DAM Foundation for Economic Development (DFED)
Experienced Branch Manager (Microfinance) — Lead Field Operations Across Bangladesh
Anywhere in Bangladesh (Dhaka, Gazipur, Manikganj, Narayanganj, Munshiganj, Narsingdi, Mymensingh, Netrokona, Jamalpur, Kishoreganj, Rajshahi, Panchagarh, Thakurgaon, Jashore, Jhenaidah, Satkhira, Khulna, Bagerhat, Barguna, Patuakhali, Barishal, Chattogram, Feni)
Deadline: 2025-12-06
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Job Overview
Company: DAM Foundation for Economic Development (DFED)
Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh (Dhaka, Gazipur, Manikganj, Narayanganj, Munshiganj, Narsingdi, Mymensingh, Netrokona, Jamalpur, Kishoreganj, Rajshahi, Panchagarh, Thakurgaon, Jashore, Jhenaidah, Satkhira, Khulna, Bagerhat, Barguna, Patuakhali, Barishal, Chattogram, Feni)
Type: FullTime
Salary: Tk. 33,300 - 41,030 (Monthly)
Posted: 2025-11-06
Experience: 5 Years
Education Requirements
Masters or Bachelor (Honours)
Job Responsibilities
- Develop and implement branch annual plans with Area/Zonal Managers
- Monitor and supervise branch operations and staff performance
- Screen, verify and approve investment proposals with accuracy
- Maintain confidentiality of branch records and assist in monthly audits
- Conduct weekly/monthly staff meetings and provide direction
- Operate investment software and prepare timely reports
- Build relationships with beneficiaries, NGOs, CBOs and local government
- Set and achieve monthly disbursement targets and ensure instalment collections
- Prepare branch monthly budgets and maintain financial records
- Initiate recovery actions for overdue accounts and manage NPAs
- Report daily/weekly/monthly progress to higher management
- Promote gender-sensitive practices and uphold organizational values
- Perform additional duties assigned by senior management
Required Skills
- Branch operations management
- Microfinance/microcredit program implementation
- Portfolio monitoring and recovery
- Investment management software proficiency
- Report preparation (daily/weekly/monthly)
- Financial record keeping and basic budgeting
- Team leadership and staff coaching
- Community and stakeholder engagement
- Motorcycle operation
Benefits & Compensation
- Starting salary BDT 33,300 (probation) and up to BDT 41,030 after regularization
- Daily lunch allowance BDT 200 per working day
- Monthly mobile bill reimbursement
- Motorcycle fuel & maintenance allowance
- Six-month probation period; regularization leads to PF, gratuity, insurance, festival benefit, promotions and increments
- Child education allowance (if applicable)
Job Description
OverviewDAM Foundation for Economic Development (DFED) is seeking a seasoned Branch Manager to lead and expand branch-level microfinance operations across multiple districts in Bangladesh. This is a public circular for a senior field leadership job within a reputable development company. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring high-quality delivery of investment/microcredit services, supervising branch staff, maintaining records and compliance, and achieving monthly disbursement and recovery targets. Interested candidates are invited to read the job circular carefully and apply following the instructions below.Why this job mattersAs a Branch Manager you will be the company’s key representative in the field, ensuring program quality, risk mitigation, client relationship management and coordination with local stakeholders. This job offers hands-on leadership experience in a respected Bangladesh-based development organization, with competitive salary and benefits.Key responsibilitiesDevelop and implement branch annual plans in coordination with Area and Zonal Managers.Monitor and supervise all branch activities, staff performance and client interactions.Ensure accurate screening, verification and approval of investment proposals and maintain confidentiality of branch records.Take immediate action on branch-level issues and report to appropriate authorities.Conduct weekly and monthly meetings with staff and provide clear guidance and mentorship.Operate investment management software to prepare timely daily, weekly and monthly reports for higher management.Build and maintain positive relations with client groups, local NGOs, CBOs and government representatives.Set and pursue monthly targets for investment disbursement and ensure timely collection of instalments to maintain portfolio health.Oversee branch budgeting and financial record-keeping, and assist with monthly audits.Plan and execute recovery strategies for overdue clients and manage non-performing investments proactively.Prepare and submit weekly, monthly and annual plans and progress reports to senior management.Promote gender-sensitive behaviours and ensure a respectful workplace environment.Perform other duties assigned by senior management from time to time.Required qualifications and experienceMaster’s degree or Bachelor (Honours) in a relevant discipline.Minimum 5 years of total experience in microcredit or related investment programs, including at least 2 years of experience as a Branch Manager in a development organization or MFI.Proven ability to use microcredit or investment management software and prepare timely reports.Strong leadership, monitoring, coaching and team-management skills.Excellent record-keeping, confidentiality and audit preparedness.Ability to ride/operate a motorcycle and travel frequently within assigned districts.Gender sensitive, professional and aligned with organizational values and code of conduct.SkillsBranch operations managementMicrofinance / microcredit program implementationPortfolio monitoring and recovery techniquesFinancial record keeping & basic budgetingUse of investment management software and MS OfficeReport preparation (daily/weekly/monthly)Stakeholder engagement and community relationsCompensation & benefitsGrade-7 starting salary: BDT 33,300 per month (probation) and up to BDT 41,030 (gross) after successful probation/regularization.Daily lunch allowance: BDT 200 per working day.Monthly mobile bill reimbursement as per policy.Motorcycle fuel & maintenance allowance as per rules.Six-month probation period. On regularization, employees are eligible for child education allowance (where applicable), festival bonuses, provident fund, attractive gratuity, annual increments, promotions and insurance as per company policy.Age, gender & other conditionsAge: at least 42 years (as stated in the circular).Gender: both male & female may apply.Security deposit: BDT 10,000 (refundable unless the employee leaves before regularization).How to applyQualified candidates are requested to apply in confidence. You may submit your CV and supporting documents by email to dfed@ahsaniamission.org.bd or info@dfed.org.bd. In hard copy, send your application and full CV to the Chief Executive Officer at the company address. When applying, write the post name "ব্রাঞ্চ ম্যানেজার" on the envelope or use the same text in the email subject line.Required application documentsApplication letter;CV with contact numbers of two referees;Two recent passport-size color photographs;Certified copies of educational and experience certificates;Certified copy of National ID card.Important datesThe job was posted on 2025-11-06. The application deadline (validThrough/last date) is 2025-12-06. Please ensure your application reaches the company before this date. This circular and all application instructions are provided by the company; BD job seekers should verify details before they apply.Note on fairnessOnly shortlisted candidates will be invited for tests/interviews. The company maintains a smoke-free environment. Any candidate with a history of misconduct or PSHEA/security-related disciplinary action should not apply. The organization does not accept any financial transactions as part of its recruitment process.To summarize: this is a senior branch management job with DFED, offering meaningful field leadership across multiple districts in Bangladesh. If you meet the education and experience requirements and are committed to quality microfinance service delivery, please prepare your application and apply before the deadline.
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Posted Date
2025-11-06
Location
Anywhere in Bangladesh (Dhaka, Gazipur, Manikganj, Narayanganj, Munshiganj, Narsingdi, Mymensingh, Netrokona, Jamalpur, Kishoreganj, Rajshahi, Panchagarh, Thakurgaon, Jashore, Jhenaidah, Satkhira, Khulna, Bagerhat, Barguna, Patuakhali, Barishal, Chattogram, Feni)
Vacancy
1
Job Type
FullTime
Salary
Tk. 33,300 - 41,030 (Monthly)
Deadline
2025-12-06
Experience
5 Years