‘CcHUB is Nigeria’s first open living lab and pre-incubation space designed to be a multi-functional, multi-purpose space where work to catalyze creative social tech ventures take place. The HUB is a place for technologists, social entrepreneurs, government, tech companies, impact investors and hackers in and around Lagos to co-create new solutions to the many social problems in Nigeria.
CcHub functions at the heart of Nigeria’s technology innovation ecosystem as a place to:
facilitate creative thinking and collaborative problem solving
encourage technology innovation for improved social accountability in Nigeria
incubate novel tech ideas that promotes good governance/provision of public services
encourage shared accountability between technologist & innovators
serve as a living lab for prototyping and testing socially minded tech tools
build new skills and competencies
connect, share, create and find expertise
The Hub act as a cushy nest designed to accelerate the successful development of social tech ventures through an array of business support resources and services, developed and orchestrated by the hub management and offered both in the space and through our network of partners. In addition, the hub leads co-creation initiatives aimed at creating novel technologically driven solutions to the myriad social challenges facing the average Nigerian. The Hub also network stakeholders from diverse walks of life to create these solutions and also encourage social accountability through
social creativity
activating knowledge networks
harnessing resources and imagination across society not just within public service professions and institutionsJob Description
The Access to Financial Services Manager will oversee the implementation of initiatives that ensure program participants have access to enhanced financial services.
This includes fostering partnerships with financial institutions, designing financial literacy programs, and ensuring the availability of tailored financial products such as savings, credit, and insurance for marginalized youth and women.
The Manager will play a pivotal role in equipping participants with the financial tools and knowledge needed to thrive in the gig economy.
Key Responsibilities
Access to Financial Services
Partner with financial service providers to develop and implement strategies to improve access to financial services for program participants, including savings, loans, pensions and insurance products.
Ensure financial services align with the needs of marginalized youth and women participating in the Nigeria GATEWAY Program.
Address barriers to financial inclusion, such as lack of documentation, limited awareness, or low trust in financial systems.
Promote the adoption of digital financial tools and platforms among participants to enhance their financial inclusion.
Advocate for the design and deployment of financial products tailored to the needs of gig workers and marginalized groups.
Financial Literacy and Capacity Building
Collaborate with program teams to integrate financial literacy training into the broader training curriculum.
Stakeholder & Partner Engagement
Identify and establish partnerships with financial institutions, fintech companies, cooperatives, and other relevant stakeholders.
Negotiate agreements with partners to secure affordable and accessible financial services.
Act as the primary liaison between the program and financial service providers to ensure smooth collaboration and issue resolution.
Represent the program in discussions and forums with financial service providers, regulators, and advocacy groups.
Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and program policies in all partnerships and service delivery.
Monitoring, Data Collection, and Risk Management
Track participant access to and usage of financial services to assess reach and impact.
Collect and analyze data to identify gaps, barriers, and areas for service improvement.
Monitor and address risks associated with financial access, such as over-indebtedness or misuse of credit products.
Prepare regular reports on financial service access, usage trends, outcomes, and key insights for program leadership and stakeholders.
Access to Insurance & Pension
Advocate for access to microinsurance products relevant to gig workers, such as health, accident, or device insurance.
Explore opportunities to connect participants to formal pension savings schemes appropriate for gig economy earners.
Key Performance Indicators (Year 1)
Access to Financial Services
Financial Literacy and Capacity Building
Stakeholder & Partner Engagement
Monitoring, Data Collection, and Risk Management
Access to Insurance & Pension
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. A certification in Financial Inclusion, Microfinance, or Digital Finance is an advantage.
Experience:
Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in financial services, financial inclusion programs, or microfinance, with a focus on marginalized groups.
Proven track record in managing partnerships with financial institutions and implementing access-to-finance programs.
Familiarity with financial literacy training, digital financial tools, and financial inclusion initiatives.
Demonstrated leadership in designing and delivering access-to-finance programs for youth, women, or underserved communities.
Skills and Competencies:
Strong partnership development and stakeholder engagement skills to foster collaboration with financial service providers.
Knowledge of financial products and services, especially those relevant to gig workers and marginalized populations.
Excellent organizational and project management skills to oversee service delivery and monitor impact.
Strong communication and advocacy skills to promote financial inclusion and participant needs.
Deep understanding of financial services products for gig workers (e.g., microloans, savings, insurance, asset financing).
Expertise in partnership development with financial institutions and fintechs.
Proven ability to lead teams, drive uptake, and track financial product usage and impact.
Data analysis and insights generation to inform product iterations and business cases.
Ability to align access strategies with program sustainability and scale-up goals.
