MSME Access to Finance Assessment and Approach Consultant
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
Prosper Global is a humanitarian organization that was established to address urgent needs and create conditions for lasting progress in communities facing conflict, climate change, and economic hardship. The organization was formerly known as Mercy Corps until it rebranded in 2026 to reflect its mission of helping every community prosper, thereby advancing humanity as a whole. Prosper Global operates in multiple countries, focusing on innovative solutions that combine local knowledge with global resources. The organization emphasizes the importance of building economic strength and job skills among diverse populations, particularly in regions like the Caribbean, where it has implemented programs to support employment, entrepreneurship, and financial inclusion.
Job Overview:
The MSME Access to Finance Assessment and Approach Consultant will play a crucial role in addressing the financial constraints faced by micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the Caribbean. This position involves conducting a comprehensive regional assessment of MSME finance and financial inclusion, particularly focusing on the jurisdictions targeted by the Strengthening Caribbean Economic Growth (SCEG) program. The consultant will analyze the current state of financial services available to MSMEs, identify barriers to access, and develop a Responsive MSME Finance Approach Paper that will guide future programming and partnerships. The consultant's work will directly impact the design of interventions aimed at improving access to finance for MSMEs, thereby enhancing their ability to grow and sustain their businesses.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will be responsible for conducting an in-depth assessment of the financial services landscape for MSMEs in the Caribbean. This includes analyzing the provision of financial services by various institutions, understanding the financing needs and constraints of MSMEs, and evaluating existing risk-sharing and blended finance mechanisms. The consultant will also review regulatory factors affecting MSME finance and develop a comprehensive approach paper that outlines recommendations for improving access to financial services. Key deliverables include a 25-page assessment and approach paper, a presentation of findings to Prosper Global staff, and materials for a workshop with stakeholders. The consultant will work closely with the Program Manager and other team members to ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess 7-10 years of experience in financial inclusion, particularly within the Caribbean context. They should have demonstrated experience in conducting assessments, actor mapping, and developing financial inclusion strategies. A strong knowledge of the financial services sector in the Caribbean is essential, along with a wide network of contacts within this sector. The ability to work independently and conduct remote interviews is crucial, as is proficiency in English; knowledge of Spanish is preferred.
Educational Background:
While specific educational qualifications are not explicitly stated, candidates are likely expected to have a background in finance, economics, or a related field that supports their understanding of financial services and inclusion strategies.
Experience:
The position requires significant experience, specifically 7-10 years, in the field of financial inclusion. This experience should ideally include working with MSMEs and understanding the unique challenges they face in accessing financial services. Candidates should also have a proven track record of conducting assessments and developing strategies that enhance financial access for underserved populations.
Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory for this position, with Spanish being a preferred additional language. This bilingual capability will facilitate communication with a broader range of stakeholders in the Caribbean region.
Additional Notes:
The consultant position is expected to be completed remotely, with a total expected level of effort of 20-25 days. The work must be finalized by 18 December 202
Prosper Global is a humanitarian organization that was established to address urgent needs and create conditions for lasting progress in communities facing conflict, climate change, and economic hardship. The organization was formerly known as Mercy Corps until it rebranded in 2026 to reflect its mission of helping every community prosper, thereby advancing humanity as a whole. Prosper Global operates in multiple countries, focusing on innovative solutions that combine local knowledge with global resources. The organization emphasizes the importance of building economic strength and job skills among diverse populations, particularly in regions like the Caribbean, where it has implemented programs to support employment, entrepreneurship, and financial inclusion.
Job Overview:
The MSME Access to Finance Assessment and Approach Consultant will play a crucial role in addressing the financial constraints faced by micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the Caribbean. This position involves conducting a comprehensive regional assessment of MSME finance and financial inclusion, particularly focusing on the jurisdictions targeted by the Strengthening Caribbean Economic Growth (SCEG) program. The consultant will analyze the current state of financial services available to MSMEs, identify barriers to access, and develop a Responsive MSME Finance Approach Paper that will guide future programming and partnerships. The consultant's work will directly impact the design of interventions aimed at improving access to finance for MSMEs, thereby enhancing their ability to grow and sustain their businesses.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will be responsible for conducting an in-depth assessment of the financial services landscape for MSMEs in the Caribbean. This includes analyzing the provision of financial services by various institutions, understanding the financing needs and constraints of MSMEs, and evaluating existing risk-sharing and blended finance mechanisms. The consultant will also review regulatory factors affecting MSME finance and develop a comprehensive approach paper that outlines recommendations for improving access to financial services. Key deliverables include a 25-page assessment and approach paper, a presentation of findings to Prosper Global staff, and materials for a workshop with stakeholders. The consultant will work closely with the Program Manager and other team members to ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess 7-10 years of experience in financial inclusion, particularly within the Caribbean context. They should have demonstrated experience in conducting assessments, actor mapping, and developing financial inclusion strategies. A strong knowledge of the financial services sector in the Caribbean is essential, along with a wide network of contacts within this sector. The ability to work independently and conduct remote interviews is crucial, as is proficiency in English; knowledge of Spanish is preferred.
Educational Background:
While specific educational qualifications are not explicitly stated, candidates are likely expected to have a background in finance, economics, or a related field that supports their understanding of financial services and inclusion strategies.
Experience:
The position requires significant experience, specifically 7-10 years, in the field of financial inclusion. This experience should ideally include working with MSMEs and understanding the unique challenges they face in accessing financial services. Candidates should also have a proven track record of conducting assessments and developing strategies that enhance financial access for underserved populations.
Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory for this position, with Spanish being a preferred additional language. This bilingual capability will facilitate communication with a broader range of stakeholders in the Caribbean region.
Additional Notes:
The consultant position is expected to be completed remotely, with a total expected level of effort of 20-25 days. The work must be finalized by 18 December 202
- The consultant will report to the Program Manager for Resilient Communities and will collaborate closely with senior advisors and coordinators in monitoring, evaluation, and learning. This role is part of a broader effort to strengthen the financial inclusion of MSMEs in the Caribbean, and the consultant's findings will directly influence future programming and partnerships.
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