Portfolio Officer

CHF International- LGF is seeking qualified candidates to assume the following position:

Location: Ramallah.
Duration: 12 months renewable

The Portfolio Officer will be part of the Portfolio team, responsible for a diverse range of specific technical functions, which include financial and project analysis as well as on-going program implementation. Responsibilities include:

-Conducting financial, administrative and other analysis as necessary to assess eligibility of borrowers;
-Performing due diligence and credit analysis on proposed loans;
-Preparing credit reports to management and credit committee; and
-Providing technical assistance and otherwise work with lenders to identify project pipeline and efficiently assess eligibility of loans.

Qualifications:

-University degree with Business Administration or Finance or Accounting or Economics background;
-Minimum of 3 years of experience in lending or credit activities in the field of banking;
-Good knowledge of credit analysis, financial analysis, risk management, and credit administration procedures;
-Good experience in commercial and SME lending;
-Excellent Microsoft Office skills particularly in Excel;
-Strong teamwork, written and verbal communication skills; and
-Willing and able to travel throughout West Bank and Gaza.

To apply, please send your CV, names of 3 references and a cover letter by email to [email protected] or fax to 022987821 no later than Thursday, February 17th, 2011. Candidates must clearly indicate winch position they are applying for. Please send one application either by email or fax, but not both. CHF International is an equal opportunity employer.