Solidarity Bankers: two field missions are available for Lazika (Georgia) and Smart Credit (Moldova)

Solidarity Bankers is a skills volunteering program launched by the Grameen Crédit Agricole Foundation and Crédit Agricole SA in 2018 with a dual objective: on the one hand, to support microfinance institutions and social impact businesses financed by the Foundation with technical assistance, and on the other hand, to promote the skills of Group employees who wish to get involved in projects with a strong social impact.

The missions can take place during the Solidarity Banker's working hours (skills sponsorship) AND/OR during holidays (volunteering).

Currently, two missions are available in the field:

• “Communication and Marketing” Mission for Lazika (Georgia)

Lazika Capital is a microfinance institution established in 2000 by Oxfam Great Britain in Georgia. Its mission is to facilitate access to financial services tailored to the needs of low- and middle-income entrepreneurs. The institution is now among the leaders in the Georgian microfinance sector and has nearly 14,000 clients.

The selected Solidarity Banker will be tasked with evaluating the organization's marketing initiatives and strategy, as well as developing a marketing plan for late 2021/2022. Strong marketing experience and a good command of English are required. The assignment will last 10 days in the field.

For more information, see the mission sheet on ca-solidaires.fr

• “Digital Strategy” Mission for Smart Credit (Moldova)

Smart Credit is a microfinance institution founded in 2010 by five local professionals with a shared vision: to provide financial services to socially disadvantaged people and small Moldovan entrepreneurs. The institution has over 3,000 active borrowers and manages a portfolio of €4.4 million.

The selected Solidarity Banker will be responsible for contributing to the development of Smart Crédit's digital strategy. Experience in IT project management and fluency in English are required.

For more information, see the mission sheet on ca-solidaires.fr.

To apply: send your CV and cover letter (or 2 paragraphs presenting your motivations and expertise) to:

• Cécile DELHOMME, Communications and Partnerships Manager: cecile.delhomme@credit-agricole-sa.fr
• Violette CUBIER, Technical Assistance Program Manager: violette.cubier@credit-agricole-sa.fr