Join MSC\u2019s BFSI\npractice in Dhaka and help shape the future of inclusive finance in Bangladesh.\nAs Assistant Manager, you will work with leading banks, fintechs, DFS\nproviders, regulators, and global donors on high\-impact projects that influence\nfinancial inclusion, SME growth, digital finance, and sector transformation.<\/span>
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<\/span> This is a unique opportunity to combine practitioner expertise with consulting\nexposure \u2014 contributing to strategic engagements, business development,\nresearch, and ecosystem partnerships while working at the forefront of\nBangladesh\u2019s evolving financial sector. At MSC, your work will directly\ncontribute to policies, partnerships, and solutions that create meaningful\nimpact at scale.<\/span><\/span><\/p>
<\/span><\/span><\/div>- Lead\nthe day\-to\-day execution of specific project work streams or entire small to\nmedium\-sized assignments for BFSI clients (e.g., FIs, donors, regulators).<\/span><\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Design and oversee primary and secondary research, ensuring methodological\nrigor in data collection, analysis, and synthesis of insights.<\/span><\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Analyze data to generate insights and recommendations for clients.<\/span><\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Develop high\-quality, client\-ready reports, presentations, policy briefs, and\nother deliverables, providing critical analysis and actionable recommendations.<\/span><\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Lead the end\-to\-end development of high\-value, complex proposals and concept\nnotes for a diverse portfolio of donors including but not limited to: FCDO, EU,\nUN agencies, The Gates Foundation, and major private foundations.<\/span><\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Work collaboratively with finance, MEAL, and technical teams to ensure\nproposals are financially sound, log\-frame aligned, and incorporate robust MEAL\nframeworks.<\/span><\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Cultivate and manage strategic partnerships with a diverse range of\nstakeholders, including local NGOs, government bodies, financial institutions,\nUN agencies, and private sector actors.<\/span><\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Contribute to business development efforts by supporting donor engagements,\nclient presentations, and market research.<\/span><\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Maintain up\-to\-date knowledge of industry trends, regulatory developments, and\ninnovations in the consulting domain.<\/span><\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Represent MSC professionally in meetings, workshops, and conferences to enhance\nbrand visibility and network for new business.<\/span><\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>Key result areas\n(KRAs):<\/span><\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/p>- Depth and actionable nature of research, analysis, and insights provided to\nclients.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>- Expertise in the full project cycle, from contextual analysis and theory of\nchange development to proposal writing and logframe design.<\/span><\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Effectiveness in managing client and key stakeholder relationships.<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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Requirements<\/h3>
Educational\nQualifications:<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/p>- Bachelor's & Master's in Economics/Finance/Business; Minimum 5 years experience in financial services in Bangladesh; expertise in financial inclusion/DFS/SME finance; strong regulatory knowledge; analytical, communication skills<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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