Gilberto Rubio of Opportunity Colombia, a 25-year banking veteran, meets with his staff.
Opportunity International’s global team has grown to over 11,501 employees, 99% of whom are nationals. Our 6,515 loan officers are at the heart of our work, offering support and counsel to every client.
By providing exceptional training, Opportunity is equipping local, talented staff to become leaders in building the economies of their own communities. Here are a few examples of Opportunity’s training initiatives for staff:
LEAD Campaign
Patricia Tukahirwa has benefitted from training through the $10 million Leadership, Empowerment, Access and Development (LEAD) Campaign. A major initiative championed by the Women’s Opportunity Network (WON), this program has identified and developed talented young professionals, and has prepared future leaders for senior management positions in the countries Opportunity serves. Patricia is now human resources manager for Opportunity Uganda.
ING Corporate Volunteers
To aid in the delivery of financial services, ING volunteers have engaged in training programs and pro bono services for Opportunity International bank employees. From marketing strategy courses for senior officers to market research projects, these efforts help Opportunity better serve entrepreneurs in the developing world.
Goldman Sachs’ 10,000 Women Initiative
As part of the Goldman Sachs’ 10,000 Women Initiative, Opportunity International is equipping hundreds of talented college graduates, loan officers and managers in microfinance institutions with the skills they need to make a difference in their communities. Through the Emerging Leaders Program, young women in eight African countries receive training in banking and finance to establish or advance in a microfinance career.
