Required Skills and Experience
Education:
- Advanced University degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, or related field is required OR a first-level university degree (Bachelor’s degree) in the areas mentioned above, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree
Experience, Knowledge and Skills:
- Minimum 7 years of relevant experience or 9 years (with bachelor’s degree) in managing financial inclusion, access to finance, investment programs or similar initiatives. This includes overseeing projects that aim to expand access to financial services and catalyze investments, promote financial literacy, or enhance the capacity of financial institutions and digital transformation.
- Experience in engaging and collaborating with diverse stakeholders at a high level, including government agencies, donors, financial institutions, NGOs, community groups, and beneficiaries.
- Knowledge of the regulatory framework governing financial services in Africa or LDCs is required. This includes an understanding of regulations related to microfinance, banking, and consumer protection.
- Experience in development programmes in Africa is advantageous .
- Experience/understanding of UNDP/UNCDF policies, programming frameworks and procedures is advantageous.
- Experience in the use of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.), database packages, and web-based management systems such as ERP (Quantum).
Language requirements (Required / Desired)
- Fluency in written and spoken English (required).
- Knowledge of another UN language is an asset.
Please note that continuance of appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period.
