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Job Summary:
Working under a contract with ACCION Amazonia, the incumbent will hold the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) position of a non-deposit taking Microfinance Institution located in Manaus, Brazil. S/he will be responsible for the implementation of a microfinance institution and managing the growth of the organization with support from a team of external consultant, while establishing it as a self-sustainable, profitable organization. S/he needs to be a dynamic self-starter capable of energizing his or her staff providing strong leadership.
Key Areas of Responsibility:
1.Be directly responsible for the launch , consolidation and performance of the new institution;
2.Be the legal Representative of the institution with main responsibility with dealing with regulators and other Government agents and institutions
3.Report regularly to the Board of Directors of the Brazilian MFI and to the Global Programs Department of ACCION International as required
4.Provide clear leadership and direction to the organization, by implementing the business and action plans and achieving them based on strategic planning approved by the board;
5.Ensure that all aspects of the Company's activities obtain profits commensurate with the best interest of shareholders, customers, employees, and the public;
6.Ensure that the innovation agenda of ACCION International is implemented while pursuing the long-term financial sustainability of the MFI and
7.Recruit, retain and develop the talent needed to accomplish high performance standards.
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Requirements |
At least five years of experience managing operations and multidisciplinary teams and sales forces in commercial banking in Brazil with extensive background in financial institution management, preferably at senior management level with a proved record of results.
At least five years of direct experience in banking operations preferred in retail banking. Extensive and proven track record in financial institution administration and operations. Experience in micro & small businesses or consumer lending highly recommended. Additional asset: experience in setting-up microfinance institutions.
Strong Skills in financial analysis, risk management and human resources management (at least regional management level).
Advanced degree in area closely related to finance or business administration.
Strategic planning and budgeting exposure.
Excellent negotiation, marketing and presentation skills.
Excellent analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.
Decisiveness and common sense.
Fluency in Portuguese required. Advanced knowledge in Spanish and English highly desirable.
Highly goal and people oriented.
Team worker.
Leadership, coaching and mentoring skills.
Impact and influence.
Integrity.
Willingness to live in Manaus for at least 5 years, with several travels abroad.
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