The Microfinance Investment Support Facility for Afghanistan (MISFA) was set up in 2003 at the invitation of the Afghan government — to get donor coordination right from the start and avoid the counter-productive efforts that have emerged from conflicting donor objectives in other post-conflict situations. It was established as a vehicle through which the Afghan Government and international donors could channel technical assistance and funding to build Afghanistan’s microfinance sector. MISFA was the first facility of its kind, pooling diverse donor funding mechanisms and converting them into streamlined, flexible support to microfinance institutions in Afghanistan, tailored to local priorities and accompanied by technical assistance and strong performance monitoring.

MISFA’s mission is to contribute to Afghanistan’s economic growth by developing a viable, inclusive financial sector for the poor, and the underserved small and medium enterprises.

The Monitoring and Supervision Officer is responsible for performing assessments under the supervision of Manager MSD of MISFA microfinance and ultra-poor program partners.

Reporting Responsibilities:

The Monitoring & Supervision Officer reports to the Manager Monitoring and Supervision Department.

Specific duties and responsibilities include but not limited to the following:

• Perform assigned task of annual gap assessment and follow ups. This will include but not limited to the implementation of MISFA performance standards, desk analysis, interviews, review of the external and internal audit and monitoring reports, review of portfolio reports, clients’ visits and review of the finance and administration units within the partner institution.
• Prepare reports of work completed.
• Perform branch assessments of microfinance partners and prepare and submit reports.
• Field reviews of targeting the ultra-poor program partners and submit review reports.
• Review partner Monthly Performance Reports (MPRs).
• Prepare consolidated MPRs and SME reports submitted by partners.
• Willing to travel locally.

The application package, acceptable in English language only, should comprise an up-to-date résumé and cover letter explaining your interest and suitability for the position.

Interested candidates should submit their application package only by e-mail with the subject “Vacancy – Monitoring and Supervision Officer” to jobs@misfa.org.af. The application deadline is June 16, 2025. Applicants who have previously applied for this position, should not reapply. Any repeated applications will not be considered and will be disregarded.

Due to the expected large number of applications, only shortlisted candidates would be contacted.