Enhancing Financial Innovation & Access (EFInA) Recruiting Various Positions

<BODY readability="0"><P>Enhancing Financial Innovation & Access (EFInA) is a financial sector development organisation working to promote financial inclusion in Nigeria. Established in late 2007, EFInA's vision is to be the leader in facilitating an all-inclusive and growth-promoting financial system. EFInA is funded by the UK Government's Department for International Development (DFID) and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.</P><P>EFInA is seeking to recruit dynamic, strategic, and committed individuals to newly defined roles to build on its current achievements and accelerate the impact of financial inclusion in Nigeria. EFInA is a rapidly growing organisation with considerable influence in the financial sector. Employment with EFInA offers an exceptional and challenging opportunity for the right candidates.</P><P><STRONG>Various Positions</STRONG></P><P><STRONG>Available Positions</STRONG></P>Head of ProgrammesHead of Knowledge and EvidenceHead of Innovation FundingChief Operating OfficerProgramme Manager - PaymentsProgramme Manager - Agent NetworksHR and Administration ManagerCommunications OfficerResearch OfficerExecuti<STRONG>ve Assistant to CEO</STRONG><P><STRONG>ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES AND CAPABILITIES</STRONG></P>Successful applicants will have a strong strategic focus and be results-driven, innovative and committed to high standards of performance.They will be highly adaptable, creative, and used to delivering results in a dynamic and fluid workingenvironment.They will be able to leverage their experience to rapidly assume a wide range of responsibilities and make decisive and tangible contributions to EFInA as soon as they join the organisation.Applicants must be comfortable negotiating change, taking responsibility, and making complex strategic and operational decisions.Applicants must demonstrate integrity and high personal ethical standards; be highly numerate, analytical and detail-focused; and be strongly committed to financial inclusion.<P><STRONG>Method of Application</STRONG></P><P>All roles are based in lagos, Nigeria. For full role descriptions and required qualifications and experience, please visit <a href="http://www.efina.org.ng/careers" target="_blank"><STRONG>www.efina.org.ng/careers</STRONG></A></P><P>To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to <STRONG>efina@creativemetier.com</STRONG> by 31st May, 2014, ensuring that you state which role you are applying for arid where you saw this advertisement. EFInA is an equal opportunity employer.</P>

Enhancing Financial Innovation &amp; Access (EFInA) Recruiting Various Positions

Enhancing Financial Innovation & Access (EFInA) is a financial sector development organisation working to promote financial inclusion i...

Read more »

EFInA Nigeria: Operations Manager

<BR><P>Posted on Mon 18th Oct, 2010 - hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)</P><P><img alt="Share/Bookmark" border="0" height="24" src="/sharesave25624.png" width="256"> </P><P><img alt="EFInA Nigeria: Operations Manager" border="1" height="34" src="/ngo.jpg" width="60"> Enhancing Financial Innovation & Access (EFInA) is recruiting for Operations Manager.</P><P>We are an independent, professional non-profit company established in 2008 that supports innovation in order to create better access to formal fmancial' services and a more inclusive financial sector in Nigeria. </P><P><STRONG>We focus on three key area: </STRONG>Creating and disseminating credible market information on the Nigerian financial sectorSupporting projects which will augment the development of Innovative Inclusive Financial Services for the unbanked and under-banked through our Innovation FundEngaging in policy related advocacy and catalyzing the banking industry to promote financial inclusionTo complement our existing team qf professionals, we are seeking to fill the following vacancies: <P><STRONG>Job Title: Operations Manager</STRONG></P><P><STRONG>Required Experience: </STRONG><BR>A minimum of 7 (seven) years experience in Admin, Financial and HR (operations) within a structured corporate organisation. Experience of donor funded operations in an international environment is an advantage.<BR><STRONG>Job Responsibilities:</STRONG><BR>The main focus of the job is to manage all administrative related functions for the company and ensure maximum efficiency across the company's operations. Reporting to the CEO, the Operations Manager will be responsible for: Operations and Office Managment, Planning, analysing and organising office operations to ensure maximum efficiency enabling EFInA to meet its deadlines, within budget and to our high quality standards-Reviewing and implementing new operational systems and processes, including reporting and filing systemsDeveloping and implementing an efficient project monitoring and reporting system for all projects to ensure compliance with overall objectives and deadlinesManaging our human resource supervision, including staff training, recruitment and facilitating team building session<STRONG>Admin and finance</STRONG> Compiling quarerly worK plans tor all employees.Supervising the EFInA finance and admm tean1 to ensure maximum operational effectivenessManaging procurement and renewing contracts with suppliers and contractors for specialized operational services (office and equipment maintenance, leT, insurance, utility companies, etc.)Managing financial systems, including implementing a standardized expense claims process, ensuring that EFInA's financial policies, procedures and controls are aligned with the donors requirements and providing assistance during annual audits, in conjunction with the Finance Department<STRONG>Key Qualifications and Skills required: </STRONG>A degree in Business Administration, Management, Fmance, Economics or related field is requiredA Masters degree or similar professional certification will be an added advantageAt least seven years working experience in finance, procurement and administration, preferably in an international environmentFully conversant with policies, procedures and regulations of donor-funded progratnmesProficient in Microsoft program') (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Access, Project)Familiarity with the accounting reporting software Tally 9 will be an advantageExcellentconununication(verbal and written)Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to multitask at1d work independently towards meeting tight deadlines within a multi-cultural team Self starter with an enterprising attitude who is able to motivate a teamHigh ethical standards<STRONG>Application Deadline</STRONG><BR>29th October, 2010 <P><STRONG>Method of Application</STRONG><BR>Qualified candidates should email a cover letter explaining their suitability for the relevant position, CV and. three references to <STRONG>cvs@senceworld.com</STRONG>  by 5 pm on 29 October 2010. Kindly state the title of the job you are applying for in the subject of your emaIl. </P>Tags: EFInA Nigeria vacancies, Operations Manager job,

EFInA Nigeria: Operations Manager

Posted on Mon 18th Oct, 2010 - hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments) Enhancing Financial Innovation & Access (EFInA) is recruiting fo...

Read more »

EFInA Nigeria: Communications Officer

<BR><P>Posted on Mon 18th Oct, 2010 - hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)</P><P><img alt="Share/Bookmark" border="0" height="24" src="/sharesave25624.png" width="256"> </P><P><img alt="EFInA Nigeria: Communications Officer " border="1" height="34" src="/ngo.jpg" width="60"> Enhancing Financial Innovation & Access (EFInA) is recruiting for Operations Manager.</P><P>We are an independent, professional non-profit company established in 2008 that supports innovation in order to create better access to formal fmancial' services and a more inclusive financial sector in Nigeria. </P><P><STRONG>We focus on three key area: </STRONG>Creating and disseminating credible market information on the Nigerian financial sectorSupporting projects which will augment the development of Innovative Inclusive Financial Services for the unbanked and under-banked through our Innovation FundEngaging in policy related advocacy and catalyzing the banking industry to promote financial inclusionTo complement our existing team qf professionals, we are seeking to fill the following vacancies: <P><STRONG>Job Title: Communications Officer</STRONG></P><P><STRONG>Required Experience: </STRONG><BR>A minimum of five (5) years experience in communication and information management, journalism/publishing, marketing and/or PR, preferably in a corporate environment. Prior experience in the financial sector will be an advantage.<BR><STRONG>Job Responsibilities:</STRONG><BR>The main focus of this job is to provide assistance in developing EFInA's PR strategy, to increase brand and product awareness and creatively design and disseminate our research and other information on EFInA's activities to key stakeholders in the fmancial sector. The Communications Officer will also act as EFInA's internal editor for all research, publications and reports. Reporting to the CEO and working closely with the Programme Manager and Policy Specialist, the Communications Officer will: Liaise with EFInA's appointed PR agency to ensure the successful implementation of the EFInAbranding and conumUIications strategyPlan, design, implement and follow-up on PR and communications campaigns on EFInA's Innovation Fora and workshopsMaintain and further develop EFInA's databank of industry contacts, associations and partnersDevelop and manage the directory of consultants for specialised financial sector innovationRegularly updata EFInA’s websitePrepare and regularly update a presentation pack for dissemmatlOn at external workshops and conferencesAnalvse and interpret complex research data generated by EFInA for indu;try specialists as well as forthc general publicOccasionally participate in EFlnAresearce activities, surveys, etc.Act as the EFlnA internal editor and qualIty controller, reviewmg lay-out and proof-reading all reports, publications and documents to meet our high quality standardsProvide support to colleagues on all PR related activities<STRONG>Key Qualifications and Skills required: </STRONG>A degree in English, Finance, Journalism Social sciences or. related field and impeccable mastery of the EnglIsh language (readmg and summarising, creative writmg, formulation, interpretation) is required  Aaster's degree orrelevant professional certification will be an added<BR>advantageAt least five years of working experience in communication, information management, journalism/publishing, marketing and/or PR, preferably in a corporate environment .Proven ability to skilfully develop and manage relatIOnshIps WIth a diverse audienceGood knowledge of media tools and basic research conceptsExcellent inter-personal and organizational skills, able to work independently and error-free towards short deadlines in a fast-paced' environmentSelf-driven, creative and very organised individual who is able to prioritise tasks to ensure high-quality deliverables for different stakeholdersExcellent platming, organisational and time- management skillsGood decision making capacity and interpersonal skills<BR>High ethical statldards <STRONG>Application Deadline</STRONG><BR>29th October, 2010 <P><STRONG>Method of Application</STRONG><BR>Qualified candidates should email a cover letter explaining their suitability for the relevant position, CV and. three references to <STRONG>cvs@senceworld.com</STRONG>  by 5 pm on 29 October 2010. Kindly state the title of the job you are applying for in the subject of your emaIl.</P>Tags: EFInA Nigeria, Communications Officer,

EFInA Nigeria: Communications Officer

Posted on Mon 18th Oct, 2010 - hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments) Enhancing Financial Innovation & Access (EFInA) is recruiting fo...

Read more »