Microfinance Investment Manager

• Contribute to the development of the EIF's strategy in the field of microfinance
• Responsible for the complete investment cycle - identifying suitable investments, appraising them, getting them approved and disbursed and monitoring individual participation, in order to :

- develop a well-diversified portfolio of operations (loans/quasi-equity, equity, etc);

-manage overall exposure or concentration of risk;

- ensure an adequate return in relation to the risks taken and mandate specific developmental objectives of the operation;

-and ensure the consistent application of policies;

• Implement policies and initiatives in microfinance investment operations and make suggestions to improve key operational processes;
• Establish and develop business relations with key external parties (e.g.  MFIs, micro banks, co-investors, regulatory bodies, mandators, etc) in order to develop the investment portfolio and acquire new operations, build co-operation and stay abreast of best practice.

• University degree in Finance/Economics or a business related discipline;
• Minimum of five years' experience in the banking, financial or development sector (preferably with investment experience of the microfinance sector) ;
• Knowledge of financial analysis as well as experience in credit risk assessment and financial modelling for a wide variety of investments (senior loans, subordinated loans, risk participation facilities, equity participation, etc.);
• Knowledge of quantitative techniques and tools;
• Knowledge of the standard computer tools;
• Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English. Knowledge of other EU languages would be an advantage.