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Tuesday, July 23, 2013

Post:Microfinance Junior Consultant(s)
Organization:PlaNet Finance China
Location:Beijing,China

Opportunity Type: Job
 About the Organization:
PlaNet Finance China (PFC) is the representative office in Beijing of the international NGO, PlaNet Finance. PFC is dedicated to poverty alleviation through the development of the Chinese microfinance industry. It provides technical assistance and consulting services to the microfinance and banking sector and engages in Microfinance Plus projects with a focus on issues such as rural development, healthcare, renewable energy, and job training.

Background:
PlaNet Finance is an international non-profit organization dedicated to the development of microfinance through the provision of technical assistance and consulting services to the microfinance and banking sector. PlaNet Finance develops and animates networks of MFIs, experts, and local actors in order to support the development of men and women professional projects.

About the Job:
PFC is seeking Microfinance Junior Consultant(s) to be staffed on to projects that are currently being implemented in consulting and technical assistance to Chinese banks and MFIs.

Tasks and Responsibilities:


  •     Exposure to consulting and technical assistance to banks and MFIs;
  •     Exposure to training bank/MFI staff, conducting risk assessments, developing microfinance lending methodologies, and setting up and developing microfinance operations of clients;
  •     Support the team in project tasks such as coordination, research, report writing, and translation of various documents (both, Chinese to English and English to Chinese);
  •     Provide support to local and international experts.

Qualifications:

  •     University degree, preferably in Economics, Finance, Accounting, or Business related field;
  •     Previous work experience of 1-2 years is preferable;
  •     Fluent Chinese (English fluency a plus, but not required);
  •     Flexibility and willingness to travel to deliver consulting assignments;
  •     Interest in poverty alleviation, microfinance, and China’s development;
  •     Highly analytical, responsible, motivated, and able to work independently;
  •     Communication skills and teamwork skills;
  •     Proficient in Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, and Excel.

             
Posted:
03 Jun 2013
Closing Date: 30 Sep 2013

How to Apply:


http://www.microfinancegateway.org/p/site/m//template.rc/1.11.191105
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