Location: Addis Ababa

Organization: Kifiya

Deadline: October 20, 2025

Job Description

Place of Work: Kifiya HQ

Department: MSP

Reports To: Digital Transformation Team Lead

Role responsibilities:

Building Capacity & Training

  • Design practical training programs on digital credit, alternative data, and credit scoring leveraging KFT’s market intelligence and product expertise.
  • Coordinate and lead exposure visits and field learning on uncollateralized credit best practices so institutions learn directly from what works.
  • Develop Training-of-Trainers models and digital learning tools so knowledge spreads widely.
  • Coordinate a network of Subject Matter Experts both internally and externally to ensure training delivery is consistent and high quality.

Change Management & Process Transformation

  • Recruit and supervise embedded change advisors who will work inside partner institutions.
  • Work with leadership teams to assess current lending processes and co-create realistic change plans.
  • Coach senior leaders and build up internal “change champions” so improvements stick after the program ends.
  • Track adoption and progress through simple scorecards and feedback systems.

Supporting (Advisory) Fintechs & Partners

  • Help fintechs and financial institutions prepare for integration and scale within regulated systems.
  • Provide practical advice on aligning products with customer needs, compliance requirements, and market realities.
  • Share lessons across markets and organize peer exchanges so institutions can learn from each other.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

  • Lead pilots and create feedback loops across institutions to ensure solutions fit the market.
  • Test new tools such as AI-powered credit scoring or digital loan platforms in real-world conditions.
  • Collect feedback from partners and customers to refine products and processes.
  • Turn lessons into practices and policies that others can adopt.

Strengthening the Ecosystem

  • Work with regulators, industry associations, and policymakers to promote fair and effective digital lending.
  • Share best practices on alternative data, uncollateralized credit, and responsible lending.
  • Connect financial institutions, fintechs, and development partners to build stronger, more inclusive financial systems.

About You

Requirements & Qualifications:

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in IT, Business, Finance, Economics, Development Studies, or a related field.
  • 8-10 years of experience in program or partnership management, ideally in digital finance, FinTech, MSME, or development programs.

Technical & AI Skills

  • Experience in Managing Projects and working with technical teams
  • Experience with data analysis (SQL, Excel, BI tools) and AI-driven insights.
  • Proficiency in leveraging AI/ML-powered platforms for reporting and performance forecasting.
  • Familiarity with digital partnership tools (CRM/PRM) and automated data integration workflows.
  • Solid understanding of blended finance mechanisms and digital lending ecosystems.
Required Skills
  • Time management
  • Analytical skills
  • Adaptability
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving

How to Apply

Apply via email address: hr@kifiya.com.

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