Request for Expression of Interest – Experienced Banking Advisors – Africa at German Sparkassenstiftung

Request for Expression of Interest – Experienced Banking Advisors – Africa at German Sparkassenstiftung

Request for Expression of Interest – Experienced Banking Advisors – Africa 

German Sparkassenstiftung is a Germany-based NGO headquartered in Bonn. DSIK aims to  reduce poverty through sustainable financial inclusion by partnering with local institutions to  implement impactful projects. These initiatives focus on strengthening the financial sector  through capacity development, digitalization, financial literacy, and institutional support for  inclusive financial service providers. 

In preparation for upcoming advisory assignments across the African continent, DSIK is seeking  to build a pool of experienced banking and financial sector consultants who are nationals of  African countries or have long-standing professional experience on the continent. 

The aim of this call is to establish a pool of qualified advisors who may be considered for  upcoming assignments with DSIK and its partner institutions. 

Potential Areas of Engagement 

DSIK and its partners operate in collaboration with a wide range of Financial Institutions (FIs),  including but not limited to: 

• Commercial banks, national and regional development banks (public and private)
• Central banks and supervisory authorities 
• Inclusive financial service providers (e.g. MFIs, SACCOs, credit unions)
• Apex institutions, fintechs, leasing and factoring companies 
• Non-bank financial intermediaries (e.g. VC/PE funds, trade platforms, housing finance  companies)

Depending on the assignment, experts may contribute their expertise in one or more of the  following areas: 

• Financial Sector Development: Strengthening institutional capacities, improving  governance, and supporting regulatory frameworks within financial systems, and target  group-oriented product development of financial products 
• MSME Development and Entrepreneurship: Supporting the growth and resilience of  micro, small and medium-sized enterprises, fostering entrepreneurship, and facilitating  access to finance and markets 
• Sustainable Finance: Promoting green lending, enhancing climate risk management,  and supporting environmentally sustainable business models and agricultural value  chains 
• Inclusive Finance: Expanding access to financial services for women, youth, rural  populations, and other underserved or vulnerable groups 
• Digitalization: Leveraging digital solutions to enhance both the supply and demand  sides of financial services, including but not limited to core banking systems (CBS) and  other digital financial innovations 

Profile: 

We are looking for professionals who meet the following criteria: 

• University degree (minimum Bachelor) in banking, finance, economics, business  administration or a related field 
• Experience in Africa-based financial institutions or related advisory roles in Africa
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience 
• Proficiency in MS Office applications 
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills; ability to work independently and solution oriented 
• Excellent interpersonal, intercultural, and communication skills 
• We welcome applications from consultants across the African continent and encourage  both francophone and anglophone professionals to apply 

More senior profiles are also welcome to express interest, as assignments vary in scope and  complexity. 

How to apply 

If you are interested in joining our expert roster, please submit your CV and a short expression  of interest (max. 1 page) to: [email protected] by 22nd September 2025.