Job Responsibilities:
* Perform diagnostic analysis of agricultural lending operations in partner financial institutions across Africa.
* Advise and assist partner financial institutions in adopting best practices for lending to rural micro-entrepreneurs, agribusinesses, and farmers.
* Develop strategic plans to enhance agricultural lending operations within African financial institutions.
* Establish and implement effective agricultural lending schemes and policies.
* Assess training needs and deliver staff training on agricultural lending-related topics.
Requirements:
* Prior experience in banking or microfinance institutions, with a focus on agricultural lending.
* International work experience is mandatory.
* Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex data.
* Strategic management and business planning expertise.
* Previous experience as a team leader is an asset.
* Fluency in English and French is required; Arabic language skills are a plus.
* Experience in staff training within financial organizations.
* Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Banking, or a related field.
The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop and implement effective solutions. A deep understanding of agricultural lending operations and market trends in Africa is essential. Fluency in multiple languages will facilitate collaboration with partners and stakeholders across the continent.