FINCA International Job Openings

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

FINCA International, one of the world's leading microfinance institutions, provides financial services to more than 950,000 clients through 21 wholly-owned and operated subsidiaries in Africa, Eurasia, Latin America and the Greater Middle East.

DESCRIPTION

FINCA International is seeking an experienced and motivated procurement and administrative services professional who thrives in dynamic environments to be part of the establishment and management of FINCA’s regulated microfinance bank start-up in Owerri, Nigeria.

The Administrative Services Manager reports to the Chief Finance Officer of the company and has responsible for the establishment and management of FINCA’s Administrative Services function within the Finance and Admin department and for ensuring that FINCA’s procurement and administration activities and strategies support the FINCA subsidiary in pursuing its mission with a minimum of risk and a maximum of efficiency.  Specifically, the Administrative Services Manager will be responsible for the following areas:

General Management of the Administration and Procurement Function (20%)

Logistics and Procurement (40%)

Facilities Management (20%)

Administrative Function (10%)

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

University degree in economics, finance, management, business, or related field

At least 5 years of professional experience with a minimum of 3 years of procurement or administrative management experience

At least 1 year of mid-level management experience

Proficient in MS-Office Suite (especially Excel);

Fluency in English is required; fluency in Igbo or other local language desired

CANDIDATE PROFILE:

Commitment to establishing a successful function within a growing organization

Willingness to relocate to or within Nigeria and to travel within the country (up to 30% of time)

Highly attentive to detail with excellent organizational and documentation skills

Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship development skills

Results-oriented, with the ability to drive projects from inception to execution stages

Enterprising personality with the ability to adapt and acquire new skills. www.nigerianbestforum.com

Strong fit to FINCA’s desired corporate culture and values, and is committed to furthering FINCA’s mission and vision.  In particular, must demonstrate a commitment to transparency and integrity.

Understands the needs of a start-up, with willingness and ability to perform duties beyond the scope of work;

FINCA International Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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