Deputy Chief Executive Officer - Operations is responsible for credit appraisal, credit provision, portfolio management and engineering activities; Branch Operations, Resource Mobilization and E-Banking Operations of the Institution..

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

•    Planning, organizing, coordinating and supervising the credit services, portfolio management, engineering services, Resource Mobilization and E-Banking Operations of the Institution;

•    Planning, directing, organizing and executing the operation of the business operation of the Institution;

•    Ensuring the effective implementation of policies and  procedures  at all levels of operation;

•    Ensure profitability and sustainability of the business operation of the institution;

•    Monitor and follow-up the performance of Regional offices;

•    Provide strategic leadership for the entire management team working in the office;

Job Requirements

Qualification, Skill and Experience:

•    MA/MBA/BA Degree in Accounting, Economics, Management or related fields.

•    A minimum of 11/13 years of relevant work experience, out of which 5 years in senior managerial position, preferably in MFI/Banks.

TECHNICAL AND OTHER SKILLS

•    Ability to provide leadership, communicate effectively, and promote a team approach to enhance staff commitment to successfully implement the Company’s Strategic Plan;

•    Demonstrated technical and managerial ability, sound judgment, conceptual understanding of participatory approach and sustainable development;

•    Good understanding of MF industry and technology

•    Determined personality with initiative, perseverance and the ability to motivate and manage a team

•    Capability and willingness to take responsibility and highly developed sense of integrity

•    Proficiency in Microsoft and experience of microfin (preferred).

•    Good knowledge in economic and financial topics 

•    Be a good trainer, facilitator, mentor, and coach

•    Very good communication (presentation) skills

Terms of employment: Permanent

Salary & Benefits:    Negotiable and attractive salary. The Institution has also attractive   benefit packages for the position including Institution’s car with adequate fuel allowance.

Closing Date:  June 25, 2024

How to Apply

Candidates who fulfill the above requirements can send the application letter, updated curriculum vitae with names and addresses of up to 3 references and non-returnable copies of credentials to VFE_Vacancy@wvi.org or in person to VF MFI SC Head Office located Gerji Mebrat Haile.

              Women applicants are highly encouraged to apply!

Note: -   Only short listed candidates will be contacted for subsequent assessment