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Bilal Microfinance Job Vacancy 2026

Bilal Microfinance Welkite and Addis Ababa

Role description

Bilal Microfinance invites qualified and competent applicants for the following positions.

Bilal Microfinance Institution S.C. is a full-fledge interest free microfinance institution established based on the NBE Directive No. MFI/32/2021 to provide sharia compliant and inclusive microfinance services that provide access to the community excluded from financial services due to interest.

Position 1: Branch Accountant

Qualification Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Accounting & Finance, or a related field with 0 years of relevant work experience; OR
  • College Diploma (Level IV/10+3) in Accounting or a related field with 2 years of relevant work experience.
  • Experience in a Microfinance Institution (MFI) is an added advantage.
  • Good knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and computer applications.
  • Strong communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills.

Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree holders: 0 years of relevant work experience.
  • College Diploma (Level IV/10+3) holders: 2 years of relevant work experience.
  • Experience in a Microfinance Institution (MFI) is an added advantage.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain accurate accounting records and financial transactions.
  • Prepare financial reports and account reconciliations.
  • Process payments and receipts in accordance with institutional policies and procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with financial policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
  • Support branch operations and maintain proper financial documentation.

Salary and Benefits:

  • As per the Institution’s salary scale and benefits package.

Duty Station: Welkite and Addis Ababa

Position 2: Branch Manager

Qualification:

  • BA Degree or MBA in Management, Accounting, Banking & Finance, or a related field from a recognized higher education institution.

Experience:

  • Minimum 4 years (BA) or 3 years (MBA) of relevant work experience, preferably in a Microfinance Institution or Banking and Insurance Industry.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan, organize, coordinate, and supervise the overall branch operations.
  • Lead loan processing, portfolio management, and saving mobilization activities.
  • Ensure efficient branch performance and achievement of business targets.
  • Approve loans and branch payments within delegated authority.
  • Ensure timely loan disbursement, collection, and portfolio quality.
  • Supervise daily financial transactions and maintain proper cash control.
  • Prepare and submit periodic operational and financial reports.
  • Build strong relationships with customers, communities, and stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with institutional policies, procedures, and NBE regulations.
  • Lead, coach, and evaluate branch staff to improve performance and teamwork.

Required Skills:

  • Strong leadership and people management skills.
  • Excellent communication and customer relationship skills.
  • Sound knowledge of credit operations, savings mobilization, and branch management.
  • Good analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making ability.
  • Experience with Core Banking Systems and Microsoft Office applications is an advantage.
  • High integrity, accountability, and ability to work under pressure.
  • Knowledge of interest-free financing principles and products.

Duty Station: Addis Ababa

Salary and Benefits: As per the Institution’s salary scale and benefits package.

Application Deadline: September 19, 2026