FINCA International, one of the world's leading microfinance institutions, provides financial services to more than 950,000 clients through 21 wholly-owned and operated subsidiaries in Africa, Eurasia, Latin America and the Greater Middle East. FINCA International is currently looking for candidates for its new Credit Apprenticeship Program (CAP). This program will offer a unique opportunity for the candidate to enter into the microfinance sector as a loan officer in training. The duration of this program is 6 months, renewable until 9 months. This program requires 100% self-funding from the apprentice. FINCA encourages the candidates to seek funding from universities, foundations, etc. In addition, the apprentice will have to fund his /her return ticket to the country of assignment and to subscribe emergency evacuation insurance.
Ideal profile:
- Bachelor's required (economics, business, finance, or equivalent),
- Previous field experience in developing countries required, preferably in the region of assignment,
- Study/initial work experience in the microfinance, finance and/or development fields highly desirable,
- Strong commitment to microfinance,
- Availability and strong willingness to work in a developing country,
- Flexibility to work in varied environments,
- Teamwork skills and respect for cultural differences,
- Fluency in local language: Russian, Spanish, French, or Arabic and English required.
FINCA International Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
