Microfinance/Livelihood Manager

Good Neighbors International Philippines Branch Inc.; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Good Neighbors International Philippines Branch Inc. is seeking a full-time professional to manage community livelihood projects and enhance microfinance operations in Quezon City. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Business, with 1-3 years of experience in microfinance. Responsibilities include planning projects, reviewing business plans of cooperatives, and leading monitoring and evaluation efforts. Benefits include health insurance and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in microfinance or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement community livelihood projects.
• Assist in informed decision-making for micro-finance needs.
• Review business plans of cooperatives and manage loan contracts.
• Enhance Microfinance processes through feasibility studies.
• Lead Microfinance Start-Up Operations in pilot areas.
• Provide guidance to field officers in product implementation.
• Lead monitoring and evaluation of micro-finance operations.
• Implement Social Performance Management System.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work as part of a team

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or related field

Job description

Good Neighbors International Philippines Branch Inc.

Negotiable

On-site - Quezon City

1-3 Years Experience

Bachelor's Degree

Full-time

Job Description

• Plan and implement community livelihood projects, including support for community cooperatives, women's saving and credit groups, local businesses, and capacity‑building training.
• Assist organization and decision‑makers in making informed decisions regarding the micro‑finance/social investment needs of community cooperatives and small business groups.
• Review business plans of cooperatives and manage loan contracts for cooperatives, associations, and small business groups.
• Enhance the Microfinance entity’s processes as a subsidiary of GNIP through feasibility studies, business planning, and other business incubation processes, including financial projection and legal status of registration acquisition.
• Spearhead Microfinance Start‑Up Operations and Development in pilot areas of GNIP.
• Provide technical inputs and guidance to field officers for the implementation of products, services, and activities.
• Lead the monitoring and evaluation of CDP micro‑finance operations, performance, services, and ensure that systems are in place.
• Lead the effective implementation of Social Performance Management (SPM) System through information campaigns, compliance monitoring, and adherence to the organization’s advocacy and mission.
• Carry out other duties and responsibilities assigned by the supervisor such as proposal development as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in microfinance or related fields.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Health insurance.

Professional Development

• Employee Assistance Program.
• Professional development opportunities.

Location

On-site in Quezon City, Philippines.

Good Neighbors Philippines has zero tolerance for any harm or sexual exploitation and abuse against beneficiaries or program participants. All employees and partners must adhere to GN’s Code of Conduct both during and outside working hours. Familiarization with the GN Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct, as well as completion of related mandatory training, is an essential requirement of all employees and partners.