Project Coordinator, Financial Inclusion

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The ideal candidate should have demonstrated experience in financial inclusion, microfinance, or agricultural finance programme implementation, with a strong understanding of how financial services can support underserved populations and small-scale enterprises. They should have a proven track record in developing and managing partnerships with banks, fintech companies, and insurance providers to expand access to inclusive financial products and services. Familiarity with digital finance ecosystems and financial technology tools is essential, particularly in leveraging digital platforms to improve efficiency, outreach, and financial service delivery.

In addition, the candidate should have practical experience managing financial inclusion platforms such as Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) and cooperatives, supporting their growth, governance, and sustainability. Experience in youth and women’s economic empowerment initiatives is highly desirable, particularly in programmes aimed at improving financial access and entrepreneurship opportunities. Prior experience working on donor-funded projects, including compliance with reporting requirements and financial accountability, will also be important for ensuring effective programme implementation and stakeholder confidence.

• Coordinate planning and execute the Financial Inclusion component of the programme in alignment with programme goals, budgets, and quality standards.
  
• Facilitate the design and rollout of inclusive financial products (e.g., youth-friendly credit, input financing, micro-insurance, and digital savings platforms).
  
• Coordinate the delivery of financial literacy and business management training to cooperatives, MSMEs, and youth entrepreneurs.
  
• Support development of de-risking mechanisms such as credit guarantees or blended finance schemes in collaboration with financial institutions.
  
• Promote integration of digital payment solutions and mobile money into agricultural value chain transactions.
  
• Track access to finance indicators (loans disbursed, repayment rates, insurance uptake, savings group performance, etc.) through digital monitoring systems.
  
• Strengthen financial governance within youth cooperatives to improve transparency, accountability, and creditworthiness.
  
• Build partnerships with commercial banks, microfinance institutions, fintech companies, and insurance providers to expand rural financial access.