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

  1. Required Skills And Qualifications
 MinimumDesirable
Educational LevelPost graduate Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Economics or Islamic finance
Professional qualificationsDegree in Administration or other post graduate (project) management coursePost graduate degree in business related field
Length of relevant experience3-5 years in microfinance6 years in microfinance development
 development and 2 years as credit programme supervisorand 4 years in credit programme administration
Other attributes/qualitiesü  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