Job Opportunity for Banking Portfolio Lead at Water.org in Chennai

## Banking Portfolio Lead

**About Water.org:**

Water.org is a global non-profit organization dedicated to providing safe water and sanitation to people around the world. We believe everyone deserves access to these basic human necessities, and we are committed to making this a reality. We work with local partners in developing countries to provide affordable loans, enabling families to gain access to safe water and sanitation. 

**Job Location:** 

This position is based in **[Insert Job Location City, State/Country]**. 

**Job Summary:**

Water.org is seeking a highly motivated and experienced **Banking Portfolio Lead** to join our growing team.  This individual will play a key role in managing and expanding our portfolio of financial institutions across various regions.  

**Key Responsibilities:**

* **Portfolio Management:** Oversee the performance of existing financial institution partnerships, ensuring they meet key performance indicators and adhere to Water.org’s lending guidelines. 

* **Partner Development:** Identify, evaluate, and onboard new financial institutions to the Water.org platform, ensuring a robust and diverse network. 

* **Technical Assistance:** Provide ongoing technical assistance and capacity building support to financial institutions, strengthening their ability to reach underserved communities. 

* **Relationship Management:** Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including financial institutions, government agencies, and other partners. 

* **Financial Reporting:** Prepare and analyze financial reports related to the banking portfolio, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.

* **Strategic Planning:** Contribute to the development and implementation of strategies to scale Water.org’s impact by expanding the reach of the banking portfolio. 

**Qualifications:**

* Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, business administration, or a related field.

* Minimum of 5 years of experience in microfinance, financial services, or banking, with a focus on portfolio management. 

* Proven track record of developing and managing relationships with financial institutions.

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

* Fluency in English required; additional language proficiency is a plus.

* Commitment to Water.org’s mission and values.

**Benefits:**

* Competitive salary and benefits package.

* The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of millions of people around the world.

* A dynamic and collaborative work environment.