Chief Executive Officer, VisionFund Rwanda
Core
Lead the transformation of VisionFund Rwanda into a high-performing, commercially driven, deposit-taking microfinance institution while maintaining its Christian mission and development impact.
Role type
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Builds
A sustainable, profitable microfinance institution serving low-income clients in vulnerable and rural communities
Domain
Microfinance / Financial Services / Development Finance
Required skills
Strategic leadership, organizational transformation, deposit mobilization, financial sustainability, corporate governance, risk management, stakeholder engagement, business growth, operational excellence, team leadership, policy development
Preferred skills
MBA or related master's degree, CPA/ACCA/CFA/CIMA/Chartered Banker, experience in banking or regulated financial services
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Provide Christ-centered leadership to transform the organization into a commercially driven MFI; Build a strong deposit franchise to increase low-cost customer deposits and reduce cost of capital; Achieve and sustain break-even and profitability through disciplined portfolio growth; Ensure strong corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and enterprise risk management; Drive sustainable loan portfolio growth and operational efficiency; Lead talent acquisition, retention, and succession planning; Formulate and implement guidelines consistent with Board and regulator policies
Seniority
Executive, C-suite