Division Manager

Pagasa Philippines Finance Corporation; Central Luzon; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Pagasa Philippines Finance Corporation is seeking a seasoned Divisional Manager to lead and oversee operations for a division across Luzon. The role involves managing multiple branches, developing field teams, and ensuring policy execution and risk controls.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years in divisional or multi-branch operations, with a background in microfinance or financial services, and willingness to travel frequently for field oversight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, or related field.
• 5–10 years of divisional/area/regional or multi-branch operations management.
• Experience in microfinance, banking, lending, financial services preferred.
• Strong leadership and people management skills; able to lead dispersed teams.
• Willingness to travel frequently and conduct field visits.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the overall operations and performance of the assigned division.
• Supervise Area/Regional Managers and Relationship Managers and guide branch operations.
• Conduct regular branch visits and monitor performance, compliance, and standards.
• Identify major branch issues, risks, and performance gaps and implement corrective measures.
• Monitor branch income, expenditures, cash controls, and record-keeping.
• Monitor delinquency and implement recovery strategies.
• Assess staff performance, development needs, and team dynamics.
• Ensure policies, manuals, and procedures are communicated and followed.
• Monitor branch office management, facilities, and licensing requirements.
• Support branch expansion and selection of new areas and locations.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Analytical

Problem solving

Communication

Decision making

Field visits

Travel

Financial services experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Management/Finance

Job description

About the role

Pagasa Philippines Finance Corporation (PPFC) is looking for an experienced and results-driven Divisional Manager to lead and oversee the operations of one of our divisions in the Visayas. The position is responsible for managing multiple branches, developing field teams, monitoring branch performance, identifying operational risks, and ensuring the effective implementation of company policies and business strategies.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the overall operations and performance of the assigned division.
• Supervise Area/Regional Managers and Relationship Managers and provide guidance to ensure effective branch operations.
• Conduct regular branch visits and monitor branch performance, compliance, and operational standards.
• Identify major branch issues, operational risks, and performance gaps and implement appropriate corrective measures.
• Monitor branch income and expenditures, financial transactions, cash controls, and record-keeping.
• Monitor delinquency, identify its causes, and implement appropriate recovery and improvement strategies.
• Assess staff performance, staffing requirements, development needs, and team dynamics.
• Ensure company policies, circulars, manuals, and operational procedures are properly communicated and implemented.
• Monitor branch office management, facilities, security, licensing, permits, and administrative requirements.
• Support branch expansion and the selection of new areas and branch locations.

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 5–10 years of solid experience in divisional, area, regional, or multi-branch operations management.
• Experience in microfinance, banking, lending, financial services, or a related industry is highly preferred.
• Strong experience managing geographically dispersed branches and field personnel.
• Proven experience in branch operations, portfolio/loan performance, delinquency management, and operational risk management.
• Strong leadership, people management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and decision-making abilities.
• Willingness to conduct frequent field visits and overnight travel across the assigned division.
• Comfortable working in a highly field-oriented and fast-paced environment.

About us

Pagasa Philippines Finance Corporation is a subsidiary of ASA International, one of the world's leading international microfinance institutions. Pagasa Philippines is committed to providing socially responsible financial services to underserved Filipino communities while creating opportunities for growth and financial inclusion.

Work Location

Candidates must be willing to be assigned and relocated anywhere within the Luzon Area, as business needs require.