• Manage a portfolio of BwB project activities with MFIs, local and regional microfinance networks, and other pro-poor organizations whose mission and interests are aligned with the Grameen Foundation.
  
• Build relationships with and actively educate local MFIs and microfinance networks about BwB.
  
• Review and respond to requests for support from partners and others.
  
• Conduct due diligence on potential BwB client organizations where appropriate, including preparing/reviewing due diligence reports in close coordination with the regional staff and other product/service teams.
  
• Serve as primary liaison to and provide logistical support to volunteers assigned to BwB projects in the region.
  
• Cultivate local sources of volunteers in the region.
  
• Perform monitoring and evaluation of ongoing BwB projects in the region.
  Obtain client feedback and document learning.
  
• Serve as the BwB liaison to Grameen Foundation staff operating in the region.
  
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of latest industry developments related to microfinance and technology-for-development in all countries of responsibility.
  
• Assist in fundraising activities for BwB work in the region in coordination with the Regional CEO and the Director of BwB.
  
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Deep commitment to eradication of poverty and alignment with Grameen Foundation’s mission
  
• Experience in one or more of the following fields: volunteer management, project management, customer relations, or marketing and recruitment.
  
• Exceptional representational and customer relationship skills at the executive and decision-maker levels.
  
• Strong startup mentality: agile and able to do whatever is needed to get the job done.
  
• Strong analytical & problem solving skills.
  
• Ability to effectively communicate priorities, delivery expectations, risks and concerns to multiple stakeholders.
  
• Strong time management skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
  
• Ability to work independently and interact with various levels of management.
  
• Ability to gain working knowledge of the fundamentals of microfinance and technology-for-development efforts as well as understanding of the latest industry issues and trends.
  
• Ability to gain working knowledge of GFs policies, procedures, and practices.
  
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
  
• Fluency in English is required with preference for a second language
  
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a degree in a related field required. Masters preferred.
  
• Five or more years of work experience in related field; graduate degree may require less experience.
  
• Microfinance experience preferred.
  
• International work or volunteer experience in emerging markets a plus.

Interested Candidates May Send their Resume at jobs@grameenfoundation.org .