Business Development Associate

MBAs Without Borders is pleased to announce it has partnered with Grassroots Business Fund (http://www.gbfund.org/) in partnership with The K-Rep Development Agency (KDA) to recruit 1 MBA for a challenging and exciting project based in Nairobi, Kenya for a 6 month position, starting April 15th.

Specifically, the MBA will be responsible for:

Evaluation of Youth Lending Program Portfolio

  • Review portfolio data and determine trends
  • Collaborate with KDA staff to improve lending strate
  • Develop recommendations for implementation of strategy for expansion Oversight & Evaluation of Youth Technical Assistance Pilot
  • Collaborate with third-party consultant to develop and implement pilot programs
  • Identify current KDA data collection tools and methodology
  • Collaborate with GBF and KDA to design and distribute baseline and endline surveys with target and control groups
  • Administer and monitor data collection process
  • Develop recommendations regarding modification of pilot and institution of a longer-term technical assistance program
  • Work closely with KDA head office, field staff and youth clients

    Skills Required for the Position

  • Interest in the idea that business plays a crucial role in supporting developing countries
  • Interest or past-experience in Developing Countries; Africa experience ideally
  • Experience & passion for Business Development & Social Entrepreneurship
  • Ideal candidate will posses professional experience in Accounting, Finance/Microfinance, and Project Management
  • Fluency in English required
  • Ability to work in a physically and mentally challenging environment
  • Extraordinary patience and the ability to laugh

    For more information and application visit: Business Development Associate Job