AFAWA Capacity Development (CD) Consultant at African Guarantee Fund (AGF)

Position Summary

The AFAWA Capacity Development Consultant will be responsible for assisting the Group Director of Capacity Development to conduct timely capacity development assessment, proposal drafting and approval as well as implementation of the approved activities and provision of consulting or advisory services where necessary.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

•  Capacity Development (CD) needs appraisal/assessment for Partner Financial Institutions (PFIs).
•  Drafting CD Proposals for Partner Financial Institutions (PFIs) and Business Development Service (BDS) providers using set templates.
•  Drafting CD Papers.
•  Initial review of CD Agreements in line with approved CD Papers.
•  Drafting of Terms of Reference/Scope of Work using set templates.
•  Working with the AGF AFAWA Procurement Officer and the PFIs procurement team competitively identify and transparently identify potential Consultants.
•  Initial review of draft Service Contracts as per the approved Terms of Reference, Technical and Financial Proposal for the approved Consultant.
•  Monitoring of CD activity implementation.
•  Preparation of Disbursement/Payment Memos.
•  Assist in the planning, organization and logistics of different forums.
•  Drafting of the various CD Reports using the set templates.
•  Specific CD partner reports.
•  Internal management reports.
•  Stakeholder/AfDB periodic reports.
•  Attending relevant stakeholder forums.
•  Collaborate with the AGF Senior Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer to package outcome/impact reports.
•  Collaborate with AGF Communications and M&E Officer to package case studies and relevant documentaries.
•  Perform any other task as assigned by the Group Director of Capacity Development.

Desirable qualifications, skills, knowledge and experiences

•  Masters’ degree in any Business-related areas.
•  Diploma in Project or Programme Management.
•  Any certification in Project Management will be an added advantage.
•  At least 5 years relevant experience in the financial services industry.
•  Knowledge in lending to SMEs and specifically women-led SMEs will be an added advantage.
•  Strong analytical, written/oral, communication.
•  Ability to handle multiple projects under pressure while meeting tight deadlines.
•  Hands on experience in developing and managing project plans and strategies.
•  Strong partnership and relationship management skills.
•  Excellent knowledge in Consultancy management.
•  Ability to compile and report results of activities.
•  Strong knowledge of strategies approaches and tools in Capacity development needs assessment, structuring of appropriate interventions.
•  Monitoring and evaluation skills is mandatory.
•  High degree of computer literacy a must.
•  Excellent communication, interpersonal and management skills.
•  Bilingual – fluent in English is a must and French will be great plus.

Skills

•  Advanced problem solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
•  Good operational and management skills.
•  Strong prioritization skills.
•  Advanced interpersonal and relationship management skills.
•  Advanced presentation and communication skills.
•  Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
•  Demonstrated ability to work in an evolving environment.
•  Ability to learn quickly / develop the necessary skills.
•  Team player with strong interpersonal and leadership skills
•  Must have coaching skills.
•  Excellent project management and consulting skills.
•  Excellent IT skills.

Additional eligibility competences and desired Characteristics

•  Attentiveness to details.
•  Ability to use spreadsheets and any project management software.
•  Self-driven individual with a passion and flair for helping financial institutions and SMEs succeed.
•  Ability to work in a professionally and culturally diverse setting.
•  Willingness and ability to travel and work under minimum supervision.