SPBD is a network of microfinance organizations working in Fiji, Samoa, Tonga and the Solomon Islands dedicated to eradicating poverty by empowering women in poor rural villages with the opportunity to start, grow and maintain sustainable, income generating micro-enterprises.

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Job Opportunities

We are always looking for extraordinary people who have a passion to make a difference in the world and improve the lives of the poor. If you are convinced SPBD is the place for you, please make your case.

Send us an email through our website with the subject 'Careers' and indicate whether you are interested in a full-time position or an internship. Make sure you tell us your full name and which country you are from. Also, tell us how you heard about us, your story and why you want to be part of SPBD. We would love to receive your CV or a link to your CV online, or even a link to your LinkedIn profile.

 

Open Positions

 JOB VACANCIES - INTERNSHIPS IN THE FIELD

Please send us an email describing your interest in working as an intern at either SPBD Samoa, SPBD Tonga, SPBD Fiji, SPBD Solomon Islands, SPBD Vanuatu or at our Headquarters in New Jersey, USA. SPBD accepts applications for internships from highly qualified undergraduate and graduate students with an interest or professional experience in Microfinance and a strong educational background in Finance, Business, Economics, International Development, Marketing, or Communications. Job responsibilities may range from financial analysis, country research and due diligence, business development research, media and marketing, etc. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year. To be considered for an internship please contact us through our website.

 

SUMMER INTERNSHIP IN THE SPBD HEADQUARTERS IN NEW JERSEY, USA

Job Description: Summer Intern (8-10weeks)
Function: Finance and Marketing
Location: Newark, New Jersey, USA

Internship Overview:
The Intern will assist the CFO of SPBD Microfinance Network in the finance and marketing functions. This will include, but is not limited to: financial reporting and analysis; marketing efforts via the website, social media, and traditional media channels; liquidity management,risk management, business planning, and investor relations. The internship will provide a unique experience into how SPBD operates and the microfinance industry.

Responsibilities:
The Intern will assist the CFO directly in the following functional areas of the SPBD Network (SPBD Holding Company, SPBD Samoa, SPBD Tonga, SPBD Fiji, SPBD Solomon Islands, and SPBD Vanuatu):

  • Finance: Liquidity and risk management practices, financial analysis, business plans and financial projections, investor relations.
  • Marketing: Website, Social media embassies, and traditional media channels; New product development (Microcredit Insurance, loan products, savings products, mobile money)
  • Communicate on a daily basis with the CFO regarding the projects
  • Perform any other projects required

Qualifications:

  • MBA and/or MA in Finance, International Development, International Economics –current student or graduate.
  • Coursework or professional experience in credit, microfinance, finance, banking, or consulting.
  • Excellent communication (writing and speaking) skills in English. Must be able to express thoughts and opinions clearly and concisely.
  • Proven ability to work independently.
  • Attention to detail and ability to juggle multiple projects at once.
  • Fast learner in an entrepreneurial environment.
  • Commitment to SPBD values

The intern will report to the CFO of SPBD Microfinance Network and may work closely with other staff on a project by project basis. Daily interaction will be encouraged.

The work will be done in Newark, NewJersey, USA with the ability to work remotely 1 day per week.

This is an unpaid internship position and requires an 8- to 10-week commitment (Possibility to stay longer). The internship can begin in May or later (start date is flexible).

Please send a résumé and a cover letter detailing why you are interested in microfinance and specifically SPBD, to: Sandeep Lohani, CFO, SPBD Microfinance Network at: sandeep@spbdmicrofinance.com. Please write "SPBD Microfinance Network internship candidate" in the subject line of your e-mail. Phone calls are discouraged. Only candidates that are considered will be contacted.