Vacancy: Client Service Manager (Branch Manager) - Kumasi

Company Profile

VisionFund Ghana is a subsidiary of VisionFund International, the parent company of a network of 28 microfinance institutions operating in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe. VisionFund International is a wholly owned subsidiary of World Vision International, a Christian relief, development and advocacy organization. Working together, we provide the foundation for local economies to flourish in healthy and safe communities.

Job Description

Purpose

To provide leadership to a team of branch staff to deliver social and business ‘objectives of the branch

Key Responsibilities

• To provide effective leadership for the day-to-day activities of the branch.                                 


• To ensure operational policies/systems are adhered to and adequately implemented.


• To ensure effective training programs are conducted for staff to strengthen and update their skills in microfinance administration.


• To ensure that the branch is profitable at all times and achieves all impact targets.


• To submit monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, portfolio and impact reports of the branch.

Required Skills or Experience

• Bachelor University Degree preferably in Business with emphasis in MicroFinance/Development Finance or knowledge of specialized principles or techniques equivalent to those that would normally be obtained through a college/university academic program or in-depth specialized training program directly related to the work to be performed.


• 2 years’ experience in a Regional/Area Management position


• 5 years’ experience within a Financial Institution.


• Must have good business development skills and relate well with people from diverse backgrounds


• Must have a good knowledge in microfinance methodologies, products and services


• Must be very conversant with VF Ghana’s core objectives and business model


• Must be dynamic, innovative and self-motivated


• Must be willing and able to work effectively under pressure and be goal oriented


• Must have strong organisational abilities


• Must be a practicing Christian