The Microfinance Manager,based in Kabul,Afghanistan will be responsible for the set up and management of a new microfinance project that seeks to provide financial services (savings mobilization and access to credit) to economically vulnerable women. The project seeks to target over 7,000 women both in Kabul City and one rural district over three years. Many of the program’s clients will be vulnerable widows who have been involved in a food distribution and vocational training program operated by CARE. The microfinance activities have begun on a pilot basis with private funding. However a larger project has been submitted to the World Bank’s MISFA facility and it looks very likely that it will be funded. The position is being offered for one year to 18 months with handover to a national manager. Requirements include; bachelors degree in Economics, Finance,Accounting,or International Development. At least 5 years experience in the planning, design and management of microfinance programs, particularly for extremely vulnerable women Strong financial management or banking experience. 5 years experience in operating microfinance programs or institutions in South and/or Central Asia. 2-5 experience in development of microfinance institutions.2-5 Experience in operating microfinance programs in an Islamic context. Familiarity with Islamic banking apply through our website, – careusa – carrers.
