Are you passionate about achieving results in financial inclusion?

Alliance Microfinance (AMAS) is looking for a dynamic and driven Project Manager to join our team.

As a Project Manager at AMAS you will play a key role in managing our innovative Norad-financed Ethiopia Connect project, and actively contribute to develop new financial inclusion-initiatives.

Key responsibilities:

• Leading the Ethiopia Connect-project, building a new microfinance institution together with our partner organizations and key stakeholders in Ethiopia .
• Effectively manage relationships with partners, local authorities, and community representatives.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, reports, and outcomes for successful completion.
• Work with diverse teams to integrate project components smoothly.
• Create new programs at AMAS for financial inclusion and economic opportunities for disadvantaged groups.
• Contribute to overseeing AMAS’ institutions, including tasks like board representation, committee work, social performance activities, and reporting to the Oslo headquarters.

Qualifications and needed experience:

• Academic degree in business administration, finance, economics, or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience in project management, preferably in international development.
• Experience in the microfinance sector and/or financial inclusion is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills. English fluency is required, proficiency in additional languages such as Spanish is a plus.
• Previous board experience is a plus.

Personal Qualities:

• Ability to work independently, implementing activities in a structured and results-oriented manner
• Business-minded with great problem-solving abilities.
• Entrepreneurial spirit, always looking for new ideas and ways to improve.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain different types of relationships.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team, with a proactive and results-oriented approach.

AMAS offers:

Joining AMAS offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects and make a tangible difference in the lives of people in developing countries. Additionally, you will benefit from:

• A supportive international work environment and a global impact-oriented organization.
• Professional growth- and development opportunities.
• Travel opportunities to directly engage with project stakeholders and partners.
• An opportunity to make a positive contribution to driving financial inclusion and economic opportunities.
• Moving into new offices in downtown Oslo in August 2024

Location:

The position is based in our brand-new headquarters in Oslo, together with the Mission Alliance Oslo Office, with frequent travel to project sites in Ethiopia.

How to apply:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in joining AMAS to arnt.jerpstad@amas.as, or use the application-portal at finn.no.

For additional information:

Arnt H. Jerpstad, CEO, +47 481 40290

Serina Svindland Bakketeig, Investment director, +47 976 12 474