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Financial Inclusion Officer

Mercy Corps Ethiopia · ET · Full-time
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About the Role

The Financial Inclusion Officer will drive the design, implementation, and scaling of inclusive digital financial services across Ethiopia, focusing on climate resilience, gender equality, and community-based savings groups.

Responsibilities

  • Support implementation of high-quality financial inclusion programming through capacity-building and market assessments.
  • Design Intervention Concept Notes integrating climate resilience and gender-transformative approaches.
  • Lead VSLA establishment, expansion, and digitization activities in Oromia region.
  • Collaborate with financial institutions, fintechs, regulators, and partners to strengthen product design and consumer protection systems.
  • Monitor progress, identify risks, and ensure compliance with Mercy Corps policies.

Skills Required

Program ManagementMarket Systems Development (MSD)Digital Financial Services (DFS)Sharia-compliant/Islamic FinanceClimate-responsive Product DesignGender-responsive and Gender-transformative ApproachesVillage Savings and Loan Association (VSLA) ManagementStakeholder Engagement

Fields of Study

  • Business Administration
  • Economics
  • Development Studies
  • Program Management
  • Social Sciences

How to Apply

Submit your CV, three references, and all applicable official papers electronically. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Find contact details below.