Branch Manager
Posted 1 week ago
- Job description
- Job Title: Branch Manager
- Location: Hargeisa, Somaliland
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Experience Required: Minimum 2 years
- Application Deadline: 28th May 2025
- About WE-INVEST
- WE-INVEST (Women Empowerment and Investment in Microfinance) is a women-led institution based in Hargeisa, Somaliland, dedicated to empowering women economically and socially. It provides tailored financial services such as group loans, savings accounts, and business loans, along with non-financial services like financial literacy, leadership training, and business skills development. The organization targets women who are often excluded from traditional financial systems and helps them build resilience, access opportunities, and grow their businesses.
- The institution is governed by a female-only board and operates on a community-based model that emphasizes ownership, inclusivity, and sustainability. Its mission is to create a future where every woman in Somaliland is economically empowered. WE-INVEST also fosters peer support networks, digital platforms, and collaboration to help women entrepreneurs thrive and become active contributors to society’s development.
- Position Summary
- WE-INVEST is seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Branch Manager to lead and oversee the operations of its Hargeisa branch. The Branch Manager will be responsible for managing the branch team, driving business growth, ensuring the delivery of excellent customer service, and upholding the organization’s values and goals. This role requires a results-driven leader with strong financial, managerial, and communication skills, and a passion for women’s economic empowerment.
- Key Responsibilities
- · Oversee the daily operations of the branch, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in service delivery.
- · Lead, mentor, and supervise branch staff to achieve individual and team performance targets.
- · Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and financial regulations.
- · Monitor loan portfolios, manage risks, and ensure timely collection of repayments.
- · Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and the community to promote WE-INVEST services.
- · Identify growth opportunities and strategies to expand outreach and client base.
- · Prepare and submit regular performance, financial, and operational reports to senior management.
- · Represent the institution at local events, community meetings, and stakeholder engagements.
- · Foster a positive, inclusive, and accountable branch culture aligned with WE-INVEST’s mission.
- Skills and qualifications
- Qualifications and Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in branch management, financial services, microfinance, or a related field.
- Proven leadership and team management experience.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong financial acumen and understanding of lending practices and risk management.
- Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet targets.
- Familiarity with the local context of Hargeisa and surrounding areas is highly desirable.
- Fluent in Somali and English (spoken and written).
- Competent in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- A degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field is an advantage.
- What We Offer
- Opportunity to lead in a mission-driven organization empowering women.
- Supportive and inclusive work environment.
- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- How to apply
- Qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: sahara.dahir@we-invest.info and cc to: filsan.abokor@we-invest.info
- Use the subject line: “Branch Manager Application – WE-INVEST”
- Deadline: 28th May 2025
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted