I.  Job Summary

The Safe Finance Program Manager will lead the implementation of the "Strengthening Safe Finance in Community" project in Cambodia. This role is responsible for enhancing financial literacy, consumer empowerment, and protection while ensuring alignment with national strategies for financial inclusion. The Program Manager will work closely with various stakeholders, including, the Central Committee, Cambodia Microfinance Association (CMA), the Association of Banks in Cambodia (ABC), government agencies, NGOs, and community organizations, to facilitate effective project execution and achieve desired outcomes.

II.  Key Responsibilities

a.  Program Management

• Oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the Safe Finance project.
• Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring financial accountability and compliance with funding requirements.
• Coordinate with the National Bank of Cambodia and other relevant institutions to align project objectives with national policies.

b.  Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain partnerships with the Central Committee, Cambodia Microfinance Association (CMA), the Association of Banks in Cambodia (ABC), government agencies, NGOs, and community organizations stakeholders to support the project’s goals.
• Facilitate the daily work to support the focal points in the target site and ensure it well  work
• Facilitate the workshops, training sessions, and public forums to promote financial literacy and consumer protection.
• Act as a liaison between project stakeholders and the community to ensure effective communication and collaboration.

c.  Monitoring and Evaluation

• Establish and implement a Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) framework to assess project impact and effectiveness.
• Analyze data and feedback to inform project improvements and report on outcomes to stakeholders.
• Document lessons learned and best practices for future project phases and expansions.

d.  Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor project staff, focal points and volunteers, providing training and support to enhance their effectiveness in implementing project activities.
• Foster a collaborative team environment that encourages innovation and continuous improvement.

e.  Reporting

• Prepare and submit regular progress reports to the co-founders and steering committee, detailing project achievements and challenges.
• Ensure transparency and accountability in project operations and financial management.

III. Qualifications

a.  Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Development Studies, or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred.

b.  Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, preferably in financial inclusion, microfinance, or community development.
• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement and partnership building.

c.  Skills

• Strong understanding of financial literacy, consumer protection, and safe finance principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Proficient in data analysis and reporting, with strong organizational skills.

d. Personal Attributes

• Passionate about financial inclusion and community empowerment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability to changing circumstances.

e.  Location

Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Contact Person:

Phone: +855 (0) 12 212 312

Email: hfs@cma-network.org

Website: www.cma-network.org

Interested candidates are invited to send their CV and cover letter to CMA via: Email: hram@cma-network.org,

cc: hfs@cma-network.org Address: #30B, Street 652, Sangkat Tek La-Ak III, Khan Tuol Kork, Phnom Penh, Kingdom of Cambodia. Contact Name: Cambodia Microfinance Association (CMA) Phone: +855 (0) 12 212 312 Website: www.cma-network.org Application Deadline: 10 December 2024

During this announcement period, we will start reviewing application and interviewing candidate as first come first served basis until we can recruit qualified candidate.