Financial Inclusion Officer | Woldiya

Support high-quality financial inclusion programming in Ethiopia.

Mercy Corps Ethiopia

Programme & Policy Finance & Economy

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Support high-quality financial inclusion programming in Ethiopia.

You have:

A degree in Business, Economics, Development Studies, Program Management, or related Social Science fields.
At least 4 – 6 years of work experience in program management and coordination.
Experience in financial inclusion and digital financial services (DFS).
Experience in Sharia-compliant/Islamic finance product development (Murabaha, Musharaka, Takaful).
Experience in climate-responsive financial product design (input-linked loans, solar financing, livestock resilience packages).
Strong experience in VSLA operation and management, particularly in Oromia region.
Fluency in English & Amharic is required. Knowledge of respective local language: Afar, Afan Oromo, Somali, or Tigrigna is an advantage.
Willingness and ability to travel frequently to Mercy Corps project sites and field locations (40%-60% travel).

How have you previously integrated gender-responsive approaches in financial inclusion projects?	This question assesses your experience with gender issues in financial services.	Provide specific examples of strategies used to engage women and promote gender equality.
Describe a time you managed a successful partnership with financial institutions or other stakeholders.	This question explores your collaboration skills and experience in stakeholder relationships.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What market assessment tools have you used, and how did they influence your programming?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure consumer protection in financial service programs?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of a climate-responsive financial product you helped develop?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Tell us about a challenging experience you had while working in a diverse team.	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What is your experience with Village Savings and Loan Associations?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you prioritize activities under pressure?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.