Tuesday, 22 October 2013

Microfinance Intern Vacancy at The Small Enterprise Foundation in South Africa



Post Title: Microfinance Intern
Opportunity Type: Internship
Organization: The Small Enterprise Foundation
Country: South Africa

About the Organization:
The Small Enterprise Foundation (SEF) is a not for profit, pro-poor microfinance institution working towards the eradication of poverty by creating a supportive environment where credit and savings services foster sustainable income generation, job creation, and social empowerment.
About the Job:
SEF is looking for Interns to join its international internship program. S/he will assist in a variety of projects across the operations, research & development, and quality assurance departments. This internship is for a year.
Tasks and Responsibilities:
·             Increasing operational efficiency;
·             Monitoring and evaluating SEF's credit programs;
·             Social performance management;
·             Mainstreaming internal audit processes;
·             Supporting SEF managers with ad hoc requests;
·             Tracking and analyzing client data in Microsoft Excel;
·             Developing client-facing tools;
·             Building and delivering presentations for senior staff.

Qualifications:
·             Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences or Quantitative field at minimum, advanced degree or comparable work experience preferred;
·             Experience working with large data sets, and advanced skills in Excel and Microsoft Office;
·             Strong communication skills, fluency in English is required;
·             A deep understanding of the microfinance sector, and willingness to learn;
·             Ability to work independently and critically on a multiple projects;
·             Exposure to international development in the African context a plus.
Closing Date: 08 Nov 2013
How to Apply:
Interested candidates can send their resume and cover letter to zach.raymond@sef.co.za
Contact: Zach Raymond
zach.raymond@sef.co.za
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