FINANCIAL SERVICES MANAGER

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

Women’s World Banking is the global leader in women’s financial inclusion. Rooted in its deep understanding of the women’s market, Women’s World Banking tackles financial inclusion in three interconnected ways: first, by partnering with financial services providers to develop scalable market-driven solutions; second, through its gender-lens private equity fund; and, finally, because diverse institutions are proven to be stronger, Women’s World Banking builds institutional capacity through leadership and diversity programs. Through this holistic approach and the organization’s global reach of 49 institutions in 32 countries, Women’s World Banking accelerates economic opportunity for low-income women and growth for financial service providers in the emerging markets.

ABOUT THE JOB:

Women’s World Banking is looking for a Manager for its Financial Services Delivery Team to plan and coordinate all aspects of banking and financial services products and services projects (savings, loans, digital, insurance, Fintech, etc.) from discovery to delivery. The ideal candidate has experience, preferably in a consulting capacity, leading cross-functional teams such as research, behavioral design and strategic advisory to deliver for clients in the financial services industry. Must have experience developing detailed project plans and managing all implementation processes including resource allocation, progress tracking, monitoring change control process, resolution of issues and risks, testing, documentation, training and on-time delivery within budget constraints. This position requires strong business acumen, experience in the financial services sector and excellent project and program management skills.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Become a subject matter expert on how the clients’ business and operating models work through supporting examinations of structures and processes using industry techniques and methodologies.
Utilize analysis and findings to lead the development of hypotheses, as well as quantitative and qualitative tests to prove or disprove them, that solve complex client challenges.
Lead synthesis of analysis, research, and observations into unique, high-value insights that lead to actionable recommendations for clients.
Lead development of models and projections to estimate the financial impact of ideas on client’s business.
Develop high-quality presentations and reports designed for a multitude of audiences, ranging from middle managers to VPs and Board Members to communicate findings, recommendations, strategies, and plans.
Become the day-to-day face of the firm through building deep, effective working relationships with a wide array of clients in different industries.
Establish project management best practices, templates, policies, tools and partnerships to expand and mature these capabilities for the organization.
Work directly with leadership, participate in project planning to define scope and objectives of programs and utilize strong project management skills, stakeholder management experience, networking, and communication skills.
Establish relationships and collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand and enhance processes, leverage existing content and materials, identify interdependencies and common issues, and share leading practices across initiatives.
Secondary development opportunities include working on internal IP development, conducting industry research and analysis, supporting business development efforts, and other internal projects.

Qualifications:

Five to seven years of prior business experience, consulting experience in the financial services industry strongly preferred.
Strong project management experience, managing multiple projects or programs simultaneously strongly preferred.
Proven ability to execute rigorous, analytically intensive work, including demonstrated mastery of Excel. Knowledge advanced data analysis, visualization, and statistical tools a plus, but not required.
Demonstrated track record of working a in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team where success depends on the contributions of each individual.
Experience working on large scale global projects, leading cross-functional teams virtual, ensuring milestones are on schedule and keeping stakeholders informed of progress.
High degree of comfort performing in an ambiguous, fast-paced, highly demanding, yet rewarding and stimulating environment.
Strong experience in client-facing roles with senior managers and VP-level executives at leading companies across the globe.
Superb communications (written and oral) and interpersonal skills required.
Demonstrated ability to work independently.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.
Track record of superior creativity and problem-solving abilities.
Proven collaborative, negotiation, and persuasion skills.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and strong business acumen.
Preferred:
- Experience with financial services and/or developing products and services (savings, loans, insurance, digital, Fintech, etc.).
- Master’s degree or working towards degree.
- PMP certification or working towards certification.
- Experience in research, finance, financial modeling, consulting, etc.
- Full Professional working proficiency in English and Professional working proficiency in Spanish or other language.

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Director

Job profile Director NpM, Platform for Inclusive Finance

THE ORGANISATION
NpM is a member organization for Dutch investors in the inclusive finance sector, like development organizations, social investors and commercial banks. Together with the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs and our members, we are committed to expanding access to affordable financial services worldwide. We believe in a clear link between financial inclusion and development. Access to financial services offers people the possibility to improve their living standards, which in turn reduces inequality. Inclusive finance can result in poverty alleviation, job creation, food security, gender equality, and equitable growth.

It is our mission to increase the effectiveness of our members’ inclusive finance investments and activities (combined total commitments are EUR 4,5 billion). For this purpose, we promote effective partnerships to combine efforts, and complement expertise and objectives. In addition, we support our members’ in contributing to the realization of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030.

Strategy going forward
Over the past years NpM has been successful in becoming a solid and (inter)nationally well-known organization, representing the Dutch investors in Inclusive Finance. In addition to continuously addressing joint thematic areas for the members, and liaising with the right stakeholders, increased focus needs to be given to stronger cooperation with developing organizations. Creating strong links is important to facilitate collaboration between different actors in ‘the chain/ ecosystem’ to unlock increased (private) capital investments.

To consolidate and expand impact, NpM is looking for an energetic, ambitious, and entrepreneurial director to join an inspiring team based at their offices in Utrecht, the Netherlands.

CANDIDATE PROFILE
Position Role within the organisation
The Director of NpM is responsible for providing strategic leadership to the direction of NpM. Monitoring progress and evaluating results of policy plans and strategies by working with its board, team and members. Every year targets, milestones and priorities are worked out in an annual work plan.

The Director is the face of the organization in representing the Dutch Financial Inclusion sector on (inter)national level. In addition to the strategic and operational steering and guidance of the organization, you will be tasked with consolidating relationships with existing funders and attracting new financiers and other (new) stakeholders and development organizations in order to ensure the continuation of the organization.

Key areas of responsibility
1. Developing and realizing strategic policy of the organization • Signals relevant trends and developments for the organization and translates these into practical support and trajectories for the Dutch investors. • Provides leadership to both NpM and the wider Dutch Financial Inclusion sector. •
Positions NpM as an intermediary between the developing cooperation sector and private investors through extensive networking, representation, and advocacy at the highest levels. • Provides leadership and management to ensure that the mission and core values are put into practice.

2. Realizing agreed goals in line with the multi-annual plan (2017 – 2020) the field of knowledge management, being the linking pin and voice of the sector and liaising with the MoFA. Develops multi-year plans and annual budgets for approval by the Board and the members• Raises resources to build the capacity of NpM. • Does acquisition and attracts new and diverse funding. • Monitors the budget.

3. Consolidating and shaping the organizations’ future direction and success by leading the process to guide the next funding cycle. As funding from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) lasts until 31st December 2020, a new Business Plan 2021- 2024 needs to be prepared to start the conversation for renewed commitment from the MoFA.

4. Representing the organization • Represents the organization at diverse national and international events and opportunities. • Maintains and develops relationships with sector stakeholders, including the MoFA, private sector parties, financial institutes and funds, implementing development agencies, Dutch and international government agencies, knowledge institutes, donors, etc. • Ensures regular press outreach amongst which good representation in sector relevant expert communication channels.

5. Managing the organization • Ensures that the right team for the organization is in place. • Oversees the administrative organization, financial management, and human resources management and takes care of required reporting including annual accounts. • Is accountable and provides information and reports to the Board, the members and the MoFA.

Organization scheme
NpM has a Board consisting of three people: Mark van Doesburgh (chair of the board), Jolanda Wakkerman (treasurer), Dirk Elsen.

Staff: 4 program managers, interns and/or volunteers; 4 thematic project related expert groups consisting of staff of the members. The current Director of NpM left the organization per 1 August. An interim-Director replaced her until a new Director is found.

Candidate profile
NpM is looking for a passionate, ambitious and impact driven Director. In addition to strategic and operational management of the organization, the relationship management of existing funders, and raising of new funding for the different thematic trajectories is also an important area of attention. This requires a Director who has a can-do mentality and international scope and network, a strategic thinker who knows how to turn mission and vision into a concrete and successful operation. He/she is a strong networker that quickly connects and is experienced in financial inclusion and the Dutch and international development environment. He/she is highly capable of switching at the highest level and presenting him/herself at all levels.

Key competences
• A strategic thinker, combining visionary purpose with operational granularity and strength, able to guide the organization through the next years strategic planning • An inspirational people manager able to guide personal development of staff.• Opportunity thinking-mentality • Experience (minimum 5 years) in business development, fundraising in the Dutch and international development
sector • Significant experience, knowledge and network within finance sector / impact investments • Communicates well with people of diverse backgrounds. • Knowledge and network within the financial inclusion sector in the Netherlands and international. • Experience working abroad in developing countries • Ability to multitask, set priorities, meet deadlines, travel and adjust to change • Academic background in economics, international business or international development • Multilingual capacity

Procedure
In case you are interested in this position, you can reach out to:

M.H. Hamel • Partner Financial Assets
t: +31 (0) 20 2191565
e: mh@financialassets.nl

INVESTMENT OFFICER AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST (SENIOR)

Job description

Triple Jump, a Dutch impact investment manager with a global portfolio, is looking for a:

(Senior) Investment Officer Africa & Middle East (fluency in French required)

40 hours per week, duty station Nairobi, Kenya

Local candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

Triple Jump is an impact-focused investment manager that manages and advises several funds in the area of financial inclusion, SME finance, affordable housing and renewable energy. Triple Jump’s mission is to go where investing capital empowers people and improves lives. Triple Jump is headquartered in Amsterdam and has a strong footprint in the emerging markets with 5 regional offices located in Georgia, Peru, Mexico, Thailand and Kenya. The team consists of over 80 professionals, including 30 different nationalities, with broad field experience and in-depth financial expertise. Triple Jump investment portfolio spans across more than 60 countries.

Triple Jump offers professional asset management services to investors, ranging from asset selection, to portfolio management to fund administration. Triple Jump holds an AIFMD license and is regulated by the Dutch Central Bank and the Authority Financial Markets. Our investor base includes institutional investors, development banks, governments, NGOs, and retail banks, all of whom seek to combine financial returns with and social/environmental impact.

Expectations

As an (Senior) Investment Officer you are responsible for the identification, appraisal, processing and supervision of debt investments in MFIs in the Africa and Middle East (AME) region. You will execute the full investment cycle, from origination to monitoring of the investment. You have an extensive regional network of partners and other people/institutions relevant to the fulfilment of your position. The position requires frequent travel to countries within the region. You will be based in Nairobi, Kenya. The position is initially for 1 year.

Requirements

Job requirements

This position requires a strong investment background, acquired by working (at least three years) in a fund manager, MFI or other financial institutions in the AME region. You are experienced with analysing financial statements and dealing with legal and organisational issues as part of the due diligence process. You have demonstrated interest and experience in development and/or emerging markets. You have demonstrable communication and negotiation skills and are able to disseminate knowledge and mediate between different views. You feel comfortable working in a team while independently developing new and managing existing relationships.

Competencies

Result-oriented;
Good negotiator with strong analytical skills;
Team player with excellent communication and writing skills;
Fluent in English and French (both speaking and writing);
Knowledge of Arabic, Portuguese or local languages is considered a plus;
Existing working permit considered a plus;

Triple Jump offers you:

The opportunity to work within a growing, entrepreneurial organization in the impact investing sector;
Competitive salary for the impact investing sector, including pension and health allowances and a variable incentive arrangement;
Flexible working hours, good work-life balance;
A dynamic, multi-cultural and collegial working environment;

Application procedure

Are you interested? Send your application to the attention of Willem Boymans, HR Officer Triple Jump, before July 31, 2019 via https://triplejump.recruitee.com. More information about the position can be obtained through Willem Boymans (HR) or Jarri Jung, Regional Manager AME at +31 20 220 2807.

Big Data Analytics


About UNCDF UNCDF makes public and private finance work for the poor in the world’s 47 least developed countries. With its capital mandate and instruments, UNCDF offers “last mile” finance models that unlock public and private resources, especially at the domestic level, to reduce poverty and support local economic development. UNCDF’s financing models work through two channels: financial inclusion that expands the opportunities for individuals, households, and small businesses to participate in the local economy, providing them with the tools they need to climb out of poverty and manage their financial lives; and by showing how localized investments — through fiscal decentralization, innovative municipal finance, and structured project finance — can drive public and private funding that underpins local economic expansion and sustainable development. By strengthening how finance works for poor people at the household, small enterprise, and local infrastructure levels, UNCDF contributes to SDG 1 on eradicating poverty and SDG 17 on the means of implementation. By identifying those market segments where innovative financing models can have transformational impact in helping to reach the last mile and address exclusion and inequalities of access, UNCDF contributes to a number of different SDGs. About SHIFT ASEAN and SAARC UNCDF’s ‘Shaping Inclusive Financial Transformations’ (SHIFT) program aims to catalyze access to formal financial services to advance women’s economic empowerment and gendered financial inclusion for millions of women and small businesses in the ASEAN and SAARC markets. SHIFT leverages product and business model innovations, data analytics, technical training, and policy advocacy services at different levels to change the behavior of market players. Data and research crosscuts into all SHIFT’s activities as the shaping of inclusive financial transformations cannot be accomplished without the use of good data and research to inform and facilitate markets. SHIFT advocates evidence-based financial inclusion policies and practices that expand access and usage of financial services for women by facilitating, informing and incentivizing FSPs, regulators and governments and by stimulating collective dialogue between them. UNCDF SHIFT programs works through four interrelated outputs: The Data and Analysis Hub produces and disseminates knowledge on supply, demand and regulation in financial markets to strengthen the evidence base and investment decisions of providers, regulators and policy makers to advance women’s financial inclusion. This is closely integrated with the Learning and Skills Development facility that capacitates technical service providers to scale viable learning and training models for financial institutions. The Policy and Advocacy component stimulates dialogue among policy makers in FSPs and governments to enable financial market policies to be more responsive to the needs of women. Finally, the Innovation Facility offers various types of incentives to FSPs to pilot new prototypes and scale viable innovative (digital) finance business models to advance access to and usage of finance for women. About other UNCDF projects SHIFT ASEAN has been established in 2014 with initial funding from the Australian Government and focuses on ASEAN’s frontier economies of Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar and Viet Nam (CLMV). The progamme aims to catalyze access to formal financial services to advance women’s economic empowerment and gendered financial inclusion for millions of women in the ASEAN. SHIFT SAARC has been established in mid-2016 with initial funding of the European Commission and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation earmarked for Bangladesh. The programme aims for Digital Finance Services to become widely recognized by regulators and providers as enabler of financial inclusion and thereby increasing its use among the adult population from 9% to 30% by 2019. UNCDF Myanmar Country Program: UNCDF Myanmar hosts various programs working among other on the national financial inclusion strategy, innovative financing and digital financial services. For example the WEFIP project funded by DFID (2018-2020) on women’s empowerment aims to reach 200,000 women and girl beneficiaries of which the majority are women and girls from conflict-affected and/or post-conflicts areas of the country. At supply side for financial service providers the project promote gender-sensitive financial products and services and supporting non-financial services; and at demand side it aims to enhance women and girls’ financial capabilities, voice and demand for finance. Finally, at policy level it supports with gendered financial inclusion analytics and policy making. UNCDF’s CleanStart catalyzes digital energy finance (through Pay-Go energy systems) as a promising solution to reduce energy poverty. Active in Asia and Africa, the programme currently reaches over 221.000 people. About Digital@UNCDF UNCDF is the overarching programme under the Financial Inclusion Practice Area focusing on Digital Financial Services and how they can improve financial inclusion for sustainable development for vulnerable groups. This solicitation is for a Framework agreement, also known in UNCDF as the Long-Term Agreement (LTA) for one year and renewable up to a maximum of one (1) year based on satisfactory performance of an individual consultant. An “LTA” refers to a mutual agreement whereby the Consultant(s) will provide services as required, over a specific period. It specifies the unit price (daily rate) allowing for an LTA to be used when the Consultant’s services are needed. Where a request for services arises, UNCDF can engage the individual(s) holding an LTA through a “call-off” of the LTA. Every call-off shall have specific tasks, scope of services and outputs to be delivered within a specific period of time. For this particular work, the call-off shall be formalized through the issuance of a Purchase Order, attaching thereto the TOR, and any other document relevant to the call-off. Financial commitments will only be established each time a Purchase Order for the specific services/TOR for Individual Contractor is issued. The LTA shall have a cumulative ceiling amount that may accrue to the individual contractor during the life of the LTA, but said amount shall remain as an upper limit, and must not and cannot be interpreted nor understood as neither a financial commitment nor guarantee of business volume. It is important to note that, under an LTA, UNCDF does not guarantee that any specific quantity of services shall be made during the term of this agreement. The LTA does not form a financial obligation nor commitment from UNCDF at the time the LTA contract is signed

Objectives of the Assignment UNCDF Asia Regional and Myanmar Country office are looking to enter into a Framework Agreement, also known as Long-Term Agreement (LTA), with up to three (3) Big Data Analytics Consultant(s) who will be primarily responsible for producing, curating and communicating data and information on supply, demand and regulation in financial markets to strengthen the evidence-base and investment decisions of providers, regulators, and policy makers. S/he will report directly to the Data Management Specialist (Analytics & Research) based in the UNCDF Regional Asia office in Bangkok. The Big Data Analytics Consultant(s) will support a variety of action research and analysis activities for the Data hub in Bangkok, and working primarily under the SHIFT ASEAN, SHIFT SAARC programmes, UNCDF Myanmar, CleanStart and UNCDF’s digital strategy. The Big Data Analytics Consultant(s) will analyze, curate and communicate data and information on supply, demand, policy and innovation case studies with focus on Asian countries including Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos PDR, Viet Nam, Malaysia, China and more regional based studies. S/he will keep data outputs simple, digestible and with focus on the usage of data to improve financial inclusion policy and product development. The Big Data Analytics Consultant(s) will work primarily under the UNCDF Regional Data and Analysis Hub that aims to strengthen the availability and use of supply side (e.g. Big Data and transaction records) and demand side (national financial inclusion survey) analytics by conducting regional and sector research on specific themes such as financial inclusion for women, youth, MSMEs, migration and remittances, and energy finance to help drive financial inclusion policy and practice. The Hub generates substantial market intelligence, through demand side data (1), by assessing large demand side national survey datasets (e.g. FinScope, Findex, Intermedia, Enterprise Development Survey, GEM); on the supply side (2), through supply side data, by analyzing Big data including anonymized customer and transaction records (loans, savings, payments) for financial service providers and (3) on the innovation and policy environment by systematic qualitative assessment of digital finance innovation and policy case studies. The Big Data Analytics Consultant(s) will also support the delivery of training and capacity building activities related to data, research and M&E as well as provide support with the analysis, synthesis and communication of data and research on supply, demand and regulation- sides to strengthen the evidence-based investment decisions of financial service providers, regulators, and policy makers. Specific areas of work include: Theme 1: Conduct deep-dive thematic research on demand and supply side data on financial inclusion and specific SDGs (20%) Theme 2: Support in data curation and analytics and experimenting with new data techniques (20%) Theme 3: Conduct trainings and technical support to Financial Service Providers and Energy Service Providers in product development and data analytics and usage (20%) Theme 4: Conduct trainings and technical support to Regulators (e.g. Central Banks) in financial inclusion strategy monitoring and policy making. (20%) Theme 5: Knowledge Management and Learning (20%) Scope of Work Theme 1: Conduct deep-dive thematic research on digital financial inclusion and economies with specific reference to gender, youth, migrant and remittances, MSMEs, energy finance or agriculture using demand side and supply side data. Analyze, consolidate and communicate data and insights on financial market supply and demand with focus on sex, youth, and other demographic and geographic disaggregated data analytics. Conduct demand side analytics on financial access and national surveys such as Findex, Finscope, National Household Surveys, Global Entrepreneurship Monitoring, Enterprise Development Surveys- to support the development of (sex-disaggregated) national financial inclusion strategies, market scoping and product development. Conduct supply side analysis using anonymized customer and transaction level data of (digital) financial service providers to track financial service usage and impacts by conducting sex- youth and other demographic disaggregated data analysis; Theme 2: Support in data curation and analytics and experimenting with new data techniques. Maintain and update the national survey datasets such as Findex, FinScope and Intermedia, enterprise development, power, financial diaries and other demand side datasets. Support in Data curation, maintain, acquire and mine datasets of financial service providers; Support the development of financial inclusion and SDG-related interactive dashboards. Conduct systematic qualitative case study analyses documenting the progress of digital finance and Fintech innovations through qualitative databases, if requested. Coordinate and conduct innovative ways of doing product and policy assessment through lean data and Big data assessment to measure financial inclusion impacts on SDGs such as poverty, empowerment, women’s empowerment, energy access etc. Theme 3: Conduct trainings and technical support to Financial Service Providers and Energy Service Providers in product development and data analytics and usage. To track customer journeys over time and improve human centric design through data. Conduct Big data training, mine regulatory monitoring and financial inclusion datasets. The training week includes also possible visits for collaboration with other partners, including conducting dissemination workshop, partner-visits for resource mobilisation and pipeline development and/or mission debriefing to the Bangkok regional office and Produce PowerPoint report. Offer Technical support in human-centric product design to FSPs with regard to data treatment and usage and product development. Support and coordinate innovative lean data surveys for SDG impact measurement and monitoring. Theme 4: Conduct trainings and technical support to Regulators (e.g. Central Banks) in financial inclusion strategy monitoring and policy making. Conduct trainings with regulators on the use of data for the national financial inclusion strategy and financial inclusion policy design and monitoring and evaluation. Offer technical support to regulators on implementation of financial inclusion strategy monitoring and evaluation and develop data action and monitoring plans. Theme 5: Knowledge Management and Learning: Support in content development for knowledge products including working papers, dashboard, blogs, website materials, presentations etc. Review and edit, working papers, research and communications materials; Support in the development of training modules for the data hub facility. The Hub aims to capacitate regulators and financial service providers in their data analysis and human centric product and policy design. Identify areas where data-collaboratives can enhance (digital) financial inclusion, both within the UN system as well with our external private sector partners. If needed, engage with University and other research institutions to establish partnerships and promote UNCDF’s work. Use insights to support overall program development and inform the UNCDF digital strategy. Final Products The consultant(s) will deliver the following final products: Output 1: Conducted Thematic Deep Dive research on for example (digital) financial inclusion and gender equality, youth empowerment, clean energy, agricultural development, migration and development. Produced content for financial inclusion focus notes, presentations, blogs, infographics, policy notes. (Co-)authored working papers and focus notes with particular reference to (digital) financial inclusion and sustainable development goals related topics such as inclusive economic growth and decent work, youth empowerment, gender equality, MSME development, green energy, agricultural development, migration and development, education and health. Output 2: Curated, mined and analyzed supply side and demand side data so it is easily accessible and generates insights for UNCDF team and programs. Produced Synthesis report on digital finance and FinTech innovations case studies. Produced Interactive Dashboards accessible for programs (in Tableau or PowerBI) Designed Surveys for SDG monitoring through lean data (mobile phone surveys) on for example poverty, women economic empowerment, inclusive growth and enterprise growth. Output 3: Offered trainings on product development and data analysis and usage to staff and management of financial service providers and energy service suppliers. Offered Technical support in human-centric product design to FSPs with regard to data treatment and usage and product development. Output 4: Offered trainings and technical support on financial inclusion policy and data analysis and usage to staff and management of regulators (e.g. Central Banks). Supported development of monitoring and evaluation indicators for national financial inclusion strategies. Output 5: Submitted research content for presentations, data dashboards, maps, blogs, data for info-graphics. Disseminated outcomes and knowledge at forums, webinars, and workshops. Identified potential data collaboratives and generated insights to support programme direction. UNCDF reserves the rights to assign the TOR deliverables and to distribute the assignment to at least three consultants, as UNCDF may deem appropriate to their qualifications. The three consultants will be part of a broader data analytic team and will have somewhat similar activities as outlined in more detailed in the scope of work table below. A Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) on how each of the consultants will be called and for what type of work shall be developed for this purpose. The SOP shall take into consideration the following : One consultant who can support Asia on (digital) finance for women’s and youth economic empowerment and/or entrepreneurship. One focus country here is Myanmar, where at least 50% of the consultant’s activities will take place to support Myanmar financial service providers and regulators. One consultant who can support analytical work on digital finance for remittances, migration and development in Asia. Around 50% of the consultant’s activity will be working with Asian remittance service providers and regulators. One consultant with focus on Africa who can support analytical work on digital energy finance as well as remittances, migration and development (French speaking). All three consultants are required to speak English, at least one consultant would need to speak French. Beyond common data analytic activities, within the team UNCDF is looking for consultants who may address specific themes. For this purpose, applicants are encouraged to highlight their specific expertise that corresponds to the thematic fields below: (Digital) Financial inclusion and Women’s and Youth economic empowerment (Digital) Financial inclusion and MSME growth (Digital) Financial inclusion and decent work and inclusive economic growth Digital energy finance Digital finance for agricultural development International Remittances and Migration and Development

Corporate Competencies Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards and acts in accordance with the Standards of Conduct for international civil servants; Advocates and promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNCDF; Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability; Treats all people fairly without favoritism. Functional Competencies Knowledge about the UNCDF programmes would be an advantage; Strong analytical and writing skills and track record in producing relevant reports and other material.

Education Masters or PhD in Development Studies, Economics, Econometrics, Data Science, Business Administration, or similar studies; Experience Minimum of one (1) year of relevant professional experience with expertise in (digital) financial inclusion, banking and investment or development finance; Proven experience of a minimum of 2 years in undertaking Big data analytics, statistical and/or other quantitative research. Exceptional quantitative and qualitative research and analysis skills; Proven experience of being able to curate and mine large and diverse datasets with over 1000 indicators and/or over one million records, while keeping data outputs simple and digestible. Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively both verbally and in writing -in English. Advanced knowledge and experience of statistical and quantitative data analytic software such as R-studio/ STATA/ Tableau. Power-BI/ Nvivo/ Phyton, ability to handle large datasets. Hands on experience with qualitative analysis software (e.g. NVIVO) is considered advantageous. Analytical skills: ability to think strategically and rapidly analyze, interpret and integrate data information from various data sets into clear conclusions and recommendations. Strong presentation and training skills. Ability to balance multiple research projects with mixed short and long-term deadlines. Language Fluency in English (written and oral). Desired Attributes Strong interest in and affiliation with data analysis and usage, Big Data, capacity building, innovation, (organizational) learning and change management. Innovative mindset, capacity to learn and explore new research and knowledge dissemination methods. Applicants are encouraged to highlight thematic expertise in data analytics with regard to financial inclusion and women’s and youth economic empowerment and/or entrepreneurship, remittance and migration and development, digital energy finance. Applicants are encouraged to highlight any specific in-country experience including West Africa, South and South East Asia and specifically in Myanmar. Monitoring and Progress Control The consultant(s) will work under the direct supervision of the Senior Regional Technical Advisor (SRTA) based in Bangkok and in close collaboration with other relevant colleagues, experts and/or institutions designated by the SRTA. The consultant(s) will have weekly communication with the Regional Office in Bangkok via email and skype, for coordination and guidance purposes, ensuring consultants’ output quality and targets. The Consultant(s) is responsible for providing his/her own laptop during the course of his/her engagement with UNCDF. This contract is under a framework agreement that will work on a call-off mechanism. The consultant will be ‘called’ upon to deliver a specific set of deliverables under a TOR and a purchasing order, indicating the total number of days required to complete the services. The contractor shall submit the invoices specifying the outputs delivered and the Certificate of Payment form for the approval of UNCDF. The following supporting documents will serve as conditions for payments to an Individual Contractor(s): (i) submission of an invoice and Certificate of Payment (COP); (ii) review, approval and written acceptance of each deliverable by the Senior Regional Technical Advisor (SRTA) and any other Project/Programme Manager designated by SRTA; (iii) submission of a time-sheet and expenses with relevant supporting documentation; and (iv) an authorization of payment disbursement from a direct supervisor. Where payment is based on days worked and not on milestone outputs, the submission of time sheet and expenses with relevant documentation may be required by UNCDF. UNCDF shall closely monitor the performance of the Individual Contractors, and such monitoring shall include the detailed tracking of cumulative payments ensuring that they do not exceed the approved limit of the LTA. If the consultants fail to meet performance requirements detailed above, s/he will receive in first instance, a communication requesting an improvement in performance. Continued failure to meet performance requirements may result in termination of the call-off PO, the non-utilization of the LTA, until its expiration, and eventually non-extension of the LTA. Application Process Interested individual consultants must submit the following documents/information to demonstrate their qualifications. Proposers who shall not submit below mentioned documents will not be considered for further evaluation. (NOTE: THE SYSTEM DOES NOT ALLOW MULTIPLE UPLOADS OF DOCUMENTS THEREFORE APPLICANTS MUST MAKE SURE TO UPLOAD ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS IN ONE FILE). Failure to submit all the below mentioned documents may result in rejection of the application. A one-page cover letter responding to the competency criteria, indicating why the candidate considers himself/herself suitable for the required consultancy as well as stating the earliest availability. Detailed updated CV or P11, with at least two (2) signed professional references or three references’ contact details; Link to P11: http://sas.undp.org/documents/P11_Personal_history_form.doc Filled in and duly signed Letter of Intent including a financial proposal which can be downloaded from : https://popp.undp.org/_layouts/15/WopiFrame.aspx?sourcedoc=/UNDP_POPP_DOCUMENT_LIBRARY/Public/PSU_%20Individual%20Contract_Offerors%20Letter%20to%20UNDP%20Confirming%20Interest%20and%20Availability.docx&action=default At least one (1) sample or detailed summary of works with relevant links – that you consider to be the best and most relevant example to this ToR. Evaluation Criteria Applications will be rated on both technical and financial submissions. The following selection method will be used: Highest rated proposal using the combined scoring method, which assigns the weight distribution between the technical and financial proposals. The overall combined score will be 100 points, where weight distribution shall be 70% technical (30% desk review + 40% interview) and 30% financial. Step I: Screening Applications will be screened and only applicants meeting the following minimum criteria will progress to the pool for shortlisting: Education: Masters or PhD in Development, Economics, Econometrics, Data Science, Business Administration, or similar studies; Experience Minimum of one (1) year of relevant professional experience with (digital) financial inclusion, banking and investment or development finance; Proven experience of a minimum of 2 years in undertaking Big Data Analytics, or statistical and other quantitative research. Step II: Shortlisting by Desk Review: (100 Points) UNCDF will conduct a desk review to produce a shortlist of candidates and technically evaluate candidates as follows: Level of relevancy of working experience in (digital) financial inclusion, banking and investment or development finance – 30 points Functional competencies for assignment (big data analytics and research and software skills) – 50 points Advanced knowledge and experience of statistical and quantitative data analytic software such as R-studio/ STATA/ Tableau / Power-BI / Nvivo / Phyton, ability to handle large datasets – 10 points Exceptional quantitative and qualitative research and analysis skills – 10 points As applicable, up to 9 applicants scoring the highest in the desk review and achieving minimum 70 points shall be invited for an interview. Step III. Interview: A competency-based Interview shall be conducted with the top 8 shortlisted candidates who will be asked on the following: Relevant experience Sector Knowledge Communication Skills Demonstrated ability to use data to drive financial inclusion practice and policies Step IV: Financial Evaluation: The shortlisted candidates will be rated on both technical and financial submissions, providing a weight of 70% to the Technical offer (Desk Review (30%) + Interview (40%)) and 30% to the Financial offer. The following formula will be used to evaluate financial proposal: Lowest priced proposal/price of the proposal being evaluated x 30%. AWARD OF LONG-TERM AGREEMENT (LTA) The award of the LTA will be made to up to 3 individual consultants whose offers have been evaluated and determined (i) Responsive/compliant/acceptable; and (ii) Having received the highest score out of a pre-determined set of weighted technical and financial criteria specific to the solicitation. Individual Consultants are responsible for ensuring they have vaccinations/inoculations when traveling to certain countries, as designated by the UN Medical Director. Consultants are also required to comply with the UN security directives set forth under dss.un.org. If the consultant is over 65 years old, UNCDF reserves the right to require full medical certification and clearance from the consultant’s physician prior to commencing the travel. Please include all documents into one file while submitting your application. Referenfces UNDP’s Individual Consultant’s General Terms and Conditions are provided here: http://www.undp.org/content/dam/undp/documents/procurement/documents/IC%20-%20General%20Conditions.pdf Click here to view vacancy

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE MANAGER – PRIVATE SECTOR DEVELOPMENT

Job description

Triple Jump, an impact investment fund manager with a global portfolio, is looking for an:

Technical Assistance Manager – Private Sector Development

40 hours per week, based in Amsterdam

Triple Jump is an impact-focused investment manager that manages and advises several funds in the area of financial inclusion, SME finance, affordable housing, renewable energy and agri. Triple Jump’s mission is to go where investing capital empowers people and improves lives. Triple Jump is headquartered in Amsterdam, and has a strong footprint in the emerging markets with 5 regional offices located in Georgia, Peru, Mexico, Thailand and Kenya. The team consists of over 80 professionals, including 30 different nationalities, with broad field experience and in-depth financial expertise. Triple Jump investment portfolio spans across more than 60 countries.

Triple Jump offers professional asset management services to investors, ranging from asset selection, to portfolio management to fund administration. Triple Jump holds an AIFMD license and is regulated by the Dutch Central Bank and the Authority Financial Markets. Our investor base includes institutional investors, development banks, governments, NGOs, and retail banks, all of whom seek to combine both financial returns with and social/environmental impact.

Job description

Through Triple Jump’s Market Development services we provide Seed Capital, Technical Assistance and Advisory services to portfolio companies and their customers globally to help develop and scale financial inclusive markets. As Technical Assistance (TA) Manager you will support the Market Development team in the development and implementation of Seed Capital and Business Development (SCBD) program that is linked to the Dutch Good Growth Fund (https://www.dggf.nl/).

More specifically you will be responsible for:

Developing and managing the TA program for investees of the Dutch Good Growth Fund – in close coordination with the DGGF investment team;
Supporting implementation of the TA program for accelerators and incubators – in close coordination with the SCBD team;
Acquisition of new clients & development of technical assistance service offer, quality control and reporting to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other stakeholders;
Contribute to developing and managing new TA programs that build inclusive financial markets;
Support knowledge development in the field of TA management, contribute to and co-host events.

Requirements

Job requirements

At least 7 years of relevant working experience in program management, consulting and TA in the field of inclusive finance and entrepreneurship/private sector development in emerging markets;
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in managing multi-disciplinary project teams;
Deep knowledge of private sector development, preferably on small growing businesses, acceleration and incubation, SME finance and entrepreneurial ecosystem development;
Good international network of relevant stakeholders (consultants, policy makers, fund managers);
MBA or Master degree preferably in Business, Finance or Economics;
Fluent in Dutch, English and preferably a working knowledge of Spanish, French or a local African language;
Good consulting and program management skills;
Excellent communication and writing skills;
Networking and acquisition skills.

Triple Jump offers you

The opportunity to work within a growing, entrepreneurial organization in the impact investing sector;
A salary competitive for the impact investing sector, 13th month, plus benefits such as a variable part up to a maximum of 10% of your salary. The package includes 28 days of annual leave, based on a full-time contract;
A dynamic, multi-cultural and collegial working environment;
The position is initially for 1 year. If successful, the candidate will be offered a permanent position;
Good work-life balance in the Amsterdam Area.

Application procedure

Are you interested? Send your application to the attention of Jeanette Bouman, HR Manager Triple Jump, before August 9, 2019. More information about the position can be obtained through Davide Loriggiola or Julia Kho at +31 20 220 2806.

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ANALYST

TCX Funds is looking for an Analyst to join its team. Click here to view the vacancy.

INVESTMENT ANALYST

To increase its positive impact in Investment in Equities in Bonds, Triodos Investment Management has taken sustainable investing in listed securities a step further by integrating it’s sustainable and financial analysis within the investment process. Impact first is our approach. The analysts team selects companies that contribute to a sustainable transition. The Impact Equities and Bonds (IE&B) team for the Triodos Sustainable Investment Funds and Triodos Bank Private Banking has opened the position of:

Investment analyst (32 – 40 hours a week)In this position you will get the opportunity to be active in one of the front runner asset managers in sustainable investments. Impact investing in public market requires thorough analysis, vision and dedication. Working with Triodos means that you will be one of those financial specialists who wants to use her or his personal skills for good.

Take action:

Discuss, develop and maintain ideas for investments, both from a financial as well as a sustainable perspective, to select companies for further research and potential investments;
Perform bottom up, fundamental company research using an integrated approach of financial and sustainable analysis resulting in high-quality written investment cases. Successful investment cases will contribute both to the financial as well as to the impact goals of the IE&B investment strategies;
Contribute with research to engagement topics, help with reporting on impact and outcomes of our portfolio;
Present, discuss and position the investment cases in the context of long-term sustainability perspectives, internally and externally, in writing and verbally as appropriate;
Interact with the team of investment analysts in building and in challenging long-term investment perspectives in close cooperation with the team of Fund Managers and Portfolio Managers.

Profile

This is you:

Feel personally connected with the mission and values of Triodos Bank and the capacity to communicate these and translate them into daily activities;
Minimum of 5 years of relevant working experience as an Equity or Bond Investment Analyst with sincere interest in sustainable investments;
Academic degree, e.g. Finance, Economics or Econometrics;
CFA/VBA or equivalent is an advantage (or willingness to start);
Excellent command of the English language as all research is conducted in English, whereas proficiency in certain major European languages could be an advantage.

As a person you have:

Excellent communication skills and able to summarize complex material both verbally and in writing;
Creativity in finding new methods and in engaging with organizations;
An open, eager, team playing attitude with the ability to work independently;
Strong analytical, modelling and reporting skills and a quantitative orientation;
A working attitude that is result-oriented and self-starting.

Company details

Who we are:

Triodos Investment Management, a 100% subsidiary of Triodos Bank, is a globally recognised leader in impact investment. The business has grown based on deep market sector insights and commitment to sustainability objectives of our partners. Triodos Investment Management currently manages 17 funds (totalling over EUR 4,2 billion) investing in both Europe and emerging markets. More information? See www.triodos-im.com. For information about the IE&B activities please refer to: https://www.triodos-im.com/socially-responsible-investing

Offer

You want to make a difference:

As a sustainable organisation it is our priority to invest pro-actively in your personal and professional development. You will be working in a professional, informal and transparent atmosphere and be a member of an international team which will motivate you to perform and develop your personal and professional goals. We offer a working environment within a growing organisation where there is room for personal ideas, initiatives and balance.

In addition to this we offer:

a salary appropriate to who you are and what you are capable of;
29 paid holiday days for a 40-hour working week, and the opportunity to purchase 2 extra weeks;
training and development opportunities;
flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home;
as from November 2019 a brand new office next to the train station of Driebergen-Zeist;
100% public transport allowance for journeys between home and work;
an attractive pension scheme;
a bike scheme.

Location:

The position is based in Zeist, the Netherlands. Applicants must be nationals of a European member state or have a valid work permit for the European Union.

Interested?

For more information about this position or to apply for this position, please contact Josephine van der Vossen, Partners at Work Executive Search, via j.vandervossen@partnersatwork.nl or tel.no. +31 35 6940425/ +31 6 55390335.

The application deadline is 18 August 2019.

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY THROUGH OUR WEBSITE!

Details from this advertisement are not to be used for marketing purposes.

Location

Zeist I Triodos Investment Management

SENIOR FINANCE OFFICER

The financial sector is globally one of the fastest developing areas within the economy with stakeholders who are becoming more demanding. Triodos Investment Management (Triodos IM) aims to influence the change in the sector with positive impact and lasting change through lending, investments and other financial services.The Risk and Finance department supports the investment funds and mandates with professional expertise in the areas of finance, risk & compliance, tax & legal and controlling.

Our Finance team consists of 8 colleagues and is highly involved in all financial processes. We are primarily responsible for correctness and completeness of financial data, (external) financial accounting and reporting.

Due to increasing activities in order to meet our strategic goals and plans, the Finance team opens a position for a:

Senior Finance Officer 32-40 hours a week

The position is situated in the Netherlands (Zeist) and covers a wide range of tasks and responsibilities. Focus is primarily on implementing and monitoring of reporting requirements, audit coordination and financial projects related to efficiency and quality improvement.

In this position you will get the opportunity to be active in one of the front runner asset managers in sustainable investments. Impact investing in public market requires thorough analysis, vision and dedication. Working with Triodos means that you will be one of those financial specialists who wants to use and enrich her or his personal skills continuously. The position is also an excellent opportunity to explore the various activities within our organisation and on the longer run develop yourself to other positions within the Triodos.

Your responsibilities:

Monitor, develop and implement external reporting requirements (Dutch Gaap, IFRS, regulatory reporting);
Coordinate the external and internal audits;
Play an active role in projects;
Engage co-workers in the implementation new procedures;
Perform (complex) financial administrative activities for multiple investment funds and other legal entities;
Identify fields of improvement in financial reporting procedures and propose/design implementation plans;
Compose and analyse financial data and reports;
Provide general support to the team.

Profile

Who you are:

Feel personally connected to the mission and values of Triodos Bank;
Relevant education (Bachelor/Master’s degree) with focus on finance and/or accounting, supplemented with a relevant post graduate certificate (RA/RC/CPA/CMA or almost graduated);
Minimum of 5 years relevant working experience in accounting or audit;
Working experience in the financial services (and with Luxemburg investment funds could be a pre);
You have a proactive and hands-on mentality, like to work efficiently and accurate and you thrive on reaching results;
Good understanding of fiscal topics;
Fluent language skills in Dutch and English;
Excellent knowledge of Excel and closing procedures;
Experience in ERP tooling and Enterprise Data Warehouses is a pre.

Who we are:

Triodos Investment Management, a 100% subsidiary of Triodos Bank, is a globally recognised leader in impact investment. The business has grown based on deep market sector insights and commitment to sustainability objectives of our partners. Triodos Investment Management currently manages 17 funds (totalling over EUR 4,4 billion) investing in both Europe and emerging markets.

More information? See www.triodos-im.com.

Offer

You want to make a difference.

In addition to this we offer:

a salary appropriate to who you are and what you are capable of;
29 paid holiday days for a 40-hour working week, and the opportunity to purchase 2 extra weeks;
training and development opportunities;
a brand new office building next to the trainstation of Driebergen – Zeist (as from November 25nd 2019);
flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home;
100% public transport allowance for journeys between home and work;
an attractive pension scheme;
a bike scheme.

Interested?

For more information about this position, please contact Ertan Erdem, Manager Finance via e-mail ertan.erdem@triodos.nl or by phone +31 30 694 2737.

If you are interested in this position, please send your motivation letter and CV (in English) before the 23rd of August to the attention of Alied Nijdam, Sr. HR Advisor. You can apply via the application button on our website.

Would you please indicate your availability during coming summer period?

Details from this advertisement are not to be used for marketing purposes.

INVESTMENT OFFICER

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

FRAGG Investment Management Limited is an impact and Climate fund management and investment advisory firm with special focus on investments in the impact sectors. FRAGG channels investments into the multi-sector (Impact and Green) SMEs in West Africa to generate empowerment and economic growth while creating a valuable social and environmental impact.

Following the company’s investment goals of balancing financial returns with social impact and environmental considerations, FRAGG uses both equity and debt instruments to target the clients’ financial needs through profitable investment products in a variety of sectors (agriculture/ food processing, inclusive finance, health and related services, affordable housing, climate finance (renewable energy, waste management/recycling). Additionally, FRAGG offers technical assistance in form of advisory and general business development services to SMEs aiming to improve their capacity to manage their businesses.

ABOUT THE JOB:

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Participating in the investment/credit committee.
Creating and analyzing financial models.
Analyzing historical and projected financial statements.
Preparing reports based on financial statements, financial models, project progress reports, and other information from portfolio or prospective client companies.
Designing and conducting due diligence.
Preparing documentation for FRAGG’s internal approvals.
Establishing and maintaining close relationships with client companies to enhance new business opportunities.
Participating in investments negotiations and assisting in transaction documentation.
Conducting industry and market research for business development.
Participating in the monitoring of existing investments.
Coordinating the activities of the investment officers and analysts.
Develop exit strategies and lead divestment processes –
Support the Investment Director with company and investor relations
Develop, interpret and update complex financial models for potential and current projects
Perform periodic project performance and credit review of investment as agreed with the
Investment Director

Qualifications:

Experience in Private Equity / Venture Capital firm, investment vehicle etc. (At least 3 years) with a track record in generation, execution and processing of investment private equity/venture capital deals, corporate finance, and/or structuring transactions.
Master’s or equivalent degree with specialization in finance, economics, accounting, business management and related fields.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and sound judgment to identify issues and present creative and practical solutions.
Solid foundation in accounting and financial model and analysis.
Demonstrated teamwork skills.
Strong client service orientation with an openness to feedback and new ideas.
Excellent presentation skills.
Fluency in writing and speech in English and French.
Knowledge of German is a special advantage.
Additional professional qualifications (e.g. CFA/ACA/ACCA, MBA, PMP etc.) will be an advantage.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates are invited to their applications to info@fragginvest.com with “Investment officer” in the subject line, including:

A letter of motivation/cover letter.
Detailed CV.
Summarized profile (one page).

FINANCIAL INCLUSION AND FINANCIAL EDUCATION SPECIALIST

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

The Swiss Capacity Building Facility (SCBF) is a public-private development partnership (PPDP) established in April 2011 to assist financial institutions such as insurance companies, microfinance banks, and savings and commercial banks, in significantly scaling up their outreach to poor people in developing countries.

ABOUT THE JOB:

To reinforce the SCBF’s operations in West Africa, the SCBF is recruiting a local Financial Inclusion and Financial Education Specialist in West Africa. The Financial Inclusion Specialist will support SCBF members and partners in designing high-quality interventions in the region, monitor and evaluate strategic interventions and contribute to the SCBF’s knowledge management functions.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Support the design of high-quality technical assistance proposals with a regional focus on West Africa in line with the thematic priorities of the SCBF.
Support SCBF in monitoring selected technical assistance interventions in the West Africa region.
Monitor, analyze and evaluate the performance of technical assistance projects of strategic importance in the region.
Contribute to the knowledge management function of the SCBF by drawing findings and conclusions from evaluation of these projects.
Represent the SCBF in West Africa.
Liaise with the Central Bank of West African States as well as the SDC offices in the region.
Various, including support of workshop organization in the region, inputs to SCBF final reports, partnership building, and other as requested.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will bring an excellent understanding of the financial inclusion sectors in West Africa and a strong regional network. She or he will have an excellent understanding of and a proven record in:

At least ten years in responsible financial inclusion, comprising inclusive banking and insurance, gender issues in financial inclusion, and social performance management of financial institutions.
Financial literacy training, responsible marketing, business and farmer management skills training, as well as client research.
Knowledge management and network facilitation.
Entire project management cycle.
Excellent proficiency in French and fluency (written and oral) in English are required. Local languages and Arabic are an asset.
Higher education in a preferred field of study: economics, development finance, business administration or other comparable field.
Motivated fast learner with a strong ability to work independently and maintain a consistent, high level of productivity.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates are invited to send their application to info@scbf.ch

FINANCIAL SERVICES MANAGER

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

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Tasks and Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Director

INVESTMENT OFFICER AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST (SENIOR)

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TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE MANAGER – PRIVATE SECTOR DEVELOPMENT

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ANALYST

INVESTMENT ANALYST

Profile

Company details

Offer

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SENIOR FINANCE OFFICER

Senior Finance Officer 32-40 hours a week

Your responsibilities:

Profile

Who you are:

Who we are:

Offer

You want to make a difference.

In addition to this we offer:

Interested?

INVESTMENT OFFICER

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Qualifications:

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FINANCIAL INCLUSION AND FINANCIAL EDUCATION SPECIALIST

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