About the Organization:
MicroSave is a consultancy firm and training provider that focuses on the needs of institutions targeting under- and un-served populations and enterprises. It assists institutions such as financial service providers, telecom operators, technology service providers, fast moving consumer goods companies, livelihood institutions, and development agencies serving the base of the pyramid. MicroSave provides practical, market-led solutions based on the experiences drawn from working with a variety of institutions.
About the Job:
MicroSave is seeking Digital Finance Insights Specialist. S/he will be responsible for business execution, human capital development, business development, and organizational development. The position is based in Nairobi.
Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Business execution:
- Agent network accelerator (ANA) project;
- Project management:
- Manage external firms brought in for research support plus a team of analysts, and qualitative and quantitative research specialists;
- Mentor internal team on professional and communication skills;
- Manage the tool design, preparation, and data collection process for the ANA project;
- Manage the data analysis process for the ANA project.
- Information synthesis:
- Serve as a team guru on data being produced on the DFS ecosystem, with a specific focus on the intermedia and brandfusion projects, and the work being done by leading institutions in the gates eight countries;
- Lead on positioning ANA findings in the greater discussion of cutting edge DFS issues emerging from the data being produced from these institutions/in these geographies;
- Lead the publication of synthesis reports, country reports, provider reports, blogs, and other publication formats.
- Research advisory:
- Help share methods, techniques, tools, and best practices in research with other related organization’s projects.
- Human capital development:
- Ensure that organization has the right human capital in the right place to implement the regional strategy and project strategy;
- Mentor/train high potential staff to grow/develop professionally;
- Provide on-going support to staff as and when needed.
- Business development:
- Read and post relevant articles on organizations and helix websites;
- Represent organization at conferences, workshops, seminars etc.;
- Write key documents to highlight organization’s strengths, learnings etc.;
- Participate in digital media dialogues (blogs and discussions forums) linking organization’s work and publications;
- Build relationships with potential clients;
- Develop and submit proposals to generate business – particularly for the domain that s/he is leading or part of.
- Organizational development:
- Participate in the development, evolution, and communication of the institutional strategy and business plan;
- Develop organization’s business development capabilities;
- Ensure maintenance of organizational culture, values, and reputation.
Qualifications:
- Minimum Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Research, Economics, Management, Science, Policy or a related field;
- At least 3-6 years of project management experience in the developing world;
- Strong theoretical understanding of both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies;
- Excellent writing skills, with a track record of publications (ideally both online and print);
- Superior analytical skills, ability to identify trends in data, and easily synthesize large quantities of information;
- Working understanding of academic methodologies for quantitative research and statistical analysis, including randomized controlled trials, and quasi-experimental techniques;
- Demonstrated ability to managing teams, ideally multiple teams in developing world environments conducting research;
- Sophisticated planning, organizational, and time management skills, including flexibility, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure to meet changing deadlines;
- Analytical and problem solving skills of a high order, including the ability to formulate recommendations and advice;
- Highly developed computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
- Excellent quality English speaking and writing ability and a professional demeanour;
- Flexibility and willingness/ability to travel if necessary.
Closing Date: 25 Apr 2014
Please mention ”Ref. Digital Finance Insights Specialist” in the subject line.
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MicroSave is a consultancy firm and training provider that focuses on the needs of institutions targeting under- and un-served populations and enterprises. It assists institutions such as financial service providers, telecom operators, technology service providers, fast moving consumer goods companies, livelihood institutions, and development agencies serving the base of the pyramid. MicroSave provides practical, market-led solutions based on the experiences drawn from working with a variety of institutions.
MicroSave is seeking Digital Finance Insights Specialist. S/he will be responsible for business execution, human capital development, business development, and organizational development. The position is based in Nairobi.
- Agent network accelerator (ANA) project;
- Project management:
- Manage external firms brought in for research support plus a team of analysts, and qualitative and quantitative research specialists;
- Mentor internal team on professional and communication skills;
- Manage the tool design, preparation, and data collection process for the ANA project;
- Manage the data analysis process for the ANA project.
- Information synthesis:
- Serve as a team guru on data being produced on the DFS ecosystem, with a specific focus on the intermedia and brandfusion projects, and the work being done by leading institutions in the gates eight countries;
- Lead on positioning ANA findings in the greater discussion of cutting edge DFS issues emerging from the data being produced from these institutions/in these geographies;
- Lead the publication of synthesis reports, country reports, provider reports, blogs, and other publication formats.
- Research advisory:
- Help share methods, techniques, tools, and best practices in research with other related organization’s projects.
- Ensure that organization has the right human capital in the right place to implement the regional strategy and project strategy;
- Mentor/train high potential staff to grow/develop professionally;
- Provide on-going support to staff as and when needed.
- Read and post relevant articles on organizations and helix websites;
- Represent organization at conferences, workshops, seminars etc.;
- Write key documents to highlight organization’s strengths, learnings etc.;
- Participate in digital media dialogues (blogs and discussions forums) linking organization’s work and publications;
- Build relationships with potential clients;
- Develop and submit proposals to generate business – particularly for the domain that s/he is leading or part of.
- Participate in the development, evolution, and communication of the institutional strategy and business plan;
- Develop organization’s business development capabilities;
- Ensure maintenance of organizational culture, values, and reputation.
Closing Date: 25 Apr 2014
Please mention ”Ref. Digital Finance Insights Specialist” in the subject line.
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