The Silicon Valley Microfinance Network is looking for a new Executive Director. If you are in the Bay Area — or willing to relocate — and interested in getting more experience in the microfinance industry, this could be a great fit. From their website:

–Responsibilities–
The SVMN Board of Directors is looking for a strong, entrepreneurial leader with a passion for microfinance. The Executive Director will be tasked with taking this new organization to the next level, from a growing start-up organization to a robust, professional network. The Executive Director will be responsible for the overall strategic vision of the organization as well as the day to day management. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will start at 60% time, increasing as soon as possible to a larger role as SVMN’s activity base grows.

Specifically, the Executive Director will:

 Develop and implement a long term strategy with the Board of Directors
 Design and implement a marketing program to increase membership
 Manage fundraising required to support the financial requirements of SVMN
 Enhance and manage the Speaker Series program
 Continue to develop the website into a world class microfinance resource for members and non-members
 Develop additional microfinance-related programs or services of interest to SVMN members
 Leverage the membership by building a volunteer network to help run SVMN events and programs
 Manage legal, accounting and governance issues with guidance from the Board of Directors
 Manage communications with the Board of Directors
 Create business performance measurements / metrics to track improvements.

–Qualifications–
Successful applicants will be flexible, with both the strategic leadership of a seasoned business executive and the desire to roll up his/her sleeves in the start-up stage of development. Specifically,
 Excels at and enjoys networking
 Strong event planning skills
 Ability to coordinate and manage volunteers
 Passion for and knowledge of microfinance a must
 Skilled at fundraising
 Enjoys intellectual challenge and fast pace
 Thrives in an entrepreneurial environment
 Strategy and business plan writing experience
 Willingness to work from home
 Flexibility to work part time

–Application Process–
Please submit your cover letter and resume to april@svmn.net