintain horizontal links, and to foster learning between programmes, innovation, good practice, and fundraising within and between regions or areas of work. The post holder will be expected to undertake frequent travel (approximately 10 weeks per year) connected with the management of the programme portfolio, and the achievement of strategic objectives. He/she could also be expected to Support Africa Regional Director on other strategic related matters.
    Key Responsibilities:
    · Programme Coordination
    · Programme quality reporting
    · Financial Procedures Management
    · Compliance and regulations
    · Communication with relevant stakeholders on Programme related issues
    Required Competencies

    Master’s Degree in Development studies/Social sciences
    At least 5 years’ Experience in International NGO
    Knowledge of Programme Cycle Management
    Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and commitment to poverty eradication, global justice, social change, and gender equality
    Extensive knowledge and experience in data analysis and development of quantitative and qualitative reports
    Results-driven with proven success in programme analysis and reporting
    Energetic, entrepreneurial, proactive with excellent relationship management and influencing skills

    Employment type: Contractual