Job Openings at FATE Foundation

Job Summary:

• The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the Revolving Loan Fund by the Standard Chartered Foundation to support entrepreneurs who have graduated from the Revolving Fund program and are selected to access the fund to achieve the financial goals and objectives in line with the FATE School’s strategic direction. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily operations of the Revolving Loan Fund, ensuring efficient fund disbursement and utilization by eligible entrepreneurs.
• Monitor the financial health and cash flow of the fund, preparing reports to track performance against benchmarks and projections.
• Maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including the Standard Chartered Foundation, government agencies, and other financial institutions.
• Assist in preparing budgets and financial forecasts related to the Revolving Loan Fund.

Qualifications & Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Economics, Finance or a related discipline from an accredited university.
• Understanding of the concepts and methodologies of micro-lending, and revolving funds.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including government entities, foundations, and financial institutions.
• Proficiency in financial analysis software and tools, as well as Microsoft Office tools and reporting software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Very good presentation and report writing skills clearly and concisely.
• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in loan management or finance related field.

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• The Program Associate will support the development and execution of enterprise development incubation programs and projects in line with the FATE School’s strategic direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the delivery of enterprise development programs, including entrepreneurial training and business development support for participants.
• Develop and periodically review program strategy and structure to ensure alignment with the needs of participants.
• Ensure effective stakeholder management and communication between program partners, volunteers, and entrepreneurs.
• Oversee the participant recruitment process and ensure compliance with organizational standards.
• Manage and ensure the collation of relevant program data to support monitoring,evaluation, and impact assessment.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or HND in Business Administration, Management, Social Sciences, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with program participants and other stakeholders and to also work with team members effectively.
• Demonstrated interest in entrepreneurship, innovation, or the development sector.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
• 2 years relevant work experience in program coordination or any related role