I. Job Description:

About the organization:

Background:

About the job:

II. Tasks and Responsibilities:

a)       Supervise technical team(12 staffs R&D, technical support and implementation) based in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

• Streamline and optimise development process and environment (tools, servers, etc.);Responsible of the definition and implementation of the software development strategy to sustain Octopus project development;
• Rationalise specifications from clients and share them to development team;
• Supervise help desk;
• Link with external partners (developers, IT consultants, software and IT companies)

b)       Liaise with commercial teams (5 staff), based in Paris, Dakar and Accra, to assess clients’ technical environment and needs;

c)       Prepare technical documentation for commercial purpose (call for tender, communication with partners);

d)       Financial reporting, management of Bishkekoffice;

III. Qualifications and skills required:

• Equivalent master’s degree in project management and MIS
• 5 years of experience in IT sphere required, with application development and platform management knowledge;
• 5 years of international development / experience in high level positions with successful management experience. Proven track record of achievement under a range of challenging situations desired.
• A skilled leader with very strong technical, analytical, and business skills. Excellent team builder, outstanding communication skills, organized, pragmatic, result oriented, ability to work independently in different countries with adaptation skills;
• Knowledge of microfinance MIS, Core Banking Softwares and accounting practices highly desired;
• Fluency in Englishis a prerequisite. Russian& French, a plus;
• Knowledge of the context of developing countries

• Experience with software development process (Agile methodology);
• Knowledge of Atlassian suite (JIRA, Confluence, Bamboo, etc.);
• Strong understanding of Microsoft tools of developments (.Net framework, C#);
• Strong understanding of network and servers (linux, Windows, IIS, RDP, apache, etc.);
• Experience with SQL Server and business intelligence tools (Pentaho, Crystal Reports, etc.);

• Competitive remuneration according to profile and experience;
• Benefits: Medical and life insurance, accommodation, food and travel expenses covered;
• Eligible to VIE contract would be a plus;

V. To apply:

Contact persons:

Giulio Tamacoldi / Yoann Guirimand

15 rue Godot de Mauroy

75009 Paris

France

About the Group:

The OXUS Group is a global network of Microfinance Institutions created by ACTED, a leading international NGO operating in 30 countries. The OXUS Group’s mandate is to improving the lives of its clients. Our 600 committed staff members strive to provide adapted and socially oriented financial services to populations who are often excluded from the traditional banking system. The OXUS Group is present in Central Asia and in Africa. The Group has its headquarters, OXUS Development Network (ODN), in Paris.

About the job:

Over the coming years, the OXUS Group is planning to expand to several new countries. Thus, the Group intends to recruit a number of Chief Executive Officers (CEOs), to bring capacities and expertise to its missions. The CEOs will be the Managing Directors of the Group subsidiaries and will report to the Board of Directors and to ODN. They will be responsible for the overall management of the Microfinance Institution, including operational and financial performance, human resources and the development of its institutional capacities.

To apply:

Interested candidates should send their application by email with reference OXUS CEO to: M. Giulio TAMACOLDI OXUS Development Network, France Email: jobs@oxusnetwork.org

Location: Democratic Republic of Congo, Kinshasa with frequent travel to the regional branches

Duration: 3 years assignment

Starting Date: asap

I. Job Description:

About the organization OXUS DRC is a greenfield Microfinance Institution (MFI), part of the OXUS Group, a global network of MFIs.  The OXUS Group has been created in 2005 by ACTED, a leading international NGO operating in 30 countries. The OXUS Group provides microfinance services to around 20,000 clients in Afghanistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan with a total loan portfolio of US$ 20.00 million and a total workforce of c. 600 employees. The OXUS Group is developing its activities in Sub-Saharan Africa and in Asia.

OXUS Development Network (ODN), the services company set up by the OXUS Group provides technical assistance and consulting services to OXUS MFIs and ACTED’s various microfinance initiatives. ODN also provides microfinance expertise to other partners (MFIs, networks, investors ). ODN is based in Paris, France.

About the job Based in Kinshasa, the incumbent will be the Chief Executive Officer of the subsidiary and will report to the Board of Directors. He/she will be in charge of the overall management of the Microfinance Institution, including operational and financial performance, human resources and the development of its institutional capacity.

II. Responsibilities:

Key areas of responsibilities

• Be accountable for the results of the institution;
• Provide clear leadership and direction to the institution, by implementing the business and action plan and achieving them based on a strategic planning approved by the Board of Directors;
• Ensure that all aspects of the institution’s activities obtain maximum profits in the best interest of customers, employees, shareholders, and the public;
• Recruit, retain and develop the talent needed to accomplish high performance standards;
• Set up new operational systems and procedures and strengthen the existing ones where necessary.

Under the supervision of the OXUS Board of Directors and the OXUS Group Management Team, the CEO will be responsible for achieving the following objectives and will have the following responsibilities:

• Implement a 5 year strategic management focusing on the long term sustainability, profitability, productivity of the organization as well as its transformation into a depository taking microfinance institution, and translate the Business Plan designed by Board into an effective action;
• Generate employee commitment, setting the performance standards required to achieve the short and long term objective and goals;
• Set financial and operational performance targets for all operations in the areas of outreach, sustainability, credit management, portfolio quality activities, human resources, administration, marketing, product development, fundraising and business development activities, and branch performance to ensure solid development in the local market;
• Ensure that all development of the institution’s activities comply with the local regulations and laws.

HR performance and talent management

Oversee and support the development and implementation of effective HR policies and procedures for recruitment, training and talent development;

• Recruit qualified and competent employees;
• Establish an effective and competent participatory management style;
• Motivate all staff to excel in the quality of service they provide and to work effectively in team;
• Evaluate, appraise and give clear feedback to employees to support their development and improve their performance;
• Promote equal opportunity of employment with a strong focus on gender issues.

Transparency and internal control

• Hold responsibility for the implementation of high standards of internal control and procedures in order to safeguard the institution’s operations, assets and data;
• Ensure that internal audit procedures are respected, facilitate the work of external and internal auditors and be responsible for the implementation of their recommendations;
• Develop systems and mechanisms for delivering timely and accurate reporting to the Board of Directors, ODN management in Paris and Governance Bodies of the OXUS Group;
• Disclose risks and threats to the institution as soon as these become apparent;
• Oversee and work closely with the CFO to ensure timely and accurate financial management.

Communication, external affairs and corporate image

• Act as the principal representative of the institution with government agencies, donors, other companies and the media;
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with the relevant regulatory bodies, government officials, microfinance and banking industry leaders;
• Establish reliable networking mechanisms through which the institution can predict the medium and long term changes in the political, social, economic, legislative and market environment;
• Liaise with strategic partners to raise funds (debt, grant or capital), maintain relationships and build new partnerships.

III. Qualifications and skills required:

• A master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance or Economics;
• 5 to 10 years experience in microfinance, commercial banking or in the financial sector;
• Extensive and proven track record in financial institution administration, operations and procedures;
• At least 2 years of management experience, ideally in a post conflict context;
• Experience in financial planning, management, analysis of financial institutions;
• Experience with investor/donors relations and funding negotiations;
• Financial analysis, risk management and HR management experience;
• Advanced computer skills;
• Fluency in French and English required with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent analytical, communication and interpersonal skills, and experience in people management;
• Ability to work in a challenging environment with poor infrastructure and human capacities and difficult security conditions;
• Highly motivated with a strong interest in development and social issues.

IV. Conditions:

• Competitive remuneration according to profile and experience;
• Benefits: Medical and life insurance, accommodation, food and travel expenses covered;
• Living and security conditions: further information available during the interview process.

V. To apply:

Interested candidates should send their application by email with reference OXUS CEO / ORC to:

Location: Paris, France

Duration: 6 months

Starting Date: 2012

I. Job Description:

II. Responsibilities:

• Identify countries which could be investment targets for Oxus;
• Prepare investment proposals: analysis of the financial sector and the microfinance industry, analysis of the legal and regulatory framework, preparation of business plans including technical assistance plans, identification of potential investors/donors to complete shareholding structure, application for grant funding to finance technical assistance and training programs during the initial creation and development phase of the MFIs;
• Provide support during negotiations with investors and the investment process in close contact with the various counsels (legal, tax, notary, …);
• Provide support during the pre-operational phase during registration and launching of operations in new countries;
• Prepare, coordinate and/or perform feasibility studies and various assessments;
• Provide support for the development of Oxus Group business plan and strategy; provide support for Oxus Group fundraising;
• Monitors technical assistance grants and liaise with donors/investors
• Provide support for the development and implementation of the SAMN Investment Facilitation Initiative.

• Master’s degree or equivalent from business school, engineering school or university;
• Strong analytical skills;
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Creativity and flexibility;
• Capacity and willingness to learn new skills quickly;
• Strong interest in development issues;
• Fluency in English and French is a prerequisite.

• Internship
• Duration : 6 months
• 436 EUR monthly + tickets restaurants

Location: Paris, France

Duration: 6 months

Starting Date: 2012

I. Job Description:

II. Responsibilities:

• Oversee the efficiency, relevance and growth of Oxus operations worldwide;
• Oversee the preparation and development of subsidiary business plans;
• Provides technical assistance to subsidiaries in their strategy implementation and operations;
• Drive performance measures for the measurement of operations performance;
• Harmonize procedures and policies and capitalize on best practices;
• Provides technical backstopping on all matters related to operations;
• Promotes the implementation of new products and services;
• Support OXUS subsidiaries in their transformation plan;
• Defines a training and technical assistance plan;
• Oversee the technical assistance plan is implemented and ensures deliverables are being met on time and in compliance with quality standards;
• Provide support during the pre-operational phase during registration and launching of operations in new countries.

• Master’s degree or equivalent from business school, engineering school or university;
• Strong analytical skills;
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Creativity and flexibility;
• Capacity and willingness to learn new skills quickly;
• Strong interest in development issues;
• Fluency in English and French is a prerequisite.

• Internship
• 6 months
• 436 EUR monthly + tickets restaurants

Please submit an application letter together with a detailed CV, in French or English, highlighting (1) relevant experience, proven skills, and (2) references to the following mail: jobs@oxusnetwork.org   

I. Contexte:

II. Mission:

1. Relation client : La stagiaire sera chargé de traiter l’ensemble des demandes spécifiques d’utilisateurs finaux ou de revendeurs locaux, d’être l’interlocuteur entre les clients et l’équipe technique d’Octopus et d’assurer le suivi de la relation client. Il sera en contact chaque mois avec une cinquantaine de clients (une trentaine de pays).
2. Prospection : Il devra également effectuer une prospection active auprès des Institutions de Microfiunance (démarchage client, réponse aux appels d’offres, démonstrations du logiciel). Ces démarches commerciales s’accompagnent de veilles et analyses concurrentielles et d’études de marchés sur les pays stratégiques.
3. Suivi du réseau de revendeur locaux : Octopus se base sur un réseau de revendeurs locaux dans une cinquantiane de pays : le stagiaire sera en charge du développement et de l’animation du réseau de revendeurs locaux et du suivi de leur activité.
4. Communication : le stagiaire devra développer et alimenter régulièrement les outils de communication (publicité, participation à des forums sur la microfinance, présence Web), ainsi qu’animer  la communauté d’utilisateurs via le forum et le blog d’Octopus, les réseaux sociaux, les social media et la news letter.

1. Elearning : actuellement Octopus assure une présence web « grand public » grâce à son site institutionnel www.octopusnetwork.org, son compte Twitter, ses pages Facebook, Viadeo et Linkedin. Les informations spécialisées (pour les développeurs, les revendeurs) sont partagées sur le wiki (documentation en-ligne) et une plateforme de développement.
2. L’objectif est de compléter ce dispositif par une plateforme e-learning en lien avec les guides d’installation et d’utilisation (actuellement sur le wiki). Le stagiaire sera en charge de l’ensemble du projet : conception, développement, production des contenus pédagogiques, mise en ligne, référencement, génération de trafic.
3. Le stagiaire devra également parciper au test du logiciel et sera responsable de la mise à jour de la documentation en ligne (guide d’installation et guide d’utilisateur) en anglais et français.

• Etudiant à fort profil force de vente / proactif commercialement: école de commerce / master de gestion option Marketing ou étudiant en école d’ingénieur avec une forte sensibilité « développeur d’affaire ». (expérience en junior-entreprise serait un plus). Le candidat idéal a un minimum de culture marketing, mais peut être formé: l’important, c’est son énergie pour prospecter.
• Bilingue anglais : capacité à rédiger des manuels techniques et des outils de formation en français et en anglais. Capacité à répondre par téléphone de manière professionnelle à des demandes commerciales en anglais
• Intérêt pour le secteur de la microfinance et du Social Business. une première expérience en microfinance et/ou dans un pays en développement serait un plus.
• Connaissances e-marketing / e-reputation / monétisation de site web / Réseaux sociaux / Google Analytics. Développement de sites web et connaissance de WordPress serait un « plus ».
• Motivation et très forte autonomie.
• Sens des responsabilités.
• Communication et organisation.

• Stage sur Paris
• 6 mois minimum, avec possibles missions terrain (Afrique, Asie) à l’issue des 6 mois
• 436 EUR / mois + tickets restaurants sur Paris

• Develop the outreach of the microfinance institution;
• Control the quality of the portfolio;
• Provide adequate training to employees;
• Set up new operational procedures and strengthen the existing ones where necessary.

• Implement a 5 year strategic plan focusing on increasing the outreach of the microfinance institution through the opening of new branches, growth of the existing branches and development of new credit products;
• Lead the process to offer deposit taking services to client;
• Develop new value added services like microinsurance, mobile services etc.

• Supervise the Regional Managers, Branch Managers and Loan Officers and provide them with adequate support to make sure that collections are always on time and that the quality of the portfolio remains over requirements;
• Lead the delinquency management strategy, including legal actions against customers and employee when appropriate.

• Recruit qualified and competent operational employees;
• Provide effective training to Regional Managers, Branch Managers, Loan Administrators and Loan Officers based on international best practices;
• [Set-up an effective training department with well trained and pedagogical local trainers.]

• Continuously improve the credit procedures of the institution;
• In link with OXUS Group management and internal control department, prepare new procedures when launching new loan products or other services.

• A master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance or Economics;
• A minimum of 3 years experience in microfinance;
• Extensive and proven track record in financial institution administration, operations and procedures;
• At least 2 years of management experience, ideally in a post conflict context;
• Advanced computer skills and proficient in MS Office Suite;
• Fluency in French and English with strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Excellent analytical, communication and interpersonal skills, and experience in people management;
• Ability to work in a challenging environment with poor infrastructure and human capacities and difficult security conditions;
• Highly motivated with a strong interest in development and social issues.

• Competitive remuneration according to profile and experience;
• Benefits: Medical and life insurance, accommodation, food and travel expenses covered;
• Living and security conditions: further information available during the interview process.

Convergences 2015, appuyée par un large collectif de partenaires, a lancé l’«Appel de Paris pour une microfinance responsable». En réponse à la commercialisation excessive de la microfinance et aux dérives qu’elle a entraînées, cet Appel de Paris réaffirme le rôle de la microfinance comme outil au service du développement et de l’inclusion financière, rappelle les valeurs éthiques et l’orientation sociale qui doivent inspirer tous les acteurs du secteur et propose de faire converger les initiatives d’auto-régulation et de réglementations vers un socle de principes et de règles permettant de qualifier une microfinance responsable et de restaurer la confiance du public.

Si, comme nous, vous soutenez les Objectifs du Millénaire pour le Développement et la microfinance comme un outil puissant de développement économique et de réduction de la pauvreté, signez « l’Appel de Paris pour une microfinance responsable » sur le site www.appeldeparis.org.