Microfinance Savings Coordinator, Philippines

Habitat for Humanity International is a non-profit organization. The purpose and goal of the organization is to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness from the world and to make decent shelter a matter of conscience and action. It invites people of all backgrounds races and religions to build houses in partnership with families in need. Habitat for Humanity is a global non-profit ministry where our employees build futures and lives.

About the Job: 
Habitat for Humanity International is seeking a Microfinance Savings Coordinator to be based out of its Asia/Pacific area office located in Manila. S/he will provide technical support and oversight of a grant to pilot and study commitment savings for home improvement for an exciting new microsavings program in several key selected countries.

Tasks and Responsibilities: 

• Support the identification of pilot project locations for implementation and roll-out;
• Vet potential partner savings institutions, negotiate and finalize agreements;
• Educate local partners on market research and product development;
• Provide support to national organizations to develop financial education and housing support service offerings;
• Partner with national organizations to launch new products.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor degree in Economics, Business, Finance, and International Development focus a major plus;
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in housing finance, microfinance or similar disciplines;
• Demonstrate significant experience developing/managing savings products;
• Experience in the housing arena;
• Exhibit fluency in both written and spoken English.

Closing Date: 31 Mar 2013

How to Apply:
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Contact:
Noah Benjamin

270 Peachtree Street, NW, Suite 1300
Atlanta
GA
30303
United States