About the Organization:
The Centre for microFinance (CmF) was established in 2005 to strengthen the microfinance sector in the Rajasthan, India. It aims to catalyze the sector through the infusion of innovative ideas, conducting quality research on microfinance issues, and providing technical and managerial services to agencies that are engaged in delivering microfinance services to the poor.
About the Job:
CmF is looking for a Program Associate. S/he will support project implementing partners (NGOs) for smooth execution of community mobilization and livelihood activities/plans in the district initiative project area of CmF (Banswara, Rajasthan).
Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Assess the support need for the partner NGO, community, and project;
- Provide hand holding support to the partner NGOs for successful implementation directly or through resource persons;
- Explore potential livelihood opportunities within the project area and facilitate interventions on the same through partner NGOs;
- Assist partners in community mobilization related work like training of SHGs and clusters, arranging exposures, ToTs with external resource persons etc.
Qualifications:
- Minimum Post Graduate in Veterinary Science/Agriculture Science/MSW/Post Graduate Diploma in Rural Management/MS Social Work/Rural Development/Science/Engineering;
- Minimum 2 to 3 years relevant experience in development sector with a proven track record of achievements;
- Direct experience in planning, implementation, and evaluation in a community mobilization project;
- Proven ability to lead and manage teams;
- Experience in negotiating with external agencies, such as government and banks;
- Strong understanding of and skills required in project and change management;
- Experience in collaborating and communicating effectively with diverse professionals and cultures.
Closing Date: 10 Nov 2012
How to Apply:
Interested candidates can download the application format and send it to cmf@cmfraj.org
