Overview
POSITION DESCRIPTION – KIMS MICROFINANCE
Position Title: Regional Manager
Location: Mogadishu
About the Company:
KIMS Microfinance is a leading microfinance organization with a tradition of excellence in supporting Somali people. The head quarter of KIMS Microfinance is in Hargiesa. KIMS Microfinance has branches in Hargiesa, Mogadisho, Borama, Kismayo, Bosaso, Baladweyn, Burco, Las’anod and Af-madaw. KIMS Microfinance has business relation with local and international financial institutions and business organizations.
Position Summary
The Regional Manager is responsible for all branch operations within his region. He/she supervises all staff within his/her region with Branch Managers reporting into him. S/She shall oversee all field operation activities within his region including setting up of the branches, meeting the business plan targets, be responsible for growth and management of the loan portfolio; s/he will establish operations; and ensure portfolio quality and growth for long-term sustainability and profitability of the institution and acting as KIM’s representative at the Regional level. He/she is responsible to ensure overall Regional performance and profitability and reports to the Operations Manager
- Required Skills And Qualifications
Minimum | Desirable | |
Educational Level | Post graduate Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Economics or Islamic finance | |
Professional qualifications | Degree in Administration or other post graduate (project) management course | Post graduate degree in business related field |
Length of relevant experience | 3-5 years in microfinance | 6 years in microfinance development |
development and 2 years as credit programme supervisor | and 4 years in credit programme administration | |
Other attributes/qualities | ü Ability to lead a large team ü Good analytical skills ü Energetic, enthusiastic, sales-driven ü Honesty & integrity ü Good communication & interpersonal skills ü Ability to multi-task and manage overall operations ü Good Networking Skills ü Fluency in English and Somali ü Knowledge of basic computing required ü Ability make independent decisions when circumstances warrant ü Capacity to understand and be true to KIMS mission and |
Special Requirements
- Annual leave must be taken at a time which accommodates the peak workflows of KIMS.
- As KIMS Microfinance offices are located over several cities, staff may be required to travel to, or work from, other cities as required.
How to Apply
If you meet the requirements as specified above, please email your application letter accompanied with a detailed CV in PDF format clearly indicating your current position, current and expected remuneration to the following email address hrm@kimsmfi.com. Closure of the application 30 March 2020. Submission must be received by specified application deadline. Please note, KIMS is an equal chance employer